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5 Benefits of Chiropractic Adjustments In addition to relieving joint pain, a visit to the chiropractor can improve a patient’s quality of life in a variety of other ways. By Connor Kelley, D.C., Greater Orlando Chiropractic & Wellness
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hen an individual experiences pain in their back or neck, scheduling a chiropractic appointment is usually top of mind. However, there are many other benefits to seeing a chiropractor that aren’t as well-known. The main focus of a chiropractic adjustment is to improve range of motion in a specific region in the body by breaking up fibrous adhesions that cause inflammation and restrict joint mobility. This treatment allows for better movement, reduced pain and better function while allowing the muscles in the surrounding areas to relax. Issues can occur in the joints involved with spinal motion or extraspinal regions, which include the shoulders, hips, wrists and ankles. In addition to relieving joint pain and improving a patient’s quality of life, chiropractic adjustments help the body in a variety of other ways.
Headache Pain Relief
Millions of people suffer from headaches every single day. Research has
shown that chiropractic adjustments are a safe, effective way to help reduce the intensity and frequency of headaches in patients. An adjustment inhibits the pain receptors in the brain while reducing muscle tension and correcting postural strain on the soft tissues in the cervical region.
Increased Athletic Performance
Chiropractic adjustments improve flexibility and range of motion while increasing maximum voluntary muscle contraction and cortical drive. Every single major sports league in the U.S. utilizes chiropractors to keep their athletes going and performing at their top level. We can do the same for student athletes and adults who participate in sports or other fitness programs.
TMJ Pain Relief
A chiropractor can provide relief for patients who are experiencing temporomandibular joint disorder. Results are achieved through gentle, low-force adjustments in conjunction with muscle release in the jaw and neck region.
At Greater Orlando Chiropractic and Wellness in Winter Garden, Dr. Connor Kelley performs non-surgical spinal decompression therapy, chiropractic adjustments, cold laser therapy, pettibon cervical traction, electrical stimulation therapy, therapeutic ultrasound and peripheral neuropathy treatment. 32
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Sciatica and Other Radiating Pain Relief
In our office, we use non-surgical spinal decompression, along with chiropractic adjustments, to help with radiating pain in both the arms and legs. This combination of decompression therapy and adjustments can provide patients with pain relief.
Decreased Medication Use
Those who prefer to avoid medication could benefit from a chiropractic visit. A new study published by the National Library of Medicine shows that patients with spinal pain who received chiropractic care were 64% less likely to fill an opioid prescription for their pain. Overall, chiropractic adjustments result in improved function and quality of life for patients. Time and again, we’ve seen that people who receive chiropractic care report better functioning in their daily lives. If you can relate to any of the benefits listed above, schedule an appointment to see what your chiropractor can do for you.
