Chiropractic Care Can Help Arthritis Sufferers—Here’s how

If you are an arthritis sufferer, you know the pain, stiffness, swelling and decrease of motion puts a damper on everyday living. The pain can even come while you are sitting still. 

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), over 54 million people have arthritis or 23% of all adults. The disease can cause a barrier to regular physical activity, and thus lead to inactivity that causes other diseases like cardiovascular disease and obesity. 

The good news is chiropractic care can help with arthritis. Here’s how you can feel better even if you suffer from the symptoms each day. 

Proven Effectiveness

Chiropractic care is a safe and effective way to relieve painful joints. Most people think about their neck and back, but chiropractors have techniques for all parts of the body. 

“The place where chiropractic really shines is in maximizing the function of an arthritic joint,” says Robert Hayden, PhD, DC, speaking to the Arthritis Foundation. 

With Osteoarthritis, the most common type of arthritis, chiropractic care addressed the cause, bone rubbing against bone causing pain and swelling, notes webmd.com. For those with rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis, chiropractic care helps your overall immune system work better, helping those with autoimmune conditions. 

In a study of patients with osteoarthritis of the hip, 94% of patients saw a relevant reduction in pain severity. 

What to Expect at Your Chiropractic Visit

Chiropractic care isn’t just for those in an auto accident. The benefits for those suffering from arthritis and other ailments is wide ranging. Plus, it is all natural without the use of drugs. 

On your first visit, the doctor will conduct a full evaluation, including looking at your range of motion, spine alignment, current therapies and medications, and more. Then  you will discuss a treatment plan to help you address your arthritic areas. 

Chiropractic care can help with these symptoms

• Pain reduction and relief

• Muscle tension release

• Increased range of motion

Next Step

If you are ready to explore help with your arthritis pain, make an appointment to see how chiropractic care can help. Book an appointment now, and look forward to less pain and increased range of motion. 

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