Chiropractic care is a very effective treatment for back and neck pain that stems from most causes. By using a combination of chiropractic adjustments or manipulation and physical therapy modalities, traction and muscle work, most conditions can be effectively cured or controlled. This process varies in length, depending on the cause of the pain.
When progress is slow or incomplete, exercise can be a very effective catalyst to get over the progress "hump". This is true for acute injuries and advanced arthritis. Movement is essential to healing. Why does it work so well? Several reasons.
1. Exercise stimulates increased blood flow. This helps to nourish muscles, discs and other tissues. It facilitates waste removal which helps decrease inflammation. Inflammation is the main pain driver most painful conditions.
2. Exercise produces endorphins. This will block pain and elevate mood.
3. Exercise helps set muscle resting length to the appropriate level. Proper muscle length improves spinal function and aids in proper breathing and posture.
4. Exercise increases energy and improves mood. The more you move, the better your body will function as a whole. You will produce many mood elevating chemicals and hormones.
5. Exercise increases strength. Increases strength supports the spine and helps decrease the chances of re-injury.
6. Exercise helps to maintain or stimulate weight loss. Proper weight allows the spine to distribute forces the way it was designed to, which will decrease pain, injury and inflammation.
Exercise isn't just about your heart health or your weight. Your body needs it to function at a healthy level. It is extremely important to pick the right exercise for your body and fitness level, but EVERYONE can exercise.
For more information, contact Dr. Wente-Moeller.
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