Break the Cycle of Chronic Pain
How Chiropractic Can Help You
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that more than 51 million people have chronic pain. The National Spine & Pain Center describes chronic pain as discomfort that “outlasts what is considered a normal time course for healing.” While “acute” pain is the body’s initial response to an injury with symptoms that decline as the body heals, chronic pain follows a vastly different pattern. More specifically, pain is considered “chronic” when symptoms persist beyond three to six months.
Chronic pain can interfere with your day-to-day work and recreational activities, and it may have a profound effect on your ability to concentrate, relax, and enjoy life. Much like that battery-powered bunny, pain keeps going and going and can get worse over time if not treated accordingly.
The Impact of Chronic Pain
It is well known that in the United States, there has been an opioid crisis for years. Opioid dependency can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or socioeconomic status. Many individuals initially receive opioids as a legitimate symptom management tool but inadvertently become trapped in the cycle of dependency.
Three common regions of the body where chronic pain is reported include:
- Back pain such as sciatica or spinal stenosis
- Headaches and migraines
- Joint symptoms, such as when caused by arthritis or trauma/injury
Chronic pain affects each person differently. In some cases, it can lead to decreased activity levels, as well as anxiety, depression, and disability. Chiropractors work together with patients to understand the origin of their discomfort, lessen their symptoms, and restore their activity to the highest possible levels. With treatment, the adverse effects can be reduced and allow patients to return to activity-filled days ahead.
Movement is Medicine
When chronic pain causes a lack of movement, other physical problems are quick to follow. Inactive muscles weaken and atrophy (become smaller in size), and joints become stiff. These changes make initiating movement even more difficult. In addition, chronic pain can lead to increased dependence on prescription medications such as opioids.
Your chiropractic plan of care may include:
- Spinal manipulations or chiropractic adjustments
- Education to help you understand your condition
- Manual muscle therapy
- Postural awareness and body mechanics training
- Strengthening and flexibility exercises
- New forms of exercise that empower you to move with greater ease
Working together closely, your chiropractor will design a personalized care plan just for you. This will help you gain the strength, mobility, and confidence needed to reach your optimal health and activity goals. Don’t continue to suffer – break your cycle of pain with the help of MCR Chiropractic.
At MCR Chiropractic, we are committed to empowering you to achieve a lifetime of health and wellness. Call your nearest MCR Chiropractic to schedule an appointment or complete the form below!
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