Arthritis Pain? How can chiropractic help?

Cartilage wear causing pain? That’s just another way of asking you if arthritis is causing pain in your joints. The most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis, and it often causes swelling, pain, stiffness and a decreased range of motion.

If you answered yes to my first question, then your second question might be - How does chiropractic help arthritis?

Let’s discuss the different ways care at Skyline Chiropractic can help ease your pain.

Alternative Care Without the Pain Meds

The opioid crisis has most Burnsville residents keenly aware of the need to avoid prescription pain medications. Chiropractic care is the natural way to manage your arthritis without pain medications.

By focusing on the whole body, we aim to have your body heal itself by allowing a connected nervous system to work efficiently.

The Arthritis Foundation shares, “If you have back or neck pain due to osteoarthritis, chiropractic is one of the safest therapies you can use, explains Scott Haldeman, MD, a neurologist in Santa Ana, California and Chairman Emeritus of the Research Council for the World Federation of Chiropractic.”

A 2011 study sites involving a 70-year-old female patient showed an increased range of motion, improved balance and gait speed, and decreased disability after a 12-week course of chiropractic care.

Chiropractic Care for Arthritis Sufferers

Our first step is an overall evaluation, examination and consultation. We want to understand all  your health-related concerns, and then review potential treatment options. Treatment methods may include spinal manipulation, massage, physical therapy or an evaluation of your diet. Our goal is to slow down the cartilage degeneration and provide proper body alignment. You will find a well-functioning body feels better and has a better range of motion.

Want know if chiropractic care can help your arthritis pain? Schedule an appointment at Skyline Chiropractic, today.

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