The Benefits of Chiropractic

Most people are aware that chiropractic can help reduce back pain. However, there are some benefits of seeing your Noblesville chiropractor consistently that are less well-known. These perks may just make your life better and healthier.

Advantages of chiropractic include:

1. It helps bring about natural recovery. Whereas most other treatment options involve medications, surgical procedures, or injections; chiropractic supports your body in healing itself naturally.
2. It reduces children’s otitis media. Many of youngsters experience repeated ear infections, and are often prescribed antibiotics. Some children experience a decrease in ear infections after receiving consistent chiropractic care.
3. It can boost your immunity. Studies show that chiropractic adjustments may lead to a down regulating of pro-inflammatory cytokines and an boost in antibodies involved in the immune response. Furthermore, chiropractic can boost the production of leukocytes that support the white blood cells in fending off disease.
4. It can ease digestive issues. If you have a hard time with your digestive tract, regular chiropractic visits can often lessen symptoms.
5. You sleep better. When you are not encumbered by spinal pain, your standard of sleep gets better, assisting you to feel more energized and focused.
6. It can lower your blood pressure. When your spine is out of place, body functions -- like your blood pressure -- are not properly maintained, elevating your risk of these types of health issues.
7. It can improve your balance. The more durable and healthy the spine is, the easier it is to balance, potentially preventing a accident due to instability like a slip and fall.

Enjoy these advantages and more when you visit Dr. Dahlager in Noblesville, Westfield, Cicero, Lapel, Fishers and Carmel, IN. Call and schedule your next appointment right 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.