10 Mar Non-Narcotic Pain Relief with Chiropractic Care
Chronic pain is debilitating. In can stop you in your tracks–mentally, physically and emotionally–greatly impacting the quality of your life. At Mile High Spine & Pain Center we take this seriously. Chiropractic physicians strive for whole body wellness to help your body function better and help heal itself. Did you know, the health and alignment of your spine affects the function of every part of your body? Chiropractors try to correct the body’s alignment to relieve pain and improve function. While much of chiropractic care involves spinal manipulation, chiropractic care also consists of a variety of other treatments, such as laser and ultrasound therapies, education on how to walk, sit, and stand correctly to distribute your weight and promote proper blood flow, physical exercises for strength-building and realignment, and nutritional consultation–just to name a few.
Understanding Chiropractic
In order to better understand how chiropractic medicine can benefit you and offer you non-narcotic pain relief, it is important to understand the theory behind chiropractic care. A driving philosophy behind chiropractic medicine is that when the body is properly aligned, and nerve channels are free to communicate properly to the body’s many interconnected systems, the body can heal itself without–in most cases–the need for surgery or medication. Spinal manipulation is particularly important for restoring mobility to joints that have been injured from a traumatic event, repetitive stress, or bad posture. Conditions commonly treated by chiropractors include back and neck pain, headaches, sports injuries and repetitive strains–all with non-narcotic pain relief methods. Patients also seek treatment of pain associated with other conditions, such as arthritis. Chiropractic medicine can offer pain relief for muscles, joints, bones, and connective tissue, such as cartilage, ligaments, and tendons.
Alternative Therapy vs. Conventional Options
The twenty-first century has brought us many fascinating revelations in the fields of science, health, and technology. The health sciences field has undergone many changes and it is no surprise that one of the results of this is that many people are choosing more natural, less drug-oriented therapies, sometimes as an alternative to conventional medicine, sometimes in a team approach along with it. As conventional medicine techniques become more invasive, and less customized and personal, informed people are choosing to proactively take responsibility for their own health. What we are learning as a society is that good health isn’t just a condition, but a lifestyle. Good health finds its roots in wellness care, not just illness treatment. Natural remedies work and are often found to be quite superior to prescription drugs for many health conditions.
Understanding Your Pain
Pain can stop us in our tracks. It can mentally and physically drain us. Pain can cause sleeplessness, depression and immobility. It can also impair how you heal. For the chiropractic physicians at Mile High Spine & Pain Center, eliminating your pain and finding the cause is our first priority. Don’t procrastinate making an appointment with a professional if you are in pain before it becomes too intense. The sooner you address the pain, the better. Narcotics that mask your symptoms are not your answer. We can offer you natural, non-narcotic pain relief and return you to your former self. When talking to your chiropractic physician, it is helpful if you understand the different types of pain and what you are experiencing. Pain falls into the following categories:
- Acute. This pain typically lasts up to three months then usually improves after 4-6 weeks of home treatment. Acute pain is usually associated with an acute injury or disorder like arthritis. The level of pain can range from a muscle ache to shooting or stabbing pain. Sometimes it limits your ability to move or stand up properly.
- Recurrent. Like the name hints, this type of pain repeats even after you have a time of relief.
- Chronic. Chronic pain lasts longer than three months. This type of pain often gets worse over time. Its cause can be difficult to identify.
If you are experiencing any of the categories of pain mentioned above, call a member of our Mile High Spine & Pain Center team for an appointment.
Diagnosing Your Pain
When you meet with one of our Mile High Spine & Pain Center chiropractic physicians we will conduct a physical exam as well as some tests to help diagnose your pain so we can tailor non-narcotic pain relief treatment that is customized for your current needs. Your treatment plan may include spinal manipulation, manual therapies, and therapeutic exercises.
Free Pain Management Consultation
Mile High Spine & Pain Center provides specialized treatment plans for non-narcotic pain relief to patients in the Westminster and Broomfield area, and can help you understand where your symptoms are coming from and what it will take to improve. Call (720) 507-0080 today to schedule your free consultation!