With back pain occurrence affecting
around 40% of people with 10% of those
experiencing chronic pain, it’s important to understand causes of Carrolltown back pain. (1) One side
that Gormish Chiropractic & Rehabilitation does not overlook is stress, emotional and cognitive aspects.
We examine the whole ‘you’! That's our flavor of chiropractic care.
STRESS AND ITS PHYSICAL TOLL ON THE BODY
Mental stress doesn’t just impact
your mind; it manifests in the body, too. When you
are stressed, your muscles naturally stiffen as part
of the fight-or-flight response. If stress becomes chronic, this persistent
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 increased incidence of low back pain among
office workers, particularly those in sedentary roles.
Excessive demands of work and social tensions were identified
as significant contributors to both the severity and duration of
pain. Repeated or sustained stress triggers
a cascade of physical effects including muscle
imbalance, spinal misalignment, inflammation. The message is evident:
treating Carrolltown back pain requires addressing not only the physical symptoms but also the underlying
stressors.
B VITAMINS AND STRESS MANAGEMENT
A lesser-known means in combating
stress is ensuring an adequate intake of B vitamins.
These water-soluble vitamins play a vital role in supporting
a healthy nervous system and brain function, which is directly tied
to stress regulation. Transthyretin, a protein associated with
vitamin B12, has been shown to "orchestrate stress resilience,"
according to a study by Stein et al. (3). This indicates
that proper vitamin B levels can significantly improve how your
body copes with stress. Key B vitamins for stress management
are Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) which improves mood by changing
carbs into energy, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) which props up serotonin
(the “feel good” hormone) production, and Vitamin B12 which is required
for nerve health and red blood cell production really necessary
when stressed. By controlling stress, B vitamins indirectly reduce
stress-related muscle tension and its poor effects
on the spine. Supplementing with B vitamins may also enhance energy
levels, making it easier to stay active, which is crucial
for Carrolltown back pain relief.
HOW CHIROPRACTIC CARE PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE RELIEF: START
NOW!
Chiropractic care at Gormish Chiropractic & Rehabilitation does not
just treat the symptom of back pain; it gets to the
root. Chiropractors adopt a holistic approach to address both spinal health and
contributing factors like stress by utilizing 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 working on stress-related back
pain, a multi-faceted path is a good option.
By addressing your mind, body, and nutrition all at the same time,
you allow yourself the best opportunity to find sustainable relief. Add B vitamins, do some
stress-decreasing activities like yoga and
breathing, and (first!) talk with your chiropractor at Gormish Chiropractic & Rehabilitation!
CONTACT Gormish Chiropractic & Rehabilitation
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. Make your Carrolltown chiropractic appointment
soon.