Fort Wayne Back Pain and Musculoskeletal Conditions and B Vitamins

Fort Wayne back pain is a familiar malady that can cause lost work days, decreased productivity, and failed opportunities for physical activity. This kind of pain is manytimes the result of an underlying musculoskeletal disorder and can vary in severity from mild to debilitating. While there is no singular solution for everyone, Aaron Chiropractic Clinic is eager to present new research that has uncovered some hopeful evidence about the role of B vitamins—particularly thiamine (B1), pyridoxine (B6), and cobalamin (B12)—in decreasing back pain and other musculoskeletal conditions.

BACK PAIN AND B VITAMINS

As any Fort Wayne musculoskeletal pain sufferer knows, conditions like low back, neck pain, radicular arm pain, sciatic leg pain, etc. affect work and daily functioning. Such musculoskeletal pain typically is a “mixed” type pain as detailed in a new study about the involvement of neuropathic and nociceptive issues. A B vitamin complex of thiamine, pyridoxine, and cyanocobalamin (though Aaron Chiropractic Clinic would suggest methylcobalamine) was therapeutic in calming mixed pain via antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, antiallodynic, anti-hyperalgesic, and neuromodulatory effects on the overall pain system. (1,2) Aaron Chiropractic Clinic found this to be straightforward yet impressive research.

HOW B VITAMINS HELP WITH PAIN RELIEF

The three key B vitamins—thiamine, pyridoxine, and cobalamin—are essential for nerve conduction and muscle contraction. When levels are low, it can lead to heightened inflammation that is a factor in back pain and other musculoskeletal issues. Studies have shown that supplementing with these important vitamins can help decrease pain by increasing nerve conduction speed and muscle contraction strength.

Aaron Chiropractic Clinic also reminds our Fort Wayne back pain patients that, in addition to supplementing with these vitamins, research proposes that lifestyle changes like getting more exercise or improving posture may also help reduce back pain due to their positive effect on overall health. Another positive benefit B vitamin supplements is that they may improve sleep quality which can lead to improved recovery from exercise or injury related stress.

Finally, B vitamins have been linked to better mental health which could help reduce the likelihood of depression or anxiety which may further exacerbate current back or joint pain symptoms. Back pain can surely be frustrating. It can get a Fort Wayne back pain sufferer down! It's important to note that these benefits are not assured; however, research does suggest that taking a B vitamin supplement could benefit those who are dealing with chronic back or joint pain.

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Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Kelly Brinkman on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as she describes The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management incorporation to guide a chronic back pain sufferer toward relief.

If you’re suffering from chronic back or joint pain, it is important to talk with your Fort Wayne chiropractor before starting any sort of supplementation regimen involving thiamine (B1), pyridoxine (B6), cobalamin (B12). Supplementation should be used as part of an overall treatment plan. The good news is there are options available if you are seeking relief from your musculoskeletal discomfort. Make your Fort Wayne chiropractic appointment soon to start your journey to pain relief. 

 
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