Pain Is the Last Thing to Show Up—And the First Thing to Go
By Dr. Andrew Kakishita | Kinetic Chiropractic – Lehi, UT
Here’s something we see all the time at our Lehi chiropractic clinic: someone comes in with pain that started "out of nowhere." But pain is often the final warning sign your body gives—not the first.
Pain Is Just the Tip of the Iceberg Pain is how your body gets your attention, but it's usually the result of weeks, months, or even years of poor movement, postural stress, or compensation from old injuries. Think of it like your check engine light. The real issue has been developing under the surface.
In fact, many musculoskeletal issues build up silently. A minor joint restriction, a tight muscle, or nerve irritation might not cause symptoms at first. Over time, though, these dysfunctions compound—until pain becomes the only way your body can make you listen.
The Relief Trap Once treatment begins and pain goes away, many people assume the problem is fixed. But stopping care at this point is like removing the battery from the smoke detector without addressing the fire. Without correcting the root dysfunction, it can (and often will) return.
We often see patients who stopped care as soon as they felt better, only to return a few months later with the same or worse symptoms. The key to lasting relief is correcting the underlying dysfunction—not just quieting the alarm.
Why Ongoing Care Matters At Kinetic Chiropractic, we create personalized care plans that don’t just chase symptoms—we correct patterns. With tools like adjustments, shockwave therapy, and soft tissue work, we support your body as it heals properly.
We also teach corrective movement and posture habits that help prevent future flare-ups. Ongoing care isn't about endless appointments—it’s about helping your body stay resilient, functional, and pain-free.
And yes—we’ll always respect your goals. If you're just looking for short-term relief, we can help. But if you're after long-term results, we want to show you what real correction looks like.
Takeaway: Don't wait until you're in pain to take care of your body—and don’t stop just because the pain is gone.
Schedule your consultation today. Your future self will thank you.