4 Common Aches and Pains that May Be a Sign you need a Chiropractic Adjustment

Injuries, aches, and pains are a reality of life, but suffering long-lasting discomfort doesn’t have to be part of your life. Being able to identify different types of pain can be helpful in order to know what steps you should take to recover. Prioritizing an efficient recovery plan means you can get back to your routine faster. Here are 4 common aches and pains that may be a sign you need a chiropractic adjustment.

Neck pain

Neck aches and soreness are among the most common types of pain you can experience after an injury. Traumatic accidents like a car crash can easily cause serious neck pain, but everyday movement, like sleeping with your neck in a weird position, can also cause you to experience pain. Whiplash is one of the most common types of neck pain. It happens when there’s a force that pushes your body forward abruptly, jolting you back and forth. There are varying degrees of whiplash and if it is not treated properly early on it can turn into a major problem.

Back pain

Back pain becomes particularly more common as you age. In the worst cases, it can last months and impact nerves in your spine. It’s often caused by a spinal cord injury and can spark a tingling or burning sensation in the back or a loss of muscle function. Over-the-counter relief medicine can help alleviate the pain. Other at-home tricks like using a hot or cold compress are also helpful. 

Other types of aches and pains

If you’re experiencing pain or discomfort you might have a sprain or a strain. The two are in fact different and can be treated differently. A sprain happens when you’ve overstretched or torn a ligament. Pain will get worse with activity, and you’ll notice stiffness, inflammation, and bruising. For a neck sprain, you can also experience headaches, a sore throat, or a sensation of numbness and tingling in your arms or hands, which causes them to feel weak. A strain is a bit different and causes damage to the muscle or tendon, instead of a ligament.

Getting relief and recovering

For all of these common aches and pains, consider chiropractic care. A chiropractor specializes in providing relief to someone experiencing a number of different types of injuries. Best of all, they can develop a recovery plan that fits your needs and caters to your specific pain. They are particularly versed in neck and back pain, but are capable of helping with any pain you may be experiencing. Their approach to healing is often more affordable and lower risk than other options and can be used after the pain goes away to help keep you in good health.

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