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How Stress, Back Pain, and San Jose Chiropractic Care Interact

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. 

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