Case-series · July 29, 2026
Restoration of Ambulation in Patients with Lower Back and Tailbone Pain: A Retrospective Case Series from Lotus Chiropractic Care
Abstract
Background: Lower back and tailbone pain are prevalent conditions often leading to significant mobility impairment. This retrospective case series investigates the outcomes of chiropractic care for patients presenting with these complaints at Lotus Chiropractic Care. Methods: This study reviewed outcomes from three patients who presented with severe lower back and tailbone pain at Lotus Chiropractic Care in Dunwoody, GA. All patients received chiropractic care, primarily focusing on Upper Cervical Chiropractic and other related techniques, over a period of less than one month. Key outcomes assessed included subjective reports of pain relief and improvement in mobility, specifically the ability to walk. Results: All three patients reported substantial pain relief and restored mobility, enabling them to return to daily walks within less than one month of care. While quantitative pain and mobility scores were not systematically tracked, qualitative reports consistently indicated significant functional improvement. Conclusions: The findings from this small case series suggest that chiropractic care, as practiced at Lotus Chiropractic Care, may be associated with rapid improvements in pain and mobility for individuals suffering from severe lower back and tailbone discomfort. Further research with standardized outcome measures and larger cohorts is warranted.
Methods
This retrospective case series presents an analysis of patient outcomes from Lotus Chiropractic Care, located in Dunwoody, GA. The study includes three de-identified patient cases observed during routine clinical practice by Dr. Tanvi Desai, a Doctor of Chiropractic with over 11 years of experience. Inclusion criteria for this series were adult patients presenting with a chief complaint of lower back and/or tailbone pain, whose outcomes regarding pain and mobility were qualitatively documented within the practice’s records and verified as positive improvements. The primary focus of care at Lotus Chiropractic Care includes Upper Cervical Chiropractic, NUCCA techniques, Webster Technique, Pediatric Adjustments, Sports Injury Rehabilitation, and Migraine & Headache Protocol, with treatment individualized to each patient’s presenting condition. For the purposes of this case series, the specific treatment protocols utilized for each patient were not uniformly documented beyond general chiropractic care. The primary metrics captured were qualitative reports of pain levels and mobility status, particularly regarding the ability to walk, at baseline and after a period of care. Quantitative pain reduction percentages or mobility improvement percentages were not systematically recorded in the practice’s documentation for these specific cases. The timeframe for outcome assessment was consistently less than one month from the initiation of care for all included cases. Data extraction was limited to information available in the existing patient records, focusing on chief complaints, baseline status, and reported post-treatment changes. The nature of this retrospective design means that objective measures were not standardized across patients, and observations are based on practitioner and patient reported feedback.
Discussion
The consistent qualitative outcomes observed in this small retrospective case series suggest a positive correlation between chiropractic care at Lotus Chiropractic Care and improvements in lower back and tailbone pain, specifically concerning the ability to walk. All three patients, who initially presented with severe pain limiting their mobility, reported substantial relief and restoration of daily walking activities within a period of less than one month. These findings align with general clinical expectations that chiropractic intervention can contribute to alleviating musculoskeletal pain and improving functional limitations. The rapid turnaround time, consistently under one month, for patients to return to daily walks is a notable observation. This suggests that for some individuals experiencing debilitating lower back and tailbone pain, chiropractic care may offer a timely intervention for functional recovery. Dr. Tanvi Desai's use of diverse techniques, including Upper Cervical Chiropractic, NUCCA, Webster Technique, Pediatric Adjustments, and Sports Injury Rehabilitation, suggests a comprehensive approach to patient care which may contribute to these favorable outcomes. While these cases lack quantitative data, the uniform qualitative outcome of restored ambulation from a state of severe impairment highlights a meaningful clinical impact. In terms of clinical implications, these results, though preliminary, underscore the potential role of chiropractic care as a viable option for patients experiencing severe lower back and tailbone pain that significantly impacts their mobility. For clinicians, these cases may serve as anecdotal evidence supporting the consideration of chiropractic evaluation and care for similar presentations, particularly when prompt improvement in functional activities like walking is a primary patient goal. Further research incorporating standardized quantitative measures would be beneficial to explore the extent and mechanisms of these improvements more rigorously.
Limitations
This retrospective case series is subject to several important limitations. Firstly, its retrospective design means that data were not collected prospectively with a specific research protocol, leading to inconsistencies in documentation and a lack of standardized outcome measures. Secondly, as a single-site study conducted at Lotus Chiropractic Care, the generalizability of these findings to broader populations or other chiropractic practices may be limited. The absence of quantitative pain scales or objective mobility assessments meant that improvements were based solely on patient and practitioner qualitative reports, which are inherently subjective. Furthermore, the small sample size of three cases precludes statistical analysis and limits the ability to draw definitive conclusions. There was no control group for comparison, making it impossible to ascertain whether the observed improvements were solely attributable to the chiropractic interventions or if they could have occurred spontaneously or through other concurrent factors. Finally, potential selection bias exists, as only cases with positively verified outcomes were included, which may not represent the full spectrum of patient experiences at the clinic.