Dr. Steven Becker Chiropractor

Chiropractic adjustment or manipulation is a manual procedure that utilizes the highly refined skills developed during the doctor of chiropractic’s intensive years of chiropractic education. Dr. Becker always uses his hands to manipulate the joints of the body, particularly the spine, in order to restore or enhance joint function primarily for patients with sciatica, lower back pain, neck pain and headaches and tailbone pain. This often helps resolve joint inflammation and reduces the patient's pain. Chiropractic manipulation is a highly controlled procedure that rarely causes discomfort. Dr. Becker always adapts the procedure to meet the specific needs of each patient. Patients often note positive changes in their symptoms immediately following treatment.

Yes. Chiropractic care is included in most health insurance plans, including major medical plans, workers’ compensation, Medicare, some Medicaid plans, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plans for federal employees, among others. Chiropractic care is also available to active-duty members of the armed forces at more than 60 military bases and is available to veterans at more than 60 major veterans’ medical facilities. With that said, Dr. Becker does not rely solely on payment from any insurer and asks that his patients all pay for their care at the time of service. Dr. Becker gladly bills the insurance plan for you and any reimbursement is due to the patient.

Chiropractors are being recognized to admit and treat patients in hospitals and to use outpatient clinical facilities (such as labs, x-rays, etc.) for their non-hospitalized patients. Hospital privileges were first granted in 1983 and Dr. Becker was chosen as the second chiropractor to ever have privileges at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Becker continues to be a member of the medical network and frequently treats doctors and nurses under their care plan.

Yes, children can benefit from chiropractic care. Children are very physically active and experience many types of falls and blows from activities of daily living as well as from participating in sports. Injuries such as these may cause many symptoms including lower back pain and neck pain, stiffness, soreness or discomfort. Chiropractic care is always adapted to the individual patient. It is a highly skilled treatment, and in the case of children, very gentle.

A referral is not needed to see a chiropractor in Los Angeles; however, your health plan may have specific referral requirements. You may want to contact your employer’s human resources department—or the insurance plan directly—to find out if there are any referral requirements. Most plans allow you to just call and schedule an appointment with your chiropractor.

Chiropractors care for patients of all ages, with a variety of health conditions. Dr. Becker is especially well known for his expertise in caring for patients with sciatica, lower back pain, neck pain and headaches and tailbone pain - particularly with his highly skilled chiropractic adjustments. Dr. Becker also cares for patients with a wide range of injuries and disorders of the musculoskeletal system, involving the muscles, ligaments and joints. These painful myofascial conditions often involve or impact the nervous system, which can then cause referred pain and dysfunction distant to the region of injury. Dr. Becker also counsels patients on exercise, healthy habits, and occupational and lifestyle modifications.

Chiropractic is widely recognized as one of the safest drug-free, non-invasive therapies available for the treatment of neuro-musculoskeletal complaints. Although chiropractors have an excellent safety record, no health treatment is completely free of potential adverse effects. The risks associated with chiropractic, however, are very small. Many patients feel immediate relief following chiropractic treatment, but some may experience mild soreness, stiffness or aching, just as they do after some forms of exercise. Current research shows that minor discomfort or soreness following spinal manipulation typically fades within 24 hours.

The hands-on nature of the chiropractic treatment is essentially what requires patients to visit the chiropractor a number of times. To be treated by a chiropractor, a patient needs to be in his or her office. In contrast, a course of treatment from medical doctors often involves a pre-established plan that is conducted at home (i.e. taking a course of antibiotics once a day for a couple of weeks). A chiropractor may provide acute, chronic, and/or preventive care thus making a certain number of visits sometimes necessary. Dr. Becker can tell you the extent of treatment recommended and how long you can expect it to last given your response to your initial treatment. Any chiropractor who advises a lengthy course of treatment before knowing your response to chiropractic care is simply guessing and more likely – selling a package of care that you may or may not need.

Chiropractic care is considered to be an essential service as it represents a primary approach for the prevention, diagnosis and conservative management of back pain and spinal disorders that can often enable patients to reduce or avoid the need for riskier treatments, such as prescription opioid pain medications and surgery. Notably, in 2017, the American College of Physicians released an update to its low back pain treatment guidelines that recommends first using non-drug treatments, such as spinal manipulation (a centerpiece of chiropractic care), for acute and chronic low back pain. At the same time, the Journal of the American Medical Association in 2017 supports the use of spinal manipulative therapy as a first-line treatment for acute low back pain.

• 3 in every 4 people who saw a chiropractor in the last year (77%) described their chiropractic care as “very effective." • In a consumer survey, chiropractic outperformed all other back pain treatments, including prescription medication, deep-tissue massage, yoga, pilates, and over-the-counter medication therapies. • Chiropractors are the highest-rated healthcare practitioner for low-back pain treatments above physical therapists (PTs), specialist physician/MD (i.e., neurosurgeons, neurologists, orthopedic surgeons), and primary care physician/MD (i.e., family or internal medicine). • A clinical comparative trial conducted at three military medical centers found that chiropractic care combined with usual medical care for low back pain provides greater pain relief and a greater reduction in disability than medical care alone.

Adjustment (or manipulation) of a joint may result in the release of a gas bubble between the joints, which makes a popping sound. The same thing occurs when you “crack” your knuckles. The noise is caused by the change of pressure within the joint, which results in gas bubbles being released. There is usually minimal, if any, discomfort involved.

I have extensive experience treating patients with sciatica. While I can't give away all of my secrets and protocols, I do use a mixture of modalities ranging from manual manipulations to spinal flexion therapy and target the sciatic pain and the misalignments and other structural issues behind the discomfort. The result? Patients throughout the greater Los Angeles area can finally break free from back pain and enjoy more active lifestyles. If you are suffering from sciatica, call our office at (310) 277-8822 and book your first appointment.

Sciatica is the name given to pain caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve, but anything that irritates that nerve can cause pain. Sciatica is usually caused by a compressed nerve in the lower spine. Frequently, "sciatica" is confused with more generalized back pain, but that is incorrect as sciatica is not just limited to the lower back. You may have also seen me note that Sciatica is not a condition, but rather a symptom of another problem involving the sciatic nerve. Some experts estimate that up to 40 percent of people will experience sciatica at least once in their life but up to 90% of Americans will suffer the more generalized lower back pain.

A neck adjustment (also known as cervical manipulation) is a precise procedure applied to the joints of the neck, usually by hand. It should always be performed with your permission and to your tolerance. A neck adjustment works to improve the mobility of the spine and to restore range of motion; it can also increase movement of the adjoining muscles. Patients typically notice an improved ability to turn and tilt the head, and a reduction of pain, soreness, and stiffness. Of course, Dr. Becker will develop a program of care that may combine more than one type of treatment, depending on your personal needs. In addition to manipulation, the treatment plan may include mobilization, massage or rehabilitative exercises, or something else. One of the most recent reviews of scientific literature found evidence that patients with chronic neck pain enrolled in clinical trials reported significant improvement following chiropractic spinal manipulation. Feel free to talk with us.

Pelvic floor pain is rather vague. It has no hint or suggestion as to what is causing the pain or dysfunction in that region. Men and women also have different issues given their different organs. Mostly, I would want to know the history of the complaint. When and how it started. It's progression over time, severity, pain or sensations radiating to other areas.

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Piriformis syndrome refers only to when your piriformis muscle irritates your sciatic nerve. Additionally, your piriformis muscle is not located in your lumbar spine, but in your buttock. Therefore, strictly speaking, piriformis syndrome is not the same thing as sciatica (lumbar radiculopathy), but causes similar pain down your sciatic nerve. At this point, you may be wondering "Why should I care about what term is used?" The answer to this question is that your treatment plan typically needs to address the underlying cause (think location) of whatever is irritating or compressing your sciatic nerve (or nerve roots). So then, your treatment plan for your piriformis syndrome may differ significantly from a treatment plan for someone suffering from sciatica from a lumbar spine problem (like a lumbar herniated disc). Please call our office to schedule a consultation today.

Disks act as cushions between the vertebrae in your spine. Over time, disks dehydrate and their cartilage stiffens. These changes can cause the outer layer of the disk to “bulge” out fairly evenly all the way around its circumference. A herniated disk, on the other hand, results when a crack in the tough outer layer of cartilage allows some of the softer inner cartilage to protrude out of the disk. Herniated disks are also called ruptured disks or slipped disks, although the whole disk does not rupture or slip. Compared with a bulging disk, a herniated disk is more likely to cause pain because it generally protrudes farther and is more likely to irritate nerve roots. The irritation can be from compression of the nerve nerve or, much more commonly, the herniation causes a painful inflammation of the nerve root. Chiropractic care can absolutely help to restore motion, pain and inflammation and keep you functioning without unnecessary surgery or surgical procedures

PEMF technology has been an FDA approved for 25 years for bone healing, post-surgical pain and healing, pain and inflammation, knee pain and even depression.Dr. Becker is one of the leading practitioners in Los Angeles for PEMF therapy and uses a BEMER - FDA Class 1 registered device to help increased circulation, decreased inflammation, improved mobility, and pain relief. I use PEMF therapy as an adjunct to help increase healing times for a wide array of conditions.

Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of spinal canal by degeneration and age-related changes and it is one of the more common causes of lower back pain. As you age, you increase the chances of developing osteoarthritis, disc degeneration and thickening of ligaments which all might add to the narrowing of spinal stenosis. The symptoms can include sciatica, back pain or weakness in the legs or "foot drop”. Spinal stenosis may be treated with conservative treatment approaches including chiropractic care. Dr. Becker would need to perform a full physical evaluation and look at your MRI findings prior to discussing a possible course of chiropractic care. At all times, surgery should be a last resort or for any patient with progressing muscle weakness. Dr. Becker is a Chiropractor in West Los Angeles (West LA) and specializes in treating back pain, sciatica and slipped disc injuries. He also treats patients with spinal stenosis, herniated disc, bulging discs, piriformis syndrome and tailbone pain

Car accidents frequently cause whiplash. The “whipping” refers to the sudden and forceful hyperextension of your head and neck backwards, followed by the return hyperflexion forward or vice versa. As such, whiplash injuries are also known as hyperflexion/hyperextension injuries or a type of sprain/strain injury of the neck. Generally, this results in a “soft-tissue” injury, usually limited to muscles and tendons being strained and ligaments being sprained as a result of an automobile accident. It can also be due to sports injuries or an accidental fall. Patients may also experience muscle spasms, stiff neck, headaches, dizziness, jaw pain, ringing sensation in the ears and swelling and tenderness in the neck. If you had a car accident in Los Angeles and need help, please contact our office sooner rather than later. Dr. Becker has 30 years of experience treating car accident patients with whiplash in West LA.

Your neck or cervical spine is the upper portion of your spine that includes the first 7 vertebrae. Intervertebral discs sit between each vertebra and are similar to shock absorbing pads. The natural curve of your neck also helps absorb shock. However, over time, these natural shock absorbing discs may wear unevenly due to aging, trauma or injury. As a result, the intervertebral discs may dry out and the space between the vertebrae can narrow. If this happens, the nerve roots exiting between the vertebrae can be compressed resulting in neck and arm pain and weakness. This is also known as cervical degenerative disc disease (DDD). Dr. Becker has been voted the best chiropractor in Los Angeles by both his peers and patients and is an expert at treating cervical degenerative disc disease without the use of medications or surgery. Dr. Becker practices in the center of West Los Angeles, one block south of Beverly Hills and just east of Century City.

The reason why sciatica can be more painful in the morning is because once the sciatic nerve is being irritated, inflammation has already begun in the area. Overnight, as your mobility has decreased while you are sleeping, this inflammation in the area can increase. In the morning when you wake up, you may have more pain, but once you start moving around, it increases the mobility in the joints and that inflammation ca start being dispersed and your pain can decrease. I hope this helps.

Anytime you put something into the body to help alleviate any pain, like a steroid injection, the main point of that steroid injection is the numbing agent. It also helps to reduce inflammation and numb the pain that the patient has. So, to answer your question, yes. But that would be temporarily. The problem is, by taking a pill or an injection you are not getting to the root cause of that pain, which is either a disc problem, a misalignment in the vertebra, or something else that is pinching that nerve. To put a shot in there to alleviate any pain is great, but you still have to address the root cause of the problem, or eventually, that pain is going to return.

The problem you describe is common in people with disc herniations in the lower back when an injured disc is pressing on the sciatic nerve. There may be an increasing pain when lifting heavy objects, bending forward, or when sneezing and coughing. The mistake that most people make is in taking medications. It only numbs the sensation of pain, but do nothing to correct the disc injury or problem. We help people to treat herniated disc injuries and sciatica naturally.

Sciatic problems can start from your spine as you age or from long periods of sitting or bad posture, or from prior injuries that you don’t even remember. It is important start with the understanding that sciatica is only a symptom of another problem in your body. It is not a diagnosis or understanding of the cause of sciatic pain. In fact, sciatic pain and associated sharp pains, or numbness or tingling down the way down into the bottom back of the thigh but, can be due to a number of different things happening in your body. Most people rightfully associate it with having a problem or pinched nerve in your lower back, causing altered sensation further down the nerve. You could also have a problem with the vertebrae in your back or the intervertebral discs between them, that might also cause pressure or irritation on the nerve or several nerves that go to make up the larger sciatic nerve. Dr. Steven Becker has been treating sciatica in West Los Angeles for nearly 30 years.

In addition to being a safe form of treatment, chiropractic manipulation is incredibly effective for patients with sciatica, back pain, neck pain, headaches, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, slipped discs, tailbone pain or coccyx pain, piriformis syndrome etc., getting patients back on their feet faster than traditional medical care. A recent study in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics found that chiropractic care is more effective than medical care at treating chronic lower back pain in patients who have experienced symptoms for one year or less. Similarly, a study published in Spine found that manual manipulation provides better relief of chronic spinal pain than medications. This is also highlighted by a 2012 Spine study that found that only 1.5 percent of workers with back injuries whose first point of treatment was with a chiropractor required surgery, compared to the 42.7 percent of workers whose first contact was with a surgeon.

Chiropractic care in West Los Angeles is widely recognized as one of the safest drug-free, non-invasive treatment available for neuro-musculo-skeletal complaints. With that said, and although chiropractic has an excellent safety record, no health treatment is completely free of possible adverse effects. The risks associated with chiropractic treatment in Los Angeles, however, are very small. Many patients feel immediate relief following chiropractic treatment, but some may experience mild soreness, stiffness or aching, just as they do after some forms of exercise. More recent research, however, shows that any minor discomfort or soreness following chiropractic treatment in West Los Angeles typically fades within 24 hours.

Many patients may not be sure what to expect during their first appointment with a chiropractor in Los Angeles. Chiropractors start by taking a history and then perform a physical examination to develop a working diagnosis. Imaging or lab tests (such as MRI, CT scan or X-ray) may be used to confirm a diagnosis. Diagnoses for back pain may include sciatica, slipped discs or herniated disc's, stenosis, degenerative disc changes or piriformis syndrome. Through a process of shared decision-making, Dr. Becker will help determine if chiropractic services are right for you. As part of this process, Dr. Becker will help explain your condition, recommend a treatment plan and review the risks and benefits of all procedures. Based on the extent, timing or severity of a patient’s condition, chiropractic interventions may require several visits. Patients may also receive advice on home care and exercise advice. For more information on chiropractic care in West Los Angeles, Beverly Hills call Dr. B

Chiropractic adjustments or manipulation in Beverly Hills or Los Angeles, is a manual procedure that utilizes the highly refined skills developed during the chiropractor’s intensive years of chiropractic education. Dr. Becker always uses his hands to move or manipulate the joints of the body, particularly the spine, in order to remove joint fixations or conversely, to restore or enhance joint function. This often helps resolve joint inflammation and reduces the patient's pain. Chiropractic manipulation performed by Dr. Becker, in West Los Angeles is a highly controlled procedure that rarely causes discomfort and Dr. Becker obviously adapts the procedure to meet the specific needs of each patient. Patients often note positive changes in their symptoms immediately after their treatment. For more information on posture and wellness, or to find a chiropractor in West Los Angeles or Beverly Hills or a chiropractor in Century City or Culver City call us at 310-277-8822.

Chiropractic adjustments in West Los Angeles (or manipulation of a joint) for complaints related to sciatica, neck pain, tailbone pain, stenosis, slipped disc or herniated may result in the release of a gas bubble in the joint causing a popping sound. It's basically the same thing as when you “crack” your own knuckles. The noise is caused by the change of pressure within the joint, which results in a gas bubble being formed. There is usually minimal, if any, discomfort involved.

Chiropractic is a health care profession in Los Angeles or West Los Angeles that focuses on disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system and the effects of these disorders on general health. Chiropractic treatment most often includes chiropractic manipulation or adjustments to the spine to treat neuro-musculo-skeletal complaints, including but not limited to back pain, neck pain, pain in the joints of the arms or legs, and headaches. Some other complaints might include sciatica, lower back pain, neck pain, tailbone pain, headaches, slipped discs, herniated discs and spinal stenosis.

Neck pain in Los Angeles and some types of headaches are treated through specific cervical adjustments. Cervical manipulation works to improve joint mobility in the neck, improving range of motion and reducing muscle spasm, which in turn helps relieve pressure and tension. Neck manipulation in West LA or Beverly Hills, when performed by a skilled and well-educated chiropractor such as Dr. Becker, can be a remarkably safe procedure. While some reports have associated high-velocity upper neck manipulation with a certain rare kind of stroke or vertebral artery dissection, this can also take place spontaneously in patients who have pre-existing arterial disease. The best evidence indicates that the incidence of artery injuries associated with high-velocity upper neck manipulation is extremely rare and similar to the incidence of this type of stroke among the general population.

The hands-on nature of the chiropractic treatment in West Los Angeles essentially requires patients to visit the chiropractor a number of times. To be treated by a chiropractor in Los Angeles, a patient needs to be in the office. In contrast, a course of treatment from medical doctors often involves a pre-established plan conducted mostly at home (like taking a course of daily antibiotics). A chiropractor in West LA may provide acute, chronic, and/or preventive care sometimes making more than one visit necessary. Your doctor of chiropractic in WLA should tell you the approximate extent of chiropractic treatment recommended and how long you can expect it to last.

Doctors of Chiropractic (DC's) – often referred to as chiropractors or chiropractic physicians in Los Angeles, practice a hands-on, drug-free approach to health care. Chiropractors in West LA like Dr. Becker, have broad diagnostic skills and are also trained to recommend therapeutic and rehabilitative exercises, as well as to provide nutritional and lifestyle counseling. In many cases, such as with lower back pain, sciatica, neck pain, headaches, spinal stenosis, slipped disc, herniated disc, piriformis syndrome and muscle spasms, chiropractic care may be a patient's primary method of treatment. When other medical conditions exist, chiropractic services may complement or support other appropriate medical treatment by relieving the musculoskeletal aspects associated with the condition. For more information on chiropractic treatment or to find a chiropractor in West Los Angeles, Beverly Hills or a chiropractic office near Century City or Culver City call us 310-277-8822.

Chiropractors in Los Angeles, are educated as primary care providers, with an emphasis on diagnosis and treatment of conditions related to the musculo-skeletal system (the muscles, ligaments and joints of the spine and extremities) as well as the nerves that supply them. People with sciatica, neck pain, headaches, tailbone pain and coccydynia, slipped discs, stenosis and herniated discs fall into this category. The educational requirements for chiropractors in West Los Angeles are among the most stringent of any of the health care professions. The typical applicant for chiropractic college has already acquired an undergraduate college education, including courses in biology, inorganic and organic chemistry, physics, psychology and related lab work. Once accepted into an accredited chiropractic college in Los Angeles, the requirements become more difficult. Chiropractors in West LA are educated in human anatomy, neurology, orthopedics, physiology, clinical diagnosis including labs.

One of the best ways to locate the best chiropractor (DC) in Los Angeles near Century City or Beverly Hills would be on the State Chiropractic Association website or from the state licensing board. You can also select the best chiropractor in West LA by getting a referral from a friend, family member, colleague or another health care provider. For more information on chiropractic treatment or to find a chiropractor in West Los Angeles, Beverly Hills or a chiropractic office near Century City or Culver City visit us online.

Dr. Becker is a chiropractor in West Los Angeles and is well known for his expertise in caring for patients with sciatica, back pain, neck pain, tailbone pain and headaches particularly with his highly skilled manipulations or chiropractic adjustments. Chiropractors in Los Angeles also treat patients with a wide array of injuries and disorders of the musculoskeletal system, involving the muscles, ligaments and joints such as slipped discs or herniated disc or piriformis syndrome. These injuries and other painful conditions often involve or impact the nervous system, which can cause referred pain and dysfunction distant to the region of the original injury or disorder. The benefits of chiropractic care in West LA extend to general health issues, as well, since our body structure affects our overall nervous system function. Chiropractors in Los Angeles also help patients with health issues related to diet, nutrition, exercise, healthy habits, and occupational and lifestyle modification.

Yes. Chiropractic care is included in most health insurance plans in West Los Angeles, including major medical plans, workers’ compensation, and federal programs like Medicare, Medicaid and Blue Cross/Blue Shield plans for federal employees, among others. Unfortunately, it may not fully reimburse you for your treatment. While chiropractic care in West LA is also available to active-duty members of the armed forces at military bases and major VA facilities, we suggest you contact your insurance and find out what they cover. It has been our experience that most misunderstandings can be avoided if you know exactly what your policy provides.

Dr. Becker was the second chiropractor in Los Angeles to ever be granted privileges at Cedar Sinai Medical Center as part of their Allied Medical Staff. So yes, chiropractors in West LA or Los Angeles in general, can be recognized to admit and treat patients in various hospitals and to use their outpatient clinical facilities (such as labs, x-rays, etc.) for their non-hospitalized patients.

Tailbone pain in West LA is also called coccydynia and frequently goes away on its own within a few weeks or months. In some cases, however, the pain can last for months and years if not treated properly. For patients close by in Beverly Hills, Century City or Culver City, you might find some relief in the meantime by leaning forward while seated, applying heat or ice, or sitting on a round doughnut or wedge shaped pillow. If your tailbone pain in Los Angeles doesn't improve (chronic coccydynia), please call Dr. Becker. He might recommend x-rays or MRI's to find out if you have a fracture, degenerative changes or in rare cases, more significant pathologies. Dr. Becker,'s treatment is primarily performed with one finger through the rectum while also performing external movements at the same time.

Yes, children can and do benefit from chiropractic care in West Los Angeles. Children are far more physically active and, therefore, likely to experience more falls and blows from activities of daily living as well as from participating in sports. Injuries such as these may cause many symptoms including back and neck pain, stiffness, soreness or discomfort. Chiropractic care in West LA is always adapted to the individual patient, young or old. It is a highly skilled treatment, and in the case of children performed even more gently and carefully.

You do not need a referral to see a Chiropractor in Los Angeles; however, your health plan may have specific referral requirements. You may want to contact your employer’s HR department or the insurance plan directly, to find out if there are any referral requirements. Most plans allow you to just call and schedule an appointment with a Chiropractor in Los Angeles.