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Healthy News March 2025 Chiropractic Care and Opioid Reduction for Back and Neck Pain

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Back and neck pain remain prominent causes of chronic discomfort, resulting in significant dependency on opioids for relief. However, research demonstrates that chiropractic care may be an effective, drug-free alternative, minimizing the need for opioids while effectively managing pain.

Chiropractic treatments, such as spinal manipulation and manual decompression, target the root cause of pain by addressing musculoskeletal misalignments. According to a 2025 study by Trager et al., patients receiving chiropractic care for sciatica experienced fewer opioid-related adverse events, highlighting its role in reducing dependency on opioid medications. (1) Likewise, Kruse et al. (2023) found that patients with failed back surgery syndrome significantly reduced their opioid use after just three months of manual spinal decompression therapy. (2)

The benefits of chiropractic treatment go beyond back pain relief. By reducing reliance on opioids, patients avoid the risk of addiction and the unpleasant side effects often associated with these medications. Chiropractic care empowers patients to take control of their health safely and holistically, fostering long-term recovery and improved quality of life.

If you're wanting an effective way to address back or neck pain without opioids, chiropractic therapy is a research-documented alternative backed by science. Experience drug-free pain relief and regain control over your health today.

Explore chiropractic care options at Chiropractic Solutions and begin your journey toward pain relief without the risks of opioids.

Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Kim Lombardy on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson about how utilizing The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management is beneficial in easing patient use of opioids to manage their back pain.

San Jose chiropractic exercise for back pain relief 

TIP OF THE MONTH: Try Sit-To-Stand Combo Exercise to Help Your Spine!

Keep exercise simple! Pairing sit-to-stand exercises with blood flow restriction (BFR) could be a game-changer for those struggling with low back pain. A 2024 study by Lee KH and Chon SC shows that this powerful duo not only relieves pain but also enhances muscle growth for individuals with back instability. (3) Sit-to-stand exercises are simple yet effective for building strength and mobility, while BFR ramps up circulation and triggers muscle adaptation—all without overloading your spine. Together, they present a safe and effective approach for addressing low back pain, helping patients regain strength and stability in their daily activities.

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