5 Signs You Should See a Chiropractor
According to Mayo Clinic, lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people go to the doctor. Were you to ask anyone on the street why most people visit chiropractors, they’re sure to spout off “back pain” or “neck pain” as one of the answers. While these seem the most obvious, chiropractic care can actually treat a wide variety of ailments, some of which you may be experiencing daily or even regularly.
Here at Healcove in San Diego, our spine-health specialists treat a multitude of conditions ranging from head and neck pain to torn ACLs and more. Read on for 5 signs you should seek chiropractic care.
Stress Relief
Let’s start with one that everyone has surely experienced: stress. Sometimes meditation, deep breathing, or a quick jog doesn’t cut it. During a chiropractic session, chiropractic adjustments help relax the body using focused massage techniques that increase blood flow and alleviate spinal tension or irritated nerves. This helps the body return to its natural state, and as physical stress you may have been carrying dissipates, so does the associated mental tension.
Regular sessions can help you keep your stress in check and provide great relief when other outlets don’t seem to be getting the job done!
Migraines and Headaches
From cervicogenic headaches to migraines, spinal manipulation can be a great way to relieve tension that may be contributing to these sometimes chronic ailments. Whether they are caused by stress or find their source in a past injury, reducing tension in the neck is key to tackling these headaches. In fact, a case study done by the National Institutes of Health showed that after 9 weeks of chiropractic treatment, a woman who had been experiencing pain from migraines for 40 years, reported 0 episodes during her 6 month follow up (which included no signs of nausea, vomiting, or photophobia).
Arthritis/Joint Pain
For those struggling with arthritis or joint pain, chiropractic care helps treat misaligned joints and reduce joint restrictions. By reducing inflammation, you can work with your chiropractor to regain joint function while ultimately improving the relationship between the spine and the nervous system. This allows patients to restore their body’s natural functions and get back to living life as uninhibited by their arthritic pain as possible.
Post Surgery
While not as common as the other reasons listed above, chiropractic treatment also has many benefits for those who have just undergone a surgery or operation. Often times, invasive surgeries require extensive recovery time before the body can fully heal. Chiropractic professionals can help speed up the process with mobility work, assisted stretching and more! This can be especially beneficial for ACL tear recovery, bone spur removal, and hip replacements.
Car Accident Injuries
Last but not least, you should consider seeing a chiropractor if you suffered an injury from an auto or car accident. From whiplash to emotional trauma, there are many adverse effects from collisions and fender benders that you can treat with spinal adjustments and other forms of chiropractic care. This is especially important in order to prevent further injury and quicken the recovery process. In fact, here at Healcove, we offer an integrated care plan that teams up with our mental health and physical therapists in order to ensure that you are successful on your road to recovery.
Interested in receiving treatments for any of the ailments or injuries we discussed above? Book a session with us!
Our chiropractors are movement & mobility specialists. We evaluate lifestyles and partner with our patients to make lasting improvements in their health and fitness. Learn more about Healcove chiropractors and how we approach health and fitness setbacks.