7 Benefits of Chiropractic Care

The majority of people are aware that a chiropractor can help ease back pain. However, there are some perks of seeing your Fleming Island, FL chiropractor on a regular basis that are less well-known. These benefits may just improve your life and overall well-being.

Benefits of chiropractic entail:

1. It stimulates natural healing. While most other therapies include drugs, surgery, or injections; chiropractic encourages your body in treating itself naturally.
2. It reduces children’s otitis media. A large number of youngsters experience regular ear infections, and are often prescribed antibiotic drugs. Some kids have a reduction in ear infections after receiving consistent chiropractic adjustments.
3. It can boost your immunity. Studies indicate that chiropractic adjustments may trigger a down regulating of pro-inflammatory cytokines and an increase in antibodies involved in the immune response. Additionally, chiropractic can increase the production of leukocytes that assist the white blood cells in fending off disease.
4. It can minimize digestive problems. If you have a difficult time with your digestive tract, routine chiropractic visits can often ease symptoms.
5. You sleep better. When you are not sidelined with neck or back pain, your standard of sleep improves, enabling you to feel more energized and focused.
6. It can reduce your blood pressure. If your spine is misaligned, body functions -- like your blood pressure -- won't be maintained properly, increasing your risk of these types of health issues.
7. It can enhance your balance. The more durable and healthy your spine is, the less difficult it is to balance, potentially preventing a personal injury due to a lack of stability like a slip and fall.

Enjoy these results and more when you visit Dr. Jon Paul Fritz in Fleming Island, FL. Call and make your next appointment now!

Studies

Alcantra, J and Mayer DM. The successful chiropractic care of pediatric patients with chronic constipation: A case series and selective review of the literature. Clinical Chiropractor 2008. 11 (3) 138-47.

Bakris G, Dickholtz M, Meyer PM, Kravitz G, et al. Atlas vertebra realignment and achievement of arterial pressure goal in hypertensive patients: a pilot study. Journal of Human Hypertension 2007;21:347-352.

Knutson G.A. Significant changes in systolic blood pressure post vectored upper cervical adjustment vs resting control groups: a possible effect of the cervicosympathetic and/or pressor reflex. Journal of  Manipulative and Physiological Therapy 2001;24(2):101–109.

McMasters KL, et al. Blood pressure changes in African American patients receiving chiropractic care in a teaching clinic: a preliminary study. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine 2013; 12(2): 55-59.

Pohlman KA, Holton-Brown MS. Otitis media and spinal manipulative therapy: a literature review. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine 2012;11(3):160-9.