Most people think that chiropractors only treat chronic pains of the spinal cord, such as neck and back pains. But the fact is, chiropractic treatment can improve several chronic conditions that negatively impact one’s quality of life.
Here are Some Chronic Conditions Expert Chiropractors can Effectively Treat
Migraine
If you are worried about the side effects of prolonged use of over-the-counter painkillers and medications, try chiropractic treatments. It offers an alternative chronic pain treatment option that not only treats migraines and headaches but also helps in reducing the frequency of their occurrence.
Insomnia
Sleeping well every night is essential for a person’s mental and physical well-being. However, it has been found that 30% of elderly patients suffer from the disorder. While there are different treatments available for insomnia, chiropractic treatment can provide a safe alternative. Chiropractic eases pain, which is a common cause of sleep disorders. It also helps you feel calm and relaxed by triggering serotonin production, thus alleviating stress – another very common cause of insomnia.
Asthma
Believe it or not, chiropractic treatments can improve asthma symptoms by loosening the muscles used for breathing. Injuries to the spine can also worsen asthma symptoms because misalignments in the spinal cord can stiffen the tendons, ligaments, and muscles – a condition known as subluxation.
With the help of chiropractic sessions, the spine can be realigned and muscles relaxed, overall helping ease asthma symptoms.
GERD
Also known as gastroesophageal reflux disorder, GERD is caused by stomach acid flowing back into the esophagus resulting in heartburn, bad breath, and many more symptoms. Spine misalignment and resulting subluxations can also worsen GERD symptoms but can be easily treated with chiropractic.
High Blood Pressure
You might be at risk of high blood pressure if you are overweight or if someone in your family suffers from this condition. With chiropractic treatment, it’s possible to reduce your high blood pressure by a significant margin.
TMJ
Another condition impacting the jaw muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones that can be successfully treated with chiropractic is Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction or TMJ. It is a jaw condition that makes chewing painful and causes symptoms like ear pain, headaches, stiff jaws, and muscle spasms. Chiropractic treatment can loosen the jaw muscles, tendons, ligaments and align any bone joint that might be causing the symptoms.
If you are suffering from any of the mentioned chronic conditions and are looking for an alternative to medications or surgery, consult our chiropractor, Dr. Michael Berry, D.C., at Active Chiropractors & Laser Center. We will help you understand how chiropractic treatment options can benefit you and your body. We also offer personalized treatment plans to treat chronic ailments and help relieve painful symptoms to give you long-term relief.
