Are you suffering from back pain or headaches? Does your wrist hurt from daily work on the computer? These things can seem common with the stresses placed on our bodies. Some consider surgery or find themselves resorting to pain medication. Surgery can cause even more strain on the body. Pain medication only masks the problem. Consider chiropractic care for a non-invasive, drug-free method of treatment. Here are 6 conditions that a chiropractor can treat.
6 Conditions a Chiropractor Can Treat
Neck Pain
Neck pain can stem from any number of factors. A chiropractor will address the source of the issue and safely manipulate the neck accordingly. Even one chiropractic adjustment can provide relief, while multiple sessions allow your body to fully heal the area inflicting the pain.
Back Pain
Back pain is the number one reason people seek a chiropractor’s help. Any trauma (however minor), moving wrong at the gym, sitting incorrectly at work, all of these things can contribute to back pain. Even the daily wear-and-tear can cause issues with our backs. These can lead to a condition known as subluxation. Subluxation is a functional or structural change in a joint, which can undermine general health by interfering with nerve transmission and disturb other organ systems. A chiropractor will manipulate the spine over a series of adjustments to successfully treat the problem.
Headaches
Headaches are a common complaint. Whether dealing with tension headaches or migraines, chiropractic care can help alleviate recurring pain. Studies have shown chiropractic care to be as effective and even more effective than medications in reducing the frequency and severity of headaches. This is possible because spinal manipulation combats the root cause of the headache, such as bad posture or areas of tension within the body.
Whiplash
Though most commonly the result of an auto accident, whiplash occurs when anything impacts the neck by causing a rapid back and forth motion. You should seek professional help from a chiropractor to address the long-term issues that could follow if left untreated.
Disc Herniation
A disc herniation refers to a disc that is no longer in its normal condition or position because the soft tissue has pushed through a weakening in the disc. Terms such as protruding disc or slipped disc also apply. A disc herniation may cause pain by pinching the spinal cord or spinal nerves. A herniated disc can be treated through Spinal Decompression Therapy and chiropractic adjustments. Both treatment options safely reduce stress on the disc, allowing the damaged or displaced disc a chance to heal.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that causes tingling, numbness, or weakness in your hand. A result of nerve compression, one may also feel pain in the wrist area. The affected nerve (the median nerve) runs from your fingertips all the way to the spinal cord. A chiropractor can help treat carpal tunnel syndrome by adjusting the neck and wrist areas, reducing unwanted pressure on the median nerve.
These six conditions are just some of the conditions treatable through chiropractic care. At Lake Mary Chiropractic Center, we believe in a drug-free, non-surgical method to healing. Our conditions tab shows a more in-depth look at how chiropractic techniques can help each of these issues. We are conveniently located in the Central Florida area, serving Sanford, Lake Mary, Longwood, and Metro Orlando. Call our office (407-302-5161) to schedule an appointment to see how we can help treat your symptoms.
