With back pain incidence bothering
around 4 out of 10 people with 1 in 10 of those
going on to have chronic pain, it’s important to consider causes of San Jose back pain. (1) One side
that Chiropractic Solutions does not overlook is stress, emotional and cognitive aspects.
We look at the whole ‘you’! That's our type of chiropractic care.
STRESS AND ITS PHYSICAL TOLL ON THE BODY
Mental stress does not only impact
your mind; it manifests in the body, too. When you
are stressed, your muscles naturally stiffen as part
of the fight-or-flight response. If stress grows chronic, this prolonged
muscle tension can lead to discomfort and, in due course,
persistent pain. Studies support this. Research published by
Brenner-Fliesser et al. (2) found a prominent correlation between
work-related stress and increased incidence of low back pain among
office workers, especially those in sedentary jobs.
Too many demands of work and social tensions were recognized
as significant contributors to both the severity and duration of
pain. Repeated or prolonged stress elicits
a cascade of physical effects including muscle
imbalance, spinal misalignment, inflammation. The message is evident:
treating San Jose back pain requires addressing not only the physical symptoms but also the underlying
stressors.
B VITAMINS AND STRESS MANAGEMENT
A lesser-known tool in fighting
stress is making sure there is an adequate intake of B vitamins.
These water-soluble vitamins play a vital role in keeping
a healthy nervous system and brain function, which is directly tied
to stress regulation. Transthyretin, a protein associated with
vitamin B12, has been shown to "orchestrate stress resilience,"
according to a study by Stein et al. (3). This suggests
that proper vitamin B levels can significantly improve how your
body deals with stress. Key B vitamins for stress management
are Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) which enhances mood by transforming
carbs into energy, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) which props up serotonin
(the “feel good” hormone) production, and Vitamin B12 which is needed
for nerve health and red blood cell production really necessary
when stressed. By controlling stress, B vitamins indirectly reduce
stress-related muscle tension and its poor effects
on the spine. Supplementing with B vitamins may also enhance energy
levels, making it simpler to stay active, which is critical
for San Jose back pain relief.
HOW CHIROPRACTIC CARE PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE RELIEF: START
NOW!
Chiropractic care at Chiropractic Solutions doesn’t
just treat the symptom of back pain; it gets to the
root. Chiropractors adopt a holistic approach to address both spinal health and
contributing factors like stress by utilizing gentle spinal manipulation
like Cox® Technic, stress reduction and lifestyle advice (like office set up
and office chair choice), and nutritional suggestion for diet and
supplementation. When it comes to working on stress-related back
pain, a multi-faceted path is a good option.
By addressing your mind, body, and nutrition simultaneously,
you allow yourself the best opportunity to find sustainable relief. Incorporate B vitamins, do some
stress-reducing things like yoga and
breathing, and (first!) talk with your chiropractor at Chiropractic Solutions!
CONTACT Chiropractic Solutions
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Lee Hazen, on The
Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he
describes how the “whole person” approach to back pain relief
and incorporation of The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain
Management can be of benefit.
Now is the time to take charge of your back
pain and associated stress and boost your quality
of life. Make your San Jose chiropractic appointment
now.