Key Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Seniors

by Karlynn L. Benson, D.C.    

Chiropractic care has many benefits for senior citizens. Natural healing benefits older bones without the worry of interactions with medicines.

Many older adults feel that aches and pains are just a part of senior living. But, some relief from those pains can be achieved with help from chiropractic care.

Balance

When your spine or other joints are out not aligned, your balance will be off. As we know, balance is key to avoiding falls.  I find, patients often comment on their regained balance after an adjustment.

According to an NIH article, “Pain-related musculoskeletal disability may influence balance, gait and the ability to accomplish daily activities, and therefore may contribute to fall risk.”

Increased Range of Motion

The key to staying active include keeping and increasing the range of motion. This may include being able to do more gardening or just pick up something from the floor. Range of motion may increase immediately or gradually after chiropractic treatments. This key benefit is why many athletes seek chiropractic care.

Decreased Joint Degeneration

If your joints aren’t aligned, they are just like that squeaky wheel, and you will find wear and tear.. So, keep all the parts aligned, and you will keep your joints moving more easily.

For a look at other benefits, check out this article from Patch.

I am often asked if chiropractic care is safe for seniors. And the answer is, “Yes!.”

The benefits of chiropractic are are pronounced for the many elderly patients we see. The key for me is treating each and every patient like they were my own mother. Care and patience are key.

Getting older is just part of life. Let chiropractic care help you do it naturally and with grace.