Is Surgery the Only Option for Back Pain? Here’s What You Should Know Before Going Under the Knife

Struggling with chronic low back pain and told surgery is your only option? At Active Reload Health and Performance in Bristow and Manassas, Virginia, we help patients find real, long-term relief through expert chiropractic and physical therapy care — without the risks of surgery.

Have you been told surgery is your only option to end your back pain?

If so, you're not alone.

Every year, thousands of people are told their best shot at relief is a surgical procedure. Or maybe you've been silently wondering… what happens if this pain doesn’t go away? Will I end up needing surgery anyway?

We get it. Surgery can be an overwhelming option — and it’s not one to take lightly. The recovery time, the health risks, and the toll it takes on your mental wellbeing and your loved ones can be a heavy burden.

But what if we told you that surgery isn’t always necessary?

At Active Reload Health and Performance, we help people just like you in Bristow and Manassas, Virginia find long-term relief from back pain through personalized chiropractic and physical therapy care — no surgery, no medications, and no guesswork.

Back Surgery: What the Research Says

Before opting for surgery, it’s important to consider the data:

• According to the Spine Journal, up to 74% of lumbar spine surgeries fail to relieve pain or improve function long-term, leading to what’s known as "Failed Back Surgery Syndrome" (FBSS).

• A 2022 review in BMJ Open found that non-surgical treatments were equally effective as surgery for many types of chronic low back pain — particularly when strength and movement were involved.

• Another study published in Spine found that people who pursued structured physical therapy for disc herniation had similar or better long-term outcomes compared to those who underwent surgery — without the risks.

There Is Another Way

As rehab-based chiropractors and physical therapists in Bristow and Manassas, VA, we work every week with patients who were told surgery was their only hope. Some were recommended three or four different procedures over the years — yet still struggled with pain.

Here’s the truth: if your back pain stems from poor movement patterns, instability, or muscle imbalances, surgery won’t fix the root cause.

That’s where our team at Active Reload Health and Performance comes in.

We specialize in natural, movement-based solutions through a combination of advanced chiropractic care, personalized physical therapy, and targeted rehab strategies — all designed to eliminate pain at the source.

No incisions. No injections. No anesthesia.

A Personalized Approach to Back Pain in Bristow and Manassas

At our clinic in Bristow/Manassas, Virginia, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all treatment. We take the time to understand your unique story and tailor your care plan around:

• Improving joint mobility and spinal function

• Strengthening weak or underused muscles

• Re-training proper movement mechanics

• Restoring balance and full-body resilience

Yes — it takes consistency, discipline, and effort. But if you're ready to commit to the process, we’ll help you reclaim a pain-free, active lifestyle without surgery.

At Active Reload Health and Performance in Bristow and Manassas, VA, we take the time to perform detailed functional movement assessments to identify the root cause of your back pain — so we can build a personalized chiropractic and physical therapy plan that delivers lasting relief without surgery.

Real People. Real Results.

We’ve helped hundreds of patients at Active Reload Health and Performance avoid surgery and return to the activities they love. From weekend warriors to desk workers, athletes to busy parents — we’ve seen lives transformed through the power of strategic rehab and evidence-based care.

So before you schedule that back surgery, ask yourself:

• Have I explored all non-surgical options?

• Has anyone looked at how I move, how I train, and what habits may be contributing to my pain?

• Am I ready to put in the work to solve the true cause of my pain?

Ready to Avoid Back Surgery? We Can Help.

If you’re looking for a chiropractor or physical therapist in Bristow or Manassas, VA who understands how to treat back pain without surgery, let’s talk.

Book your free 15-minute discovery call to learn more about how we can help you avoid surgery and get back to living pain-free: 👉 activereloadhp.com/contact-us