Back and neck
pain remain leading causes of chronic
discomfort, resulting in significant dependency on opioids for relief. However,
research demonstrates that chiropractic care may be an
effective, drug-free alternative, minimizing the need for opioids while
effectively managing pain.
Chiropractic
treatments, including spinal manipulation and manual decompression, focus on
correcting musculoskeletal misalignments that contribute to pain. Research supports their
effectiveness: a 2025 study by Trager et al. found that chiropractic care for
sciatica not only alleviated pain but also led to fewer opioid-related adverse
events. (1) Similarly, Kruse et al. (2023) found
that patients with failed back surgery syndrome significantly lowered
their opioid use after just three months of manual spinal decompression
therapy. (2)
The benefits of chiropractic treatment go beyond back pain
relief. By lessening reliance on opioids, patients avoid
the risk of addiction and the unpleasant side effects often associated with
these medications. Chiropractic care empowers patients to take control of
their health safely and holistically, fostering long-term
recovery and improved quality of life.
If you're wanting an effective
way to address back or neck pain without opioids, chiropractic
therapy is a research-documented alternative backed by
science. Experience drug-free pain relief and regain control over your health
today.
Explore
chiropractic care options here in Sitka at Arctic Chiropractic, Sitka and
discover relief without opioids.
Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Kim Lombardy
on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael
Johnson about how utilizing The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain
Management is beneficial in decreasing
patient use of opioids to manage their back pain.
TIP OF THE MONTH: Try Sit-To-Stand
Combo Exercise to Help Your Spine!
Keep exercise simple! Combining
sit-to-stand exercises with blood flow restriction (BFR) presents a promising
solution for those suffering from low back pain. According
to a study by Lee KH and Chon SC (2024), this unique combination not only augments
pain relief but also promotes muscle growth in individuals with
low back instability. (3) Sit-to-stand movements are simple, functional
exercises that improve strength and mobility, while BFR increases circulation
and targets muscular adaptation without placing undue stress on the
back. Together, they present a safe and effective approach
for addressing low back pain, helping patients regain strength
and stability in their daily activities.
Bring your spine and all its troubles to us. We’re
here to help. See you soon!
Make your Sitka chiropractic
appointment today!