How Stress, Back Pain, and Plainville Chiropractic Care Interact
With back pain incidence affecting about 4 out of 10 people with 10% of those experiencing chronic pain, it is important to understand causes of Plainville back pain. (1) One consideration that Layden Chiropractic does not overlook is stress, emotional and cognitive aspects. We study the whole ‘you’! That's our flavor of chiropractic care.
STRESS AND ITS PHYSICAL TOLL ON THE BODY
Mental stress does not just affect your mind; it manifests in the body, too. When you’re stressed, your muscles naturally tighten as part of the fight-or-flight response. If stress grows 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 notable correlation between work-related stress and increased incidence of low back pain among office workers, especially those in sedentary roles. 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 host of physical effects consisting of muscle imbalance, spinal misalignment, inflammation. The message is evident: treating Plainville back pain necessitates addressing not only the physical symptoms but also the underlying stressors.
B VITAMINS AND STRESS MANAGEMENT
A lesser-known means in combating stress is ensuring an adequate intake of B vitamins. These water-soluble vitamins have a critical role in supporting a healthy nervous system and brain function, which is directly tied to stress regulation. Transthyretin, a protein related to vitamin B12, has been shown to "orchestrate stress resilience," according to research by Stein et al. (3). This suggests that proper vitamin B levels can significantly boost how your body copes with stress. Key B vitamins for stress containment are Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) which improves mood by changing carbs into energy, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) which props up serotonin (the “feel good” hormone) production, and Vitamin B12 which is needed for nerve health and red blood cell production really necessary when stressed. By controlling stress, B vitamins indirectly reduce stress-related muscle tension and its detrimental effects on the spine. Supplementing with B vitamins may also boost energy levels, making it simpler to stay active, which is critical for Plainville back pain relief.
HOW CHIROPRACTIC CARE PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE RELIEF: START NOW!
Chiropractic care at Layden Chiropractic doesn’t just treat the symptom of back pain; it gets to 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 path is a good option. By addressing your mind, body, and nutrition simultaneously, you allow yourself the best chance to find more lasting relief. Add B vitamins, do some stress-reducing activities like yoga and breathing, and (first!) chat with your chiropractor at Layden Chiropractic!
CONTACT Layden Chiropractic
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 integration of The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management can help.
Now is the time to take control of your back pain and related stress and improve your quality of life. Schedule your Plainville chiropractic appointment today.
