How Stress, Back Pain, and Fort Wayne Chiropractic Care Interact
With back pain incidence affecting around 4 out of 10 people with 1 in 10 of those going on to have chronic pain, it’s important to look at causes of Fort Wayne back pain. (1) One side that Aaron Chiropractic Clinic does not overlook is stress, emotional and cognitive factors. We look at the whole ‘you’! That's our flavor of chiropractic care.
STRESS AND ITS PHYSICAL TOLL ON THE BODY
Mental stress does not just affect your mind; it comes out in the body as well. When you’re stressed, your muscles naturally stiffen as part of the fight-or-flight response. If stress grows chronic, this prolonged muscle tension can lead to discomfort and, eventually, persistent pain. Studies back this up. Research published by Brenner-Fliesser et al. (2) found a prominent correlation between work-related stress and higher incidence of low back pain amidst office workers, especially those in sedentary jobs. Excessive demands of work and social tensions were recognized as significant contributors to both the severity and duration of pain. Repeated or prolonged stress triggers a cascade of physical effects consisting of muscle imbalance, spinal misalignment, inflammation. The message is evident: treating Fort Wayne back pain necessitates attending to not only the physical symptoms but also the underlying stressors.
B VITAMINS AND STRESS MANAGEMENT
A lesser-known means in fighting stress is making sure there is an adequate intake of B vitamins. These water-soluble vitamins have a vital role in supporting a healthy nervous system and brain function, which is directly linked to stress regulation. Transthyretin, a protein related to vitamin B12, has been shown to "orchestrate stress resilience," according to research by Stein et al. (3). This suggests that proper vitamin B levels can significantly improve how your body deals with stress. Key B vitamins for stress management are Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) which improves mood by changing carbs into energy, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) which supports serotonin (the “feel good” hormone) production, and Vitamin B12 which is needed for nerve health and red blood cell production really essential when stressed. By controlling stress, B vitamins indirectly decrease stress-related muscle tension and its negative effects on the spine. Supplementing with B vitamins may also enhance energy levels, making it simpler to stay active, which is crucial for Fort Wayne back pain relief.
HOW CHIROPRACTIC CARE PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE RELIEF: START NOW!
Chiropractic care at Aaron Chiropractic Clinic does not just treat the symptom of back pain; it works to figure out the root. Chiropractors adopt a holistic approach to address both spinal health and contributing factors like stress by using gentle spinal manipulation like Cox® Technic, stress reduction and lifestyle advice (like office set up and office chair choice), and nutritional ideas for diet and supplementation. When it comes to tackling stress-related back pain, a multi-faceted path is your best bet. By addressing your mind, body, and nutrition all at the same time, you allow yourself the best opportunity to find sustainable relief. Incorporate B vitamins, do some stress-decreasing activities like yoga and breathing, and (first!) chat with your chiropractor at Aaron Chiropractic Clinic!
CONTACT Aaron Chiropractic Clinic
Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Lee Hazen, on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he illustrates how the “whole person” approach to back pain relief and incorporation of The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management can help.
Now is the time to take charge of your back pain and related stress and improve your quality of life. Schedule your Fort Wayne chiropractic appointment now.
