Beyond Pain: Exploring the Benefits of Visiting a Local Chiropractor

1. June 20, 2017 Beyond Pain: Exploring the Benefits of Visiting a Local Chiropractor Every year, about 22 million Americans seek pain relief through chiropractic treatment. Out of this number, 35% complained about suffering from back pain, either from injuries, accidents or strains. Chiropractic care is used to relieve pain in the muscles, joints and bones, through hands-on manipulation and alignment of the spine. Beyond pain relief, however, this alternative form of medicine can offer people a host of other health benefits as well. Page | 1

2. Lowers Blood Pressure You most likely already know that having high blood pressure may lead to stroke and hypertension. But, did you know that chiropractors can help regulate your blood pressure naturally? Studies have shown that through the subtle realigning of the neck vertebra, particularly the atlas vertebra, the body regulates itself and lowers blood pressure. This natural procedure is found to be as effective as two blood-pressure medications given in combination. Soothes Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Experiencing numbing, weakness and a tingling sensation in your hands? The median nerve in your wrist may be affected. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful hand injury that occurs through overuse. Adjusting a specific vertebrae in the neck can help relieve the symptoms of carpal tunnel, without the need for surgery. Reduces the Need for Drugs When you’re in pain, you often seek over-the-counter or prescription medicines to help soothe the discomfort. While drugs certainly have health benefits in terms of reducing inflammation, excess use may bring about long-term health issues, especially since drugs like these take a toll on your kidney and liver. Fortunately, chiropractors provide a drug-free approach that treat not just the cause but the symptoms of pain as well. This low-risk therapy also complements other pain management techniques, so you can mix and match depending on what works for you. Helps with Neck Injuries Suffering from chronic neck pain? Several studies have shown that spinal manipulation is an effective treatment for acute neck pain--one that is even more effective than medication. Aside from neck pain, chiropractic care is also effective in providing relief for different conditions such as lower back pain, sciatica, headaches, ear infection, scoliosis and frozen shoulder symptoms. While medications can cure the symptoms of pain, chiropractic care has the advantage of actually curing some forms of pain. Through alignment or manipulation of the spine, chiropractors can identify and cure its root cause. Chiropractic care does not only address the cause and the symptoms of the pain, but also treats your body as a whole. As they try to realign your nerves to target the cause, chiropractors also educate you on pain management techniques that you can do at home. With their help, you’ll Page | 2

3. not only wean yourself off pain medication, but enjoy a better, healthier life. Consult with a chiropractor, such as Superior Healthcare, to see how they can help you with your condition. About Superior Healthcare: At Superior Healthcare, we provide effective pain management treatments for patients who have been suffering from acute and chronic pain. By combining traditional medicine and natural techniques at our clinic here at Canton, GA, we don’t simply address the pain--we also provide a holistic approach in improving the patient’s health. Sources: 10 Researched Benefits of Chiropractic Adjustments, DrAxe.com 34 Powerful Benefits Of Chiropractic Care For Pain Patients, PainDoctor.Com Chiropractic Care for Back Pain, WebMd.Com Page | 3