October is National Chiropractic Month, and this year’s theme is “Chiropractic: On the Frontline for Pain.” This year, we highlight chiropractic care and non-drug approaches for musculoskeletal pain. The opioid epidemic continues to affect millions of Americans every day. Because of this, many people are looking for options for chronic pain relief and recovery that do not depend on opioids.
Chiropractic is a great option to consider because of its holistic approach to reducing and eliminating chronic pain. At Walker Chiropractic, we prioritize our patients’ overall well-being and offer several treatments to combat chronic pain.
Whether you struggle with lower back or neck pain or arthritic hips and knees, we know chronic pain can interfere with your quality of life. Prescription opioids help prevent pain by blocking pain messages to nerve cells, this method can be detrimental in the long run and is highly addictive. Because of this, the American College of Physicians recommends exploring non-invasive treatments for chronic pain first. Studies have found that patients who sought chiropractic care for musculoskeletal pain were almost 50 percent less likely to receive opioid medication than patients who did not.
Chiropractic is a hands-on treatment that works to improve the body’s function by correcting misalignments in the spine and joints. As a holistic, patient-centered approach to wellness, chiropractic also includes muscle massages and exercise instruction. People who receive regular chiropractic adjustments have reported good results in treating pain, allergies, insomnia, digestive issues and more. When your body functions better, you feel better!
Chronic pain is more than an inconvenience; it can reduce your quality of life. As the opioid epidemic persists, you may be considering alternative forms of treatment. Visit Dr. Walker and his experienced staff today for help determining which treatment options are best for you.
