Top 14 Health Benefits Of Chiropractic Care

What Is Chiropractic Care?

It is a form of alternative medicine concerning the spine and other joints of the body and their association with the neural system. A Chiropractor uses adjustments to restore joint function and support the nervous system so that the patient need not undergo unnecessary surgeries or take huge amounts of drugs as medications.

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What Are The Benefits Of Chiropractic Care?

1. Improves The Overall Health Of An Individual

Chiropractic care eases back pain, headaches, ear infections, bowel irregularities, arthritis and joint pain, Scoliosis, asthma, blood pressure and boosts organ functions and mental clarity. 

Chiropractic adjustments treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, gastrointestinal syndromes, anxiety due to adjustments which activate the parasympathetic nervous system, Bell's Palsy, Vertigo and dizziness, Insomnia and trouble in sleeping due to pain, anxiety or breathing problems and fertility issues. 

Chiropractic care also relieves muscle tension, decreases mental oxidative stress, enhances pulmonary functions and reduces inflammatory cytokines.

2. Leads To Improved Digestion

The stomach is controlled by the nerves that run through the spine. If the vertebrae are not in proper alignment, the nerves may begin to signal a need for an increase in acid production causing gas, heartburn and acid reflux. The Chiropractic Adjustment aids the nerves in working correctly, thus eliminating stomach problems.

3. It Can Ease A Delivery

The nervous system’s functions are affected by many significant changes in a woman's body during her pregnancy. The increase in the weight of the core can lead to increased pressure on the expectant mother’s spine since the ligaments in the pelvic area loosen to enable childbirth. 

Regular chiropractic care during pregnancy ensures a healthy baby since the development of the baby takes place in a healthier environment.

4. Boosts The Immune System

Since the neural system regulates the functions of the cells, organs, and tissues of the body, a misalignment may reduce the ability of the immune system to fight off the germs in the body. Chiropractic care realigns the spine, thus, enabling the immune system to perform its functions.

5. Initiates Sciatica Relief

The compression of the sciatic nerve causes sciatica. Piriformis Syndrome can be one of the causes of Sciatica. Chiropractic care employs ice/cold therapy, ultrasound, transcutaneous electrical wave stimulation, Spine manipulation and other treatments to cure it.

6. Doesn’t  Involve Drugs Or Surgery

Chiropractic care stimulates the body to heal naturally. A wide variety of techniques are employed to locate, analyze and correct the subluxations of the spine. 

Chiropractors may use massage, muscular electrical stimulation, ultrasound or manual adjustment but they never use drugs or surgery for the treatment of any medical condition.

7. It Reduces Colic, Acid Reflux And Ear Infections In Children

The children suffering from ailments including otitis media or acid reflux generally recover after visiting a chiropractor. The treatment consists of realigning the spine and reducing the pressure placed on the nerves, thus improving the gut-brain connection.

8. Improves Neurological Conditions

The upper cervical adjustments treat various brain-based conditions such as cerebral invagination and brain plaquing. Chiropractic treatment also helps in correcting vertebral subluxation that contributes to pediatric epilepsy and seizures.

9. Stabilizes Blood Pressure

The specific adjustment that targets the nerves in the upper neck that stabilizes the blood pressure is referred to as 'Atlas adjustment.'

10. Stimulates Breathing

Lung abnormalities such as asthma can be caused by the misalignment of the thoracic and mid-cervical regions. Reducing the inflammation by correcting the subluxations stimulates proper breathing.

11. Helps In Maintaining Homeostasis

Chiropractic adjustments reduce the stress on the immune system, thus, freeing up energy and redirecting it to be used towards the prevention of diseases and maintaining homeostasis. Chiropractic care enhances the patient's ability to think, move and perform.

12. Can Cure Scoliosis

The progression of Scoliosis can be prevented by specific chiropractic adjustments when they are paired with muscular rehabilitation techniques.

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13. Improves Posture

Chiropractic adjustments place the body in a proper position, which permits the body to heal itself. The chiropractic care realigns the spine and reduces the pressure on the sensitive nerves that contribute to the dysfunction of the central nervous system.

14. Can Cure Chronic Conditions Such As Fibromyalgia

Chiropractic adjustments can ease the symptoms of chronic conditions such as fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome.

Dr. Bryan Foss, a DenverChiropractor, opines that in case of acute body-ache or discomfort, people should not hesitate to consult a professional Chiropractor for treatment.