Chiropractic Healthcare Month in Barrington IL

As declared by Governor Pritzker, October is Chiropractic Healthcare Month. At our practice, we proudly care for our Barrington community and surrounding areas on a daily basis. We encourage practice members to come in regularly for chiropractic adjustments and not just when they are in a state of pain. Maintenance care is ideal to keep symptoms at bay and for overall good health. Patients who have never been to a chiropractor have questions about what a chiropractor can do for them. In honor of Chiropractic Healthcare Month here are some reasons for why Barrington IL chiropractic care is essential for everyone!

Why You Should See Your Local Barrington IL Chiropractor

Many people are interested in finding alternatives to medication for pain relief. Chiropractic treatment is one potential pain management option, especially if you are dealing with back pain or neck pain. Chiropractic treatment can help relieve pain from conditions affecting your bones, cartilage, connective tissue, joints and muscles. A 2012 study found that 12 weeks of spinal manipulation was more effective than medication at treating neck pain in a group of 272 adults at 8-, 12-, 26-, and 52-week follow-ups. People with chronic pain are often given prescriptions for opioid pain relievers to help manage their discomfort. However, undergoing chiropractic treatment lowers your need to take these pain relievers. A 2020 study found that adults who visited a chiropractor were less likely to get an opioid prescription filled for their pain compared to those who only saw their medical doctor.

The American College of Physicians recommends that doctors encourage people with chronic low back pain to first seek non-medication treatments before taking medication to treat their pain. A 2017 review of studies found that spinal manipulation was associated with moderate improvements in short-term back pain and function compared to placebo treatment for up to 6 weeks.

Spinal manipulation is also effective at treating tension headaches and headaches that originate in your neck. A 2016 study found that 6 to 8 sessions of cervical and upper thoracic spine manipulation were more effective than movement and exercise for relieving pain in people with chronic headaches.

To re-emphasize, undergoing chiropractic treatment helps correct poor posture, especially if your poor posture is caused by too much sitting and care can also improve your athletic performance! Adjustments increase joint mobility, reduce pain and provide less tissue restriction. At our practice we are always here to help. Whether you have never been to a chiropractor or have been a patient that has not seen us in a while, we are ready to assist in your treatment goals today!

The Van Ness Chiropractic Difference

At Van Ness Chiropractic, we realize that stress and imbalance in the body is not one size fits all. We have the clinical knowledge and expert staff to offer treatment that is both effective and empowering. Call us today at 847-842-8070 to set up your appointment for a comprehensive examination and get on the road to health today. You can also visit us at vannesschiro.com to find out more.