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Gulfshore Chiropractic Clinics January Newsletter 2022

Gulfshore Chiropractic Clinics January Newsletter 2022

Gulfshore Chiropractic Clinics January Newsletter 2022

LOOKING FOR A LESS DEMANDING NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION? TRY CHIROPRACTIC! Believe it or not, it’s officially 2022! New Year’s Resolutions are a great way to start the New Year and set goals for your daily life.

LOOKING FOR A LESS DEMANDING

NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION? TRY CHIROPRACTIC!

Believe it or not, it’s officially 2022! New Year’s Resolutions are a great way to start the New Year and set goals for your daily life. Whether you are trying to improve your health, focus on self-care, or better yourself in your career, resolutions are not always easy. We get it, these goals take a ton of work, willpower, and dedication. Are you looking for a resolution that requires a little less self-dedication? Consider adding Chiropractic to your health care routine.

“At least 70 million adults in the United States deal with some type of chronic pain. In fact, low back pain is the second most common reason Americans see their doctor. Many people are interested in finding alternatives to medication for pain relief. Chiropractic treatment is one potential pain management option, especially if you’re dealing with back pain or neck pain.”

  • Improves neck pain

  • Eases back pain

  • Possible reduction of osteoarthritis symptoms

  • Eases headache symptoms

  • Reduces reliance on opioid pain relievers

  • More affordable treatment for chronic back pain

  • Reduces scoliosis symptoms

  • Helps improve posture

  • May help athletic performance

*Information provided by Health Line

“The neck’s susceptibility to injury is due in part to biomechanics. Activities and events that affect cervical biomechanics include extended sitting, repetitive movement, accidents, falls and blows to the body or head, normal aging, and everyday wear and tear. Neck pain can be very bothersome, and it can have a variety of causes. Here are some of the most typical causes of neck pain:

  • Injury and Accidents

A sudden forced movement of the head or neck in any direction and the resulting “rebound” in the opposite direction is known as whiplash. The sudden “whipping” motion injures the surrounding and supporting tissues of the neck and head. Muscles react by tightening and contracting, creating muscle fatigue, which can result in pain and stiffness.

  • Growing Older

Degenerative disorders such as osteoarthritis, spinal stenosis, and degenerative disc disease directly affect the spine.

  • Osteoarthritis, a common joint disorder, causes progressive deterioration of cartilage. The body reacts by forming bone spurs that affect joint motion.

  • Spinal stenosis causes the small nerve passageways in the vertebrae to narrow, compressing and trapping nerve roots. Stenosis may cause neck, shoulder, and arm pain, as well as numbness when these nerves are unable to function normally.

  • Degenerative disc disease can cause a reduction in the elasticity and height of intervertebral discs. Over time, a disc may bulge or herniate, causing tingling, numbness, and pain that runs into the arm.

  • Daily Life

Poor posture, obesity, and weak abdominal muscles often disrupt spinal balance, causing the neck to bend forward to compensate. Stress and emotional tension can cause muscles to tighten and contract, resulting in pain and stiffness. Postural stress can contribute to chronic neck pain with symptoms extending into the upper back and the arms.

HOW CHIROPRACTIC CARE CAN HELP:

During your visit, your doctor of chiropractic will perform exams to locate the source of your pain. They will also ask you questions about your current symptoms and remedies you may have already tried. For example:

  • When did the pain start?

  • What have you done for your neck pain?

  • Does the pain radiate or travel to other parts of your body?

  • Does anything reduce the pain or make it worse?

  • Neck Adjustments

A neck adjustment (also known as cervical manipulation) is a precise procedure applied to the joints of the neck, usually by hand. A neck adjustment works to improve the mobility of the spine and to restore range of motion; it can also increase the movement of the adjoining muscles. Patients typically notice an improved ability to turn and tilt the head, as well as a reduction of pain, soreness, and stiffness.”

*Information provided by the American Chiropractic Association

LET’S GET HEALTHY:

LET’S GET HEALTHY