CHIROPRACTIC
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), chiropractic is a health profession with more than 100 years of existence which specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of vertebral column disorders and its effects on the nervous system function and in overall health. It is a type of alternative natural medicine which focuses on mechanical dislocation of the musculoskeletal system and its correction improves and restores the function of the central nervous system and thus upturns overall health.
A chiropractic service is not a massage as many confuse it to be, but is rather a corrective adjustment made by manual therapy, especially of the vertebral column and other joints and soft tissues. Chiropractors treat patients with muscular and bone problems such as neck pain, low back pain, osteoarthritis, and column disks affections, among others ailments.
The intention is to allow the Nervous System to correctly work and allow the body to express its natural capacity of health. When the body adequately works, it has the capability to keep itself healthy, manage life tensions, and rapidly heal.
The intention is to allow the Nervous System to correctly work and allow the body to express its natural capacity of health. When the body adequately works, it has the capability to keep itself healthy, manage life tensions, and rapidly heal.
CAUSES OF BACK PAIN
Anyone can suffer from back pain, but there are several factors that can enhance the risk of pain such as:
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SMOKING
Smokers rarely carry and give enough nutrients to the back discs. “Smoker’s cough” can cause back pain. Smokers tend to take longer to recover from any ailments, so back pain may also take longer to disappear. 
HEREDITARY FACTORS
Some conditions such as ankylosing spondylitis, which is a type of arthritis that affects the spine, is believed to have a genetic component. 
WEIGH GAIN
A diet high in calories, sugars, and fats make weight gain easy. This excess weight causes stress to the spine and joints. Pain arises as the spine struggles to carry so much weight. 
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NATURAL AGING
Back pain is more common with age. Back pain can begin between the ages of 30 and 40 and can be more severe if the person does not have a healthy lifestyle. 
SOME DISEASES
Some types of arthritis and cancer can cause back pain. 
BAD POSTURE
The culprit of most back pain, it can be adopted when lifting, pushing, or pulling heavy things, sitting for long periods of time, slouching, looking at a cellphone with the neck tilted down, wearing heels, and much more. 
POOR PHYSICAL CONDITION
Not exercise regularly (sedentary) causes frequent back pain. 
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Chiropractic Benefits
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Stress Reduction and improvement of the nervous system function which helps to minimize the effects of stress and improve overall body function.
Corrects posture which improves breathing patterns. This helps to maintain the energy flowing through all the body. |
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Minimizes the risk of suffering upper and lower back pain, joint problems and fatigue. All together, these effects drastically improve mobility and life quality.
Gives more flexibility and mobility to the joints, thus allowing for physical activity. This reduces the possibility of having a sedentary lifestyle. |
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Promotes natural circulation. Any type of spine misalignment can contribute to the deterioration of the body so the chiropractic adjustments can reduce this risk and promote the process of natural healing.
Helps to relive some diseases such as high blood pressure, arthritis, cancer, depression, anxiety and migraines, and it also strengthens the immune system. |
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