Natural Approaches to Pain Management with Chiropractic Care

The U.S. Pain Foundation states that about 50 million Americans suffer from chronic pain for at least a year. This type of pain can increase your risk of mental health disorders, such as depression and anxiety. That is just one reason why effective solutions to chronic pain are necessary. Research shows that most patients want natural approaches to pain relief. This is where chiropractic care can help. Here are some of the natural pain management practices that you can get from chiropractic care.

Spinal Manipulation

Studies show that chronic pain sends distress signals to the brain. This results in a perception of threat. If the pain does not go away, the brain may develop disorders, such as depression and anxiety. Your chiropractor can help stop the pain without medications or surgery. Spinal manipulation is a form of chiropractic therapy that involves the manual movement of your spine. Your chiropractor will use strong and quick pressure on a vertebral joint to realign and alleviate pain.

Chiropractic Adjustment

This is a technique involving performing short and quick thrusts on specific areas of the vertebrae. It is common to hear popping sounds, which shows that the technique is releasing gas from the joint. This will result in relief. In some cases, there is no audible pop. This lack of sound is common if your body is very tense. That is why some chiropractors perform electronic stimulation or apply ice to the area before the treatment.

Acupuncture and Chiropractic Care

Combining chiropractic techniques with acupuncture is a common practice. This natural remedy inserts tiny, thin needles into specific points of your body. Western medicine treats it as a way to excite the muscles and nerves. This can then promote healing and relief. Traditional Chinese medicine states that acupuncture can balance your life force or Chi. Where the Chi is blocked, pain occurs. Acupuncture attempts to unblock the Chi and relieve the pain. Research reveals that chiropractic patients with chronic pain experience more relief with acupuncture. You should look for an experienced practitioner who uses sterile, disposable needles.

Therapeutic Massage

This type of massage can relax painful joints, muscles, and tendons. The technique can relieve pain, anxiety, and stress. Your chiropractor will target the deep tissue. Kneading the muscles surrounding the bone and joints can reduce tension. Some massages may result in mild pain after the session, but lasting relief comes after.

Exercises

Your chiropractor may also suggest exercises for pain relief. Weight loss and cardiovascular health can reduce your pain. You can also start your routine workouts for fibromyalgia and other causes of back pain.

Posture Correction

Studies show that correcting your posture can restore your body’s proper function. Chiropractors can instruct you to prevent slouching, which can disrupt your spine’s alignment. Postural awareness is often associated with reduced shoulder and back pain. Your chiropractor will suggest exercises that can improve your posture. These exercises can decrease pain in your pelvis, back, neck, and shoulders.

Mobilization

This technique provides low-velocity muscle and joint manipulation. It stretches the joints and muscles. The goal of this treatment is to increase your range of motion. The chiropractor will mobilize your affected area until the pain reduces and fluid movement improves.

Your chiropractor can provide natural treatments to manage your pain. At Aligned SRQ, we provide effective and non-invasive solutions to any type of pain. You can visit our facility in Sarasota, Florida, for an in-person consultation. Please call 941-214-6150 to set an appointment or ask about our pain treatment packages.