Chiropractic Care to Alleviate Depression and Anxiety
It is the time of year to gather round and celebrate. But for those dealing with mental health issues, depression and anxiety, it can be a time of stress and pain. Chiropractic care tends to involve a mind-body approach that can help alleviate some of the physical symptoms while improving the mental ones by creating a holistic approach to the problem.
With over 40 Million adults in the United States dealing with mental health problems, depression is the leading cause of disability causing fatigue or insomnia, muscle tension or migraines, physical pain and stress. Adjustments, diet, therapies, exercise and supplements can all assist in improving the issue.
In addition, depression can raise your blood pressure or cause panic attacks and those suffering from depression often have high blood pressure. Chiropractic care and massage therapy can lower blood pressure helping to relieve tension and bring your body back into alignment.
There are also no side effects to chiropractic care as there would be with anxiety or depression medications. Side effects of traditional medicines can increase insomnia or create nausea, weight gain or fatigue. Proper chiropractic care can reduce or even alleviate the need for medication, although a doctor’s advice is always recommended before stopping any medication.
Spinal adjustments also increase positive hormone release including increasing Neurotensin, Oxytocin and Cortisol which neutralize stress pains, increase neuro-communication and bonding and block inflammatory pain. This can also help you sleep better improving natural sleep patterns, as well as alleviate tension headaches caused by anxiety or depression improving mood.
Studies have found that after having a chiropractic adjustment, muscle activity was reduced by 25%. This means that chiropractic care is reducing muscle tension as well and helping your body to relax. Adding chiropractic care to your health care regime can have a positive impact on your body and mental health relieving anxiety and depression. This safe, effective alternative to traditional medicine can also be more affordable than other forms of care.
Contact us today to find out more about how we can help you during the holiday season and throughout the year.