Family Chiropractic & Posture Center Services
Back Pain Chiropractor in South Elgin
Lower and mid back pain
Find Out Why Your Back Hurts, Then Fix That
Most back pain has a history. A desk job that keeps you folded forward eight hours a day, a weekend of yard work, an old sports injury, a pregnancy, a lifting habit that never quite felt right. By the time people come to see us in South Elgin, they have usually tried rest, ice, stretching videos and over-the-counter pain relievers, and the pain keeps coming back.
That pattern is the clue. If the pain returns, the thing causing it is still there. Dr. David Serrano starts by finding that cause: how your spine and pelvis are moving, where joints are restricted, which muscles are doing too much work, and how your posture loads your lower back through the day. Then we build care around correcting it, not just quieting it.
What your first visit looks like
A Real Evaluation, Not a Quick Crack
Your first visit is a comprehensive head-to-toe evaluation. We use digital posture imaging and functional movement testing to see how your body is actually working, then sit down one on one so Dr. Serrano can hear the full story behind your pain. If your history calls for it, we may take x-rays to get a clear look at the spine before recommending anything.
On your second visit we walk through the findings together and map out a plan. Patients with past spinal surgeries or other special considerations get a plan designed around them. Ongoing visits typically take about 10 to 15 minutes, so care fits around work, school pickup and everything else on your calendar.
Keeping the relief
Care That Holds Between Visits
Adjustments restore motion to stiff joints and take pressure off irritated tissue. To make those changes last, we pair them with the exercises and habits that support your back the rest of the week. For many patients that includes our PostureFit Active Care program, which strengthens the deep core muscles that hold good alignment. Red light therapy is also available for patients who want extra support with inflammation and recovery.
Back pain often travels with other problems. If your pain runs down a leg, read about our sciatica care. If it started with long hours at a desk, our posture correction page explains how we address the source. Seasonal flare-ups are common too, and we wrote about why backs hurt more in cold weather.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I see a chiropractor or wait for my back pain to go away?
Many back strains settle on their own in a few days. If your pain keeps returning, has lasted more than a couple of weeks, or limits how you sit, sleep or lift, an evaluation is worth it. If you have numbness in the groin area, loss of bladder or bowel control, or pain after a serious accident, go to the emergency room first.
Do adjustments hurt?
No. We use gentle techniques matched to your comfort, and Dr. Serrano explains each step before he adjusts. Some people feel mild soreness after the first adjustment, similar to starting a new workout.
Do you take insurance?
Yes. We accept PPO plans for Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna and Medicare, and we offer affordable cash options and payment plans. The $49 New Patient Special is not available for Medicare, Medicaid or Tricare patients.
How many visits will I need?
That depends on what the evaluation finds and what you want out of care. Some patients only want to get out of pain, others want long-term correction. Dr. Serrano gives you his honest recommendation, and you stay in control of the plan.
Ready When You Are
Start Your Wellness Journey Today
At Family Chiropractic & Posture Center, we’re not just treating symptoms — we’re helping you live better, move freely, and feel empowered. Our proven methods combine chiropractic adjustments, posture correction (PostureFit), red-light therapy, and nutrition support to unlock your body’s natural healing potential. With over 30 years of dedicated community care and a commitment to personalized, one-on-one attention, we’re here to guide you and your loved ones toward lasting health and wellness.
Your Recovery Is Our Number One Priority
What Our Recent Patients Have To Say
"In just four months, they've accomplished what I thought was impossible: restoring my mobility and banishing the chronic back pain that had plagued me since giving birth to my first child. Having visited chiropractors for over two decades, I can attest that Dr. Serrano's approach stands head and shoulders above the rest."
"Feeling so much better after weeks of lower back pain. Dr. Serrano and the staff are friendly, helpful and caring. With routine adjustments, ultra sound and stem treatment, I am now walking without the shooting pain radiating down my leg. Soo thankful!!"
"Having had two spinal surgeries as a teenager, I was nervous about seeing chiropractors for any back pain I was having. But Dr. Serrano took a look at my X-Rays and created a plan to not manipulate any parts of my spine affected by the surgeries, and only work on the neck and waist/hips. After a few months, I wake up without stiffness and pain in my back, and I'm moving pain free."
$49
New Patient Special
- Comprehensive evaluation to uncover the source of your pain
- Digital Posture Analysis
- 1 on 1 Consultation with Dr. Serrano
*Offer not available for Medicare/Medicaid/Tricare.
