I understand massage to be very helpful to many people who deal with back pain. But remember, there is more to fixing your back than getting passive treatment once a month....
I had used more common sense and properly assessed my pain triggers, as shown in Dr. McGill's Back Mechanic, they might have lasted more than 2-3 weeks. But instead, I took "no days...
Chiropractic, when used correctly, can be beneficial for those suffering from low back pain. But just going to the chiro for your back pain and doing nothing else isn't likely to help much....
Also, just because it doesn't hurt during the movement doesn't mean you aren't picking the scab. What do I mean by 'picking the scab?' You are creating motions, postures, or pressures that are...