Holistic Management of Chronic Pain with Chiropractic Care
Find Relief With Chiropractic Care For Chronic Pain
When our patient, Maggie, came to see us, she was ready to finally do something about her chronic pain besides relying on over-the-counter pain medication and “toughing it out.” Fortunately, chiropractic care for chronic pain can effectively manage your condition by getting to the root cause and, in many cases, reducing or even alleviating your pain altogether.
If left untreated, chronic pain can negatively affect many aspects of your life, making it difficult to socialize, work, and even complete daily self-care tasks. In this post, we’ll explore common causes and treatments for chronic pain and learn how Jennifer Scherbauer DC ND LLC can help you tackle your condition with our holistic chiropractic care.
Keep reading to learn what chiropractic care for chronic pain can do for you!
Discover How Chiropractic Care Can Help Relieve Chronic Pain
Chronic pain (pain persisting for three months or more) commonly affects the lower back and neck but can manifest in joints and muscles all over the body and is typically associated with inflammation, stiffness, and limited mobility.
In order for chiropractic care to be as effective as possible, it’s essential to get to the root cause of your pain. So, when Maggie first came to our clinic, we began with a detailed evaluation to understand her history and learn about her existing condition.
She shared that her pain started more than six months ago after a car accident that left her diagnosed with whiplash (a neck injury due to forceful and fast back-and-forth movement of the neck). Instead of decreasing over time, the pain had spread to her shoulders, and she suffered from debilitating headaches several times a week.
With this information, we performed a hands-on examination and movement screen to understand her limitations and confirm there were no other injuries. Then, we devised a personalized, holistic chiropractic treatment plan using proven solutions.
- Pain Relief: Manual therapy techniques to alleviate discomfort.
- Spinal Adjustments: A cornerstone of chiropractic care characterized by controlled thrusts to the spine that improve mobility and restore alignment.
- Manual Techniques: Gentle and controlled hands-on therapy that reduces inflammation and improves circulation.
- Postural Improvements: Periodic and consistent changes in posture and regular breaks from standing, sitting, or lying in one place to reduce overuse and strain.
- Targeted Exercises: Strengthen muscles and improve mobility with prescribed movements to restore function and help alleviate your pain.
While Maggie’s pain was the result of a prior injury, chronic pain can also be caused by a variety of medical conditions, like:
- Fibromyalgia: Characterized by numbness, stiffness, tingling, and pain in the neck, shoulders, back, hips, arms, and legs.
- Arthritis: Inflammation of the joints.
- Neuropathy: Disease resulting in weakness, numbness, and pain in the hands and feet.
- Sciatica: Pain caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve, resulting in pain and discomfort in the leg and lower body.
Additionally, lifestyle factors can contribute to chronic pain, such as:
- Age (over 65)
- Gender (females are more likely to experience chronic pain than men)
- Low levels of physical activity
- Smoking
- Alcohol abuse
- Poor nutrition
Within a few weeks of starting treatment with us, Maggie reported a noticeable decrease in her level of chronic pain and a reduction in the number of times a week she experienced headaches.
Chiropractic Care For Chronic Pain With Jennifer Scherbauer DC ND LLC
When you seek treatment with us, we treat your whole being. Our holistic approach to chiropractic care starts by keeping your spine in alignment so you can heal and recover, but it doesn’t stop there. We have the tools to help you manage stress, learn proper nutrition, and lead you toward a higher quality of life with personalized care.
Don’t wait any longer to experience relief from your chronic pain. Call us to schedule your appointment today.