Williamson Back Pain Relief with Exercise & Chiropractic
As any sufferer of Williamson back pain knows, finding relief can be a challenge. Many have tried multiple treatments and healthcare providers. But did you know that exercise could be just the right addition to your attempts at getting back pain relief? According to the CHAMPS Study-DK, links between cardiovascular disease risk factors and spinal pain may be moderated by sex and health-related physical activity. (1) In other words, exercise can help decrease back pain. Apple Country Chiropractic shares some information about how this works.
HOW EXERCISE HELPS WITH Williamson BACK PAIN RELIEF
Exercise has demonstrated itself beneficial for those who suffer with chronic back pain in several ways. First, it strengthens the muscles in your core and lower back which support your spine and lessen strain on it. Strengthening these muscles can help ease some of the pressure exerted on your spine and lower the amount of back pain you feel due to bad posture or poor habits like slouching. Further, exercise helps increase flexibility in your joints; it enhances blood circulation which helps promote healing; and it releases endorphins which are natural pain killers that help decrease inflammation associated with chronic back pain. (2,3) Apple Country Chiropractic combines Cox® Technic spinal manipulation that reduces intradiscal pressures (Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. William Hoffman on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he describes the Cox® Technic and its research showing drops in intradiscal pressure.) with exercises that are shown to reduce pain for optimal patient outcomes.
STARTING EXERCISE
It is valuable to be aware that when starting an exercise program for Williamson back pain relief, you should start gently and gradually increase intensity over time as your body adjusts. It is also valuable to select low-impact exercises such as walking or swimming rather than high impact exercises like running or jumping as these can place additional strain on your spine and aggravate rather than improve. Having said that, moderate aerobic exercise mixing strengthening and stretching exercises has been proven effective in decreasing lower back pain for many people suffering from chronic conditions like back pain. Williamson back pain patients have a great exercise coach at Apple Country Chiropractic as researchers explain that chiropractors actively promote (and participate in their own) physical activity by offering exercise information, asking patients about their physical activity level, and counseling back pain patients about suitable exercises for their specific conditions. (4)
CONTACT Apple Country Chiropractic
Exercise is a valuable way to manage chronic lower back pain. If performed correctly, it could be just what you need to boost your opportunity for long term relief from lower back pain! Schedule your Williamson chiropractic appointment to start your chiropractic pain relieving treatment plan of spinal manipulation and mobilization with exercise.
