Back pain is the single most common reason people see a chiropractor — and for good reason. Whether it crept in gradually or showed up overnight, it can make even simple things like sitting, standing, or getting out of bed feel harder than they should.
At Great Health Chiropractic, Dr. Jeffrey Bratten has helped patients throughout Gresham and the surrounding communities with back pain for more than 37 years. We offer same-day appointments because when your back hurts, waiting only makes it harder to sort out.
Back pain has a lot of possible sources, and figuring out which one is behind yours is the first step to actually fixing it. Common causes include:
Because so many different problems can cause similar pain, a proper exam — not guesswork — is what actually points to the right treatment.
Most back pain is worth getting checked, but see us promptly if you notice:
Every new patient starts with a thorough exam and, when needed, imaging — so we understand exactly what’s causing your pain before any treatment begins. Dr. Bratten then explains what’s going on in plain language and builds a plan around your specific injury. No guesswork, and no surprises.
Depending on your exam, care may include gentle chiropractic adjustments to restore normal spinal motion, physical rehabilitation to rebuild the strength and stability that protect your back, massage therapy to ease surrounding muscle tension, and nutritional guidance where it supports your recovery. The goal is to treat the underlying cause of your pain and support your body’s natural healing — not just mask the symptoms.
We accept most major insurance plans, and our team will help verify your coverage before treatment begins so there are no surprises — see our Insurance & Payment page for details. If your back pain is from a car accident, your Oregon auto insurance likely covers care with no out-of-pocket cost — we bill your auto insurer directly. Learn more on our Auto Accident page.
If back pain is slowing you down, don’t wait for it to become a lasting problem. Call (503) 667-3366 to schedule your same-day exam, or stop by 1155 NE Hogan Dr, Gresham, OR 97030.
*Individual results vary*
My daughter struggled with worsening back pain for over a year. We saw her PCP and a specialist and were told there was nothing wrong. From the very beginning with Dr. Bratten we felt like we were exactly where we needed to be. My daughter is finally seeing some relief.
(Individual results vary)
After three years of being told there was no help for my back by a parade of MDs, I saw major improvement within two weeks. Months later I am doing activities I thought were a thing of the past. I never dreamed I’d walk pain free again, but I am.
(Individual results vary)
Pain that spreads into your legs, comes with numbness or tingling, or lasts more than a few days is worth a prompt exam. Even milder pain is worth checking if it’s not improving on its own.
Sometimes. We start with a thorough exam and use imaging when it helps us understand what’s actually going on — not as a routine upsell.
It depends on the cause and how long you’ve had it. Dr. Bratten will walk you through a realistic plan and timeline after your exam — no one-size-fits-all promises.
Yes — auto-accident back injuries are one of our most common cases, and Oregon requires auto insurance to cover this care. See our Auto Accident page for details.
Yes. We keep room in the schedule for patients in acute pain, and we’re open seven days a week. Call (503) 667-3366 to schedule an appointment.