Infinite Wellness: Regular Chiropractic Care for Stress Management

Dr. Ryan
June 26, 2023

Life is full of stress. Whether it’s the traffic on a morning commute or the increasing cost of living, there is no shortage of things that can activate a body’s fight-or-flight mode. When these events occur, they cause the body to release hormones through the adrenal glands. Cortisol is one of the main hormones used to help a person cope with any given stressor.

When the body focuses on producing these hormones, it takes energy away from the body’s daily maintenance. As a result, ordinary bodily functions like digestion may be impacted, and a person could start to suffer from poor health. Keep reading to learn more about how stress impacts the body and ways that chiropractic care can help.

How Chronic Stress Impacts Overall Health

Whether a person deals with constant low-grade stress or several high-stress situations, their body and mind start to suffer. In fact, there are many ways in which stress can impact their health. Most people report the following symptoms:

Exhaustion and Fatigue

Headaches and Migraines

Constipation, Diarrhea, Nausea, and Other Digestive Issues

Tense Muscles, Aches, and Pains

Insomnia and Sleep Disruptions

Weakened Immune System

Little to No Libido

That’s not all!

Many people suffer from secondary health problems. For example, stress can cause people to overeat for comfort. It also discourages exercise, especially if a person is struggling with fatigue or tense muscles.

Someone with chronic stress may also notice that they have mental health problems. Constant exposure to stressors can lead to poor decision-making, irritability, and a decrease in overall happiness.

Stressors That Cause a Misalignment of the Spine

In addition to all of those mental and physical problems, stress can also have a significant impact on a person’s spine. It can eventually lead to abnormalities if it is overlooked. This might sound dramatic, but think about how a person’s posture changes when they are constantly stressed. Most people will hold their bodies differently. They will also have more tense muscles and changed breathing. All of which can shift the alignment of their vertebrae.

Studies also show that chronic stress can impact the quality of the spine as well as its volume and size. It’s believed that persistent tension can also lead to issues with the nervous system, which is when patients start to suffer from slow healing and impaired immune response.

The worst part about dealing with these spinal issues is that they only contribute further to stress. If a person is struggling with chronic spine pain, they will also have issues with other bodily functions. Therefore, they will only become more stressed as they suffer.

How Chiropractic Care Can Reduce Stress

Fortunately, people struggling with chronic stress and spinal problems don’t have to succumb to the vicious cycle. Regular chiropractic care can help treat these problems and prevent them from returning.

In fact, many doctors agree that having a properly aligned spine is one of the first steps a person can take to reduce stress in their life. Improved spinal alignment can improve the nervous system and help it with communication and efficiency so that the rest of the body functions properly.

Whether a person suffers from physical, chemical, or emotional stress, the impact on the body is the same. Therefore, chiropractic care can help to manage all types of stress and provide the following benefits.

Improve Response

Chiropractic care is effective in identifying the different interferences a person is struggling with, and they are able to reduce or remove them. Not only does this allow the body to respond and adapt to external factors, but it also helps the body to harness its own healing abilities for improved physical health.

Personalized Treatment for Problem Areas

When a patient works with a chiropractor, they can create an individualized approach to address their specific spinal problems through an alignment. The technique may vary depending on the problem areas. This personalized treatment plan can help each patient to manage their unique stress levels.

Incorporate Dietary and Lifestyle Changes

Chiropractors may also suggest different diets or lifestyle changes if they believe that that will contribute to their treatment. Some patients may be advised to avoid certain foods or practice relaxation techniques to help their bodies continue to heal.

Learn More About How Chiropractic Care Can Help Reduce Stress

Stop letting stress and chronic spinal issues stand in the way of you and your life. Contact Infinite Wellness Center today to learn more about how their chiropractic care solutions can help reduce stress. They are happy to provide more information over the phone. However, new patients can also call the office or fill out the online form to request an appointment.