Chiropractic brings a proven BALANCE to the body during times of STRESS
Stress is like that unwelcome guest who pops up unannounced at any time of the year. Whether it’s parents grappling with their kids’ growing pains, or the whole family feeling the strain during tough times, stress doesn’t discriminate. From planning a wedding to welcoming a new baby, or even celebrating a promotion—what's supposed to be happy times can also bring their fair share of worry.
Now, while many know chiropractic care as a go-to for back pain relief, it turns out it’s also pretty good at melting away stress. That’s right, those adjustments are doing more than just fixing your posture—they’re helping your brain chill out, too.
Chiropractors work their magic by tweaking your nervous system, which not only boosts calming chemicals in your brain but also dials down those pesky stress hormones. This means your body gets better at handling stress, making you feel more in sync and resilient. And as we keep learning just how stressed we all are these days—with stats like 49% of people dealing with anxiety, depression, or substance abuse—it’s clear that finding natural ways to relax is more crucial than ever.
Did you know that today’s teens are as anxious as psychiatric patients were in the 1950s? Or that sitting too much could be as harmful as smoking? Yep, our modern lifestyle isn’t doing us any favors, and things like “text neck” and “tech back” are real issues now, thanks to our addiction to screens.
Here’s where chiropractic care steps in. Think of each adjustment as hitting the reset button on your body’s stress levels. It’s like the control-alt-delete for your nervous system, helping clear out those stress hormones and boosting feelings of calm throughout your body. Research from 2014 even backs this up, showing chiropractic adjustments can seriously tweak your hormone levels for the better.
Want to get the most out of your chiropractic sessions? Here are five tips to keep you zen:
- Munch on avocados and other foods rich in good fats.
- Try grounding—just walk outside barefoot on grass, dirt, or sand.
- Keep moving—any exercise is good for you.
- Breathe deep—practice taking deep breaths a few times a day.
- Soak up some healthy sunlight.
Remember, stress accumulates over time and can really wear you down. Regular chiropractic adjustments not only help keep your spine in line but also slow down those stress-related aging processes.
Embracing chiropractic care as part of your long-term health plan is a smart move, helping you tackle the ups and downs of life with less stress weighing you down. So next time you’re feeling overwhelmed, remember, a visit to the chiropractor might just be the reset you need.
The Journal of Orhopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy April 2014
"Changes in biochemical markers of pain perception and stress response after spinal manipulation." G Plaza-Manzano, F Molina-Ortega, R Lomas-Vega, A Martinez-Amat, A Achlandabaso, F Hita-Contreras