Options before Opioids-Chiropractic Manipulation

This week’s alternative pain relief strategy is chiropractic manipulation!

What is it?

• Practitioners use their hands or a device to apply a controlled thrusted pressure to a joint
• Adjusts and realigns spine or other parts of the body
• Controlled sudden force, that may produce a popping or cracking sound
• Aims to reduce pain and improve mechanical function

What does it help with?

• Sciatica
• Low-back pain
• Neck pain
• Headache

What other treatments might be used?

• Heat and ice
• Electrical stimulation
• Relaxation techniques
• Exercises
• Counseling for lifestyle factors
• Dietary supplements

Ask your doctor is a chiropractic adjustment could work for you and your chronic pain, as an alternative pain relief option. Stay safe, and be well!

Sources:

https://www.verywellhealth.com/is-chiropractic-adjustment-safe-4588279

https://www.spine-health.com/treatment/chiropractic/chiropractic-adjustment

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/308917#chiropractic-adjustment-appointment