If you are experiencing pain in your joints, you might not think of a chiropractor as someone who can help. The truth is these medical professionals can do a lot more than help with back issues.
In the article below, Unity Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Beaverton, OR, explains some of the ways our chiropractors can help with joint pain.
Takes Pressure Off of Nerves
It may seem like a stretch, but aligning your spine is a good way to ensure none of your spinal nerves are under an undue amount of pressure. Nerves that are properly aligned are not pinched, which allows your body to transmit signals from the brain more efficiently.
Properly functioning nerves mean less pain signals sent to the brain. If you're experiencing joint pain in your elbows and knees, a properly aligned spine can help tremendously. Even people who suffer from conditions with joint pain in their fingers and toes have been helped with a properly aligned spine.
It's important to realize, however, this may not solve all of your joint pain issues. Some types of joint pain are caused by a degradation of the tissues in the joints, which has nothing to do with the nerves in your spine. Fortunately, chiropractic care can help with this, too.
Promotes Healing
If your joint pain is the result of joint tissue degradation, these tissues need to be able to heal and repair themselves faster. By having a properly aligned spine, blood flow will increase to these areas. This will help promote your body's repair of these tissues.
Call Us Today
If you live in the Beaverton, OR, area and are dealing with joint pain, call Unity Chiropractic & Wellness Center today at 503-747-3388. We can help you schedule an appointment and get you on the path to feeling better.