Chiropractic adjustments are excellent for helping to alleviate back and neck pain. But that is far from the only benefit of getting your spine adjusted regularly. How else will you benefit from that once-a-month visit to the chiropractor? Take a look:
Greater mobility.
When your back and neck are stiff, all of your movement is affected. You may struggle to bend down and touch your toes. When you walk, you may put more strain on one side of your body than the other. This can all add up and cause you to be less active than you'd like to be since you start to associate activity with discomfort. When you have your spine adjusted, a lot of that discomfort goes away, and you'll be able to be active more easily. This has all sorts of benefits for your overall health, from better weight management to a reduced risk of heart disease.
Better sleep.
If you have trouble sleeping at night, it could be because you're struggling with back and neck pain. A spinal adjustment can make it easier to lie flat or in another comfortable position, so you can drift off faster and stay asleep through the night. You'll wake up feeling rested and rejuvenated, which will make it easier to excel at work and in your other endeavors.
Reduced stress.
Life can be really stressful when you're dealing with constant back pain. A lack of sleep can make stress seem worse, too. By having regular chiropractic adjustments and enjoying less pain and better sleep, you can also benefit from reduced stress levels. The so-called "little things" are less likely to bother you, and you may find that your moods are more stable throughout the day.
Fewer headaches.
Many headaches are actually caused by misalignments in the neck. The misaligned spine pulls on the muscles in your neck and makes them tight. They then put pressure on certain nerves and cause headaches. A chiropractic adjustment can re-align the vertebrae in your neck, thereby reducing muscle tension and getting rid of your headaches. You may find yourself having to reach for the ibuprofen far less often as a result.
While having your spine adjusted regularly will help with back and neck pain, that is not all it will do. If you start having chiropractic adjustments more often, you can look forward to fewer headaches, better sleep, less stress, and an easier time remaining active. Contact a chiropractic care provider to learn more.
