San Jose back pain is a common malady
that can result in lost work days, decreased
productivity, and failed opportunities for physical activity. This type
of pain is manytimes the result of an underlying musculoskeletal
disorder and can range in severity from mild to debilitating. While
there isn’t a singular solution for everyone, Chiropractic Solutions is eager to share new
research that has exposed some hopeful evidence
about the role of B vitamins—namely thiamine (B1),
pyridoxine (B6), and cobalamin (B12)—in decreasing back pain and
other musculoskeletal conditions.
BACK PAIN AND B VITAMINS
As any San Jose musculoskeletal pain sufferer realizes,
conditions like low back, neck pain, radicular arm pain, sciatic leg pain, etc.
affect work and daily functioning. Such musculoskeletal pain typically
is a “mixed” type pain as detailed in a new study about how neuropathic and nociceptive
issues are involved. A B vitamin complex of thiamine, pyridoxine, and
cyanocobalamin (though Chiropractic Solutions would suggest methylcobalamine)
was therapeutic in calming mixed pain via antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory,
neuroprotective, antiallodynic,
anti-hyperalgesic, and neuromodulatory effects on the general pain
system. (1,2) Chiropractic Solutions found this to be simple yet
striking research.
HOW B VITAMINS HELP WITH PAIN RELIEF
The three key B vitamins—thiamine, pyridoxine, and cobalamin—are
necessary for nerve conduction and muscle contraction. When
levels are low, it can lead to increased
inflammation that is a factor in back pain and other
musculoskeletal issues. Studies have documented that supplementing
with these important vitamins can help reduce pain by boosting
nerve conduction speed and muscle contraction strength.
Chiropractic Solutions also reminds our San Jose back
pain patients that, in addition to supplementing with these vitamins, research suggests
that lifestyle changes such as exercising more
or working on better posture may also help reduce
back pain due to their beneficial effect
on overall health. Another potential benefit B
vitamin supplements is that they may improve the quality of
sleep which can lead to better recovery from
exercise or injury related stress.
Finally, B vitamins have been associated with
better mental health which could help decrease
the likelihood of depression or anxiety which could further aggravate
existing back or joint pain symptoms. Back pain can surely
be frustrating. It can get a San Jose back pain sufferer down! It's
important to note that these benefits are not assured;
however, research does suggest that taking a B vitamin supplement could be
beneficial for those struggling with chronic
back or joint pain.
CONTACT Chiropractic Solutions
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Kelly Brinkman on The Back Doctors Podcast with
Dr. Michael Johnson as she describes The Cox® Technic
System of Spinal Pain Management incorporation to guide a chronic
back pain sufferer toward relief.
If you are suffering from chronic back or joint
pain, it is important to speak with your San Jose
chiropractor before beginning any sort of
supplementation regimen involving thiamine (B1), pyridoxine (B6), cobalamin
(B12). Supplementation should be used as part of an overall treatment plan. The
good news is there are options available if you’re seeking relief from your musculoskeletal
discomfort. Schedule your San Jose chiropractic appointment
soon to begin your journey to pain relief.