How Spinal Adjustments Can Boost Breathing and Aid in COPD Management

Did you know that your spine is closely linked with your nervous system? Tiny neurons are woven throughout the muscles, ligaments, discs, and joints of each spinal segment. This intricate connection ensures that your spine and brain communicate smoothly, which is crucial because your central nervous system orchestrates all the automatic functions of your body—from your heartbeat to your breathing.

Now, here's something fascinating: if your spine is out of alignment, it can mess with this communication. These misalignments, known as subluxations, can change how vertebrae move and potentially interfere with your nervous system, impacting everything your body does automatically.

Chiropractors are the go-to professionals for dealing with these subluxations. They’re all about finding and fixing these issues so your body can heal and function at its best, no matter your age or what's bothering you. It's not just about easing pain; many people find that after a chiropractic adjustment, they sleep better, feel more energized, and even breathe easier.

In 2016, researchers decided to dive deeper into this and studied how spinal adjustments affect the autonomic function, particularly in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD. They found that regular chiropractic care, coupled with exercise, significantly improved lung function and exercise capacity in COPD patients.

This has led many to seek non-drug, non-surgical options for improving health. Chiropractic care taps into the body’s inherent ability to heal itself. Not just neighborhood families, but world-class athletes too, rely on chiropractic adjustments to boost their energy, strengthen immunity, and enhance performance. Even professional sports teams have chiropractors on hand, but it’s not just the athletes; families everywhere trust chiropractic care for their health needs.

Maintaining a healthy autonomic nervous system can lead to improved breathing, better sleep, enhanced digestion, and more energy. With a spine free from subluxations, your body is better equipped to handle not just COPD, but a range of health issues, all without drugs or surgery. Chiropractic care unlocks this potential, offering millions a chance to live a healthier, more active life without pain. It’s a proactive approach to health that more and more people are choosing every day.

Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine February 1, 2016
"The Use of Spinal Manipulative Therapy in the Management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Systematic Review." Jaxson Wearing, Sheridan Beaumont, Danielle Forbes, Benjamin Brown and Roger Engel