Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Neck and Back Pain

Back and neck pain are extremely common, with most people experiencing them at some point during their lifetime. While it can be mild and irritating rather than incapacitating, some people experience chronic discomfort that quickly starts to affect their quality of life. Fortunately, visiting a chiropractor can help alleviate this discomfort and get your life back on track again.

Common Causes Of Neck Pain

There are a variety of different reasons why you may be experiencing neck pain. However, some causes are more common than others. Some of the most likely reasons why your neck is hurting could include:

Bad Posture

Many people think that posture only affects the back, but the way that you are sitting or standing and the angle of your head in relation to this can also affect your neck. This is especially true if you spend long periods of time looking at a computer screen or a handheld digital device.

Pinched Nerve

Just like the rest of the body, the neck is packed with nerves, and these can easily become pinched if you experience any sort of injury. Even something as simple as sleeping at an unnatural angle can cause a nerve to become trapped and pinched, triggering pain.

Whiplash

Whiplash is the most common injury sustained in a car accident and happens when a sudden force on the neck causes tiny micro-injuries to the muscles and soft tissues.  

Common Causes Of Back Pain

There are also many different reasons why someone may experience back pain, and in some cases, the true underlying cause of back pain may never be discovered. This is known as unspecific back pain and usually goes away of its own accord. Some of the identifiable causes of back pain include:

Muscle/Ligament Strain

Repeated heavy lifting or a sudden awkward movement can strain the back muscles and spinal ligaments.

Bulging/Ruptured Disc

This is where one of the intervertebral discs that sit between the bones of the spine bulges out of place or ruptures, leaking the inner gel onto surrounding nerves, causing pain and irritation.

Osteoarthritis

A common condition caused by the degeneration of the joints, including those found in the spine. In some cases, arthritis in the spine can lead to a narrowing of the space around the spinal cord, called spinal stenosis.

Osteoporosis

This condition is also known as brittle bone disease since it occurs when bones become porous and brittle, making them more likely to fracture and cause pain.

Benefits Of Visiting A Chiropractor For Back And Neck

Pain

Chiropractors are medical specialists that are dedicated to the identification, diagnosis, treatment, and management of conditions that affect the musculoskeletal system. This is the extensive network of bones, muscles, and connective tissues that give our body shape, strength, and movement.


Chiropractic treatment most often focuses on the spine since it protects the spinal cord, which is a key part of our central nervous system and is responsible for all of our body functions. However, sometimes chiropractic treatment will target a specific area of the body, depending on the particular issue you are experiencing.

There are a wide range of reasons why countless people visit a chiropractor for back and neck pain every single year. Some of the most common include:

Pain Reduction

Unsurprisingly, the main reason why people experiencing back and neck pain go to a chiropractor is to reduce their pain. However, unlike conventional medicine, this can be achieved without prescription medications. This is because chiropractic treatment techniques can reduce inflammation, ease tension and promote the release of natural pain-relieving endorphins. Many people who experience chronic pain find that chiropractic treatment reduces or even eliminates their reliance on pain medications.

Better Range Of Movement

When we experience back and neck pain it often inhibits our range of movement. This is because certain positions can make the discomfort much worse, and as a result, we find ourselves sitting, standing, or lying a certain way to try and avoid this happening. However, chiropractic treatment can relieve areas of pressure that are triggering pain, as well as reducing inflammation that could be making you stiff and uncomfortable.

Improved Posture

Poor posture is a leading reason for back and neck pain. However, your chiropractor can show you how to correct this both while sitting and standing. Not only will this help to relieve any current pain you are experiencing, but it could also prevent future discomfort and injury.

Non-Invasive Technique

Many people love that chiropractic treatment is entirely non-invasive. This means that there are no needles, no incisions, no wounds, and no aftercare to worry about either! Each appointment is tailored specifically to your needs, meaning you get the precise care that you need at each and every session.

Injury Prevention

By making sure that your spine is perfectly aligned, your chiropractor can make sure that your body is operating in optimal condition and this could help to prevent you from experiencing injuries in the future.

For more information about the benefits of chiropractic care for neck and back pain, please speak to our experienced and knowledgeable chiropractic team at Weierstahl Chiropractic Clinic by calling (989) 723-8864!