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Digestive problems can get in the way of our daily activities. Most of the time, they are even more annoying than headaches and muscle pain. And so in order to alleviate the symptoms, many people turn to over-the-counter medications. But there are natural alternatives that are equally effective.
Whether you’re suffering from diarrhea, constipation, chronic heartburn, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), or any other digestive problem, you can rely on chiropractic care to ease your discomfort.
Drugs may provide some relief, but not only do they cause side effects, but they also focus more on the symptoms rather than treating the underlying cause of digestive issues.
Digestive Diseases and Chronic Conditions
Approximately 60 to 70 million people in the US are affected by digestive diseases and chronic conditions, according to the National Institutes of Health. These conditions were responsible for 21.7 million hospital visits in 2010 alone. Gastrointestinal reflux disease, chronic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, and peptic ulcers are among the most common conditions. Many people also suffer from less serious conditions like cramps, acid reflux, indigestion, nausea, bloating, and gas.
Chiropractic care can help with digestive problems because it addresses muscle tension and nervous system irregularities in the abdominal region and the digestive tract. The reason it is effective is that many digestive problems occur when abdominal muscles remain contracted as a result of poor posture or emotional tension. This could easily lead to cramps or constipation.
Other times issues within the nervous system, particularly along the spine, can cause pain receptors near the abdomen and esophagus to activate. When these nerve synapses trigger irritation, stomach conditions like acid reflux can worsen.
Chiropractic Care: Spinal Adjustment
Chiropractic care uses spinal adjustment to seek out these abnormalities and set the spine in proper alignment. Chiropractors identify subluxations and remove them to improve the condition of the nervous system, as well as the musculoskeletal system. As a result, the sources of recurring digestive issues are relieved.
Subluxations can be minor or severe misalignments in the spine. They interfere with the nerves’ ability to properly control digestion. Chiropractors help by realigning the spine and dealing with these subluxations.
Because of the connection between the nervous system and the digestive system, treating one could benefit the other. For example, the nerves in the thoracic and lumbar regions of your spine control the pace at which the body digests food. If some of the nerves aren’t functioning properly, digestive problems can arise.
One advantage that chiropractic treatment has over medications is that it doesn’t have side effects. It is safe, gentle, and non-invasive. The chiropractor will correct subluxations in the spine through targeted movements. They will use their hands to gently guide the vertebrae back into their proper places. This takes the strain off of your nervous system, allowing it to function normally.
If you suffer from recurring digestive conditions and are tired of over-the-counter medications, maybe it’s time to give chiropractic treatment as shot. Consider this alternative treatment method and visit your nearby chiropractic clinic today.
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