The Unexpected Benefits of Chiropractic Care
Low back and neck pain are the two most common reasons why people seek the help of chiropractors. But, while pain relief might be first and foremost on their minds, few cannot help but be surprised at some of the extra, unexpected benefits they enjoy from targeted spinal manipulations. If you’re thinking about visiting a Wilmington NC back pain specialist at Southeastern chiropractic for back pain, neck pain, extremity pain or numbness, or for any other reason, here are four surprising “side effects” you can enjoy from regular chiropractic treatments.
A Healthier Heart
In a recent study published in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, researchers discovered that people who go to the chiropractor enjoy a lower heart rate as a result of an adjustment. And, the benefits are immediate, with the very first treatment. This is exciting news for people who have struggled with both musculoskeletal pain and heart-related issues because by treating the pain at its source, there’s a greater chance that their heart issues can be dramatically improved without costly medications or risky surgeries.
A Healthier Gut
When your digestive system is working right, the rest of your body usually follows suit. But, if you suffer from irritable bowel or some other digestive issue, it can throw your health out of whack. The good news is that recent chiropractic research has revealed that spinal manipulation of the middle and lower back can effectively relieve the pressure being placed on the nerves that are responsible for making sure your digestive organs function properly. As a result, chiropractic care can often result in the patient experiencing fewer digestive problems.
Improved Balance
The older we get, the more important it is for us to maintain, or strengthen, our ability to balance. There are several exercises and balance-based activities you can do to help strengthen your leg muscles and your core, but research has also showed that chiropractic care can also provide benefits to one’s balance. Specifically, chiropractic care helps alleviate the pain and/or dizziness that can be caused by compressed nerves in the neck so you can walk straighter and with greater clarity and confidence.
Improved Reproductive Health
If you have been trying to get pregnant but have thus far been unsuccessful, then the problem could be with the function of your nervous system. And, because chiropractic care’s predominant focus is on enhancing the body’s nervous system, it can be highly effective at helping improve fertility. In fact, the American Pregnancy Association even recommends chiropractic care to women with diminished fertility issues. And, treatment shouldn’t stop once you do get pregnant because chiropractic care can provide a host of other benefits to expectant mothers, like reducing nausea symptoms, relieving back and neck pain, reducing the duration of labor and delivery, and reducing the chances of a potential cesarean delivery.
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