How Stress, Back Pain, and Auburn Chiropractic Care Interact
With back pain occurrence bothering around 4 out of 10 people with 10% of those going on to have chronic pain, it is important to understand causes of Auburn back pain. (1) One side that Dr. Le's Chiropractic & Wellness, L.L.C. does not overlook is stress, emotional and cognitive aspects. We look at the whole ‘you’! That's our flavor 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 becomes chronic, this persistent 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 amidst office workers, particularly those in sedentary jobs. Excessive demands of work and social tensions were identified as significant contributors to both the severity and duration of pain. Repeated or sustained stress elicits a cascade of physical effects including muscle imbalance, spinal misalignment, inflammation. The message is clear: treating Auburn back pain necessitates attending to not only the physical symptoms but also the underlying stressors.
B VITAMINS AND STRESS MANAGEMENT
A lesser-known means in fighting stress is making sure there is an adequate intake of B vitamins. These water-soluble vitamins have a vital role in maintaining 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 research by Stein et al. (3). This indicates that proper vitamin B levels can significantly improve how your body deals with stress. Key B vitamins for stress containment are Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) which improves mood by transforming carbs into energy, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) which props up serotonin (the “feel good” hormone) production, and Vitamin B12 which is required for nerve health and red blood cell production really essential when stressed. By managing stress, B vitamins indirectly reduce stress-related muscle tension and its negative effects on the spine. Supplementing with B vitamins may also enhance energy levels, making it easier to stay active, which is critical for Auburn back pain relief.
HOW CHIROPRACTIC CARE PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE RELIEF: START NOW!
Chiropractic care at Dr. Le's Chiropractic & Wellness, L.L.C. does not just treat the symptom of back pain; it works to figure out 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 approach is your best bet. By addressing your mind, body, and nutrition all at the same time, you give yourself the best chance to find more lasting relief. Add B vitamins, do some stress-decreasing activities like yoga and breathing, and (first!) chat with your chiropractor at Dr. Le's Chiropractic & Wellness, L.L.C.!
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Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Lee Hazen, on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he illustrates 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 control of your back pain and associated stress and improve your quality of life. Schedule your Auburn chiropractic appointment now.
