If you’re living with chronic back pain, you’ve likely been offered the usual solutions: painkillers, muscle relaxers, injections, or surgery.
But what if your relief could come without medications or procedures that mask symptoms?
At Ascent Healthcare in Maryville, TN, our osteopathic physicians help patients find long-term, drug-free relief through natural, physician-led treatments that focus on restoring structure, movement, and healing from the inside out.
Here are five natural therapies we use every week to help patients reclaim their lives—without relying on prescriptions.
1. Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT)
OMT is the cornerstone of osteopathic medicine—and one of the most effective tools for chronic back pain relief.
Using precise, hands-on techniques, our physicians gently release muscle tension, improve joint mobility, and rebalance your posture and alignment. It’s not chiropractic “popping,” and it’s not massage—it’s structural correction that treats the root of the issue.
Patients often report:
- Immediate improvement in stiffness and mobility
- Better posture and sleep
- Reduction in muscle spasms, nerve irritation, and inflammation
At Ascent Healthcare, Dr. Charles and Dr. Samantha Bingham perform OMT during your visit—so your healing starts from day one.
2. Cold Laser Therapy
Laser therapy may sound futuristic, but it’s a proven tool in the world of regenerative pain care.
Cold laser therapy uses low-level light to stimulate cellular repair, reduce inflammation, and promote blood flow to damaged tissues—without heat, needles, or downtime.
For patients with:
- Disc irritation
- Degenerative joints
- Soft tissue damage
- Postural tension or surgery-free recovery goals
Cold laser is a safe, non-invasive option that complements OMT and decompression beautifully.
Our clinic in Maryville uses laser therapy as part of a holistic plan—not a stand-alone gimmick—so results are better and longer-lasting.
3. PRP Injections (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
If your chronic back pain involves worn-down joints, ligament strain, or failed healing, PRP injections may be the regenerative solution your body needs.
We use your own blood, spin it down in a centrifuge, and inject the concentrated platelets directly into injured tissues. These platelets are rich in growth factors that signal repair and reduce chronic inflammation.
PRP has been shown to help with:
- Lumbar facet joint pain
- Sacroiliac dysfunction
- Tendon or ligament instability
- Postural injuries from repetitive use
At Ascent Healthcare, PRP is performed under physician guidance—not passed off to a technician—so you know it’s safe, clean, and customized to your body’s needs.
4. Nutrition Support and Inflammation Reduction
You can’t separate what you eat from how you feel.
Chronic inflammation is a major contributor to back pain—and it’s often worsened by processed foods, sugar, stress, and hidden food sensitivities.
As osteopathic physicians, we integrate nutrition and functional medicine into your care by:
- Identifying inflammatory triggers
- Supporting gut health and joint repair
- Recommending targeted supplements (like magnesium, collagen, or omega-3s)
- Encouraging anti-inflammatory eating habits that support healing from the inside out
Food won’t “fix” everything—but when your body is inflamed, even the best treatments struggle to work. That’s why we address both structure and fuel.
5. A Closer Doctor-Patient Partnership
This might not sound like a “treatment”—but it’s one of the most powerful tools for healing.
At Ascent Healthcare, we don’t rush through appointments or default to symptom-chasing. Instead, we work closely with you to:
- Understand your story and how the pain began
- Create a personalized plan with input from you, not just orders
- Track your response and adjust in real time
- Blend hands-on care with lifestyle and stress support
Back pain is rarely just physical. It’s emotional, neurological, and often misunderstood. That’s why we build partnerships—not just prescriptions.
You won’t get lost in the system here. You’ll be seen, heard, and treated with respect.
Why This Natural Approach Works
Because it treats pain at the root—not the surface.
Because it uses science, structure, and strategy—not shortcuts.
Because it puts your healing in motion—and keeps it there.
From first responders to retirees, busy moms to athletes, people across Maryville are choosing a different path. And it starts here.
📞 Call Ascent Healthcare today at (865) 233-0569 or request an appointment online
1123 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804
Physician-Led Natural Back Pain Relief | Same-Day Appointments Available