Chiropractic is so much more than that.
It's about restoring
The body has a natural state of optimum health. It's called homeostasis. It's that happy place where your body always wants to be. In homeostasis, everything is functioning as it was intended, with perfect balance.
It's about movement.
Your joints are supposed to move without limitations. There shouldn't be a "catch" or "weakness" when you try to move. Movement shouldn't be painful.
It's about healthy organs
Every nerve that serves every organ in your body travels from the spinal cord through tiny openings in the spinal column between the vertebrae. If those nerves are pinched, they aren't serving their intended purpose properly. It's like an electrical wire with a kink in it that causes the lights to flicker. Is that what you want happening to your heart, lungs, liver and kidneys?
It's about nerve function
The nerves are our body's communicators. If they aren't functioning, the messages are not being sent. It's similar to a text message you keep trying to send when you're out of range of a cell phone tower. Nothing happens.
It's about strength
Muscles need nerve messages to continue to be strong. If a nerve loses function for a long period, the muscles it serves begin to atrophy and become weak. Falls and broken bones become a real concern. Canes and walkers become necessary equipment.
It's about moods
A well-adjusted body feels better. It's working optimally. It just wants to enjoy life!
As Dr. Cole, a Tulsa Chiropractor says,
"Chiropractic care is a mechanical solution
to a mechanical problem."
So while we are thrilled that chiropractic care can relieve pain, It's benefits to the body are worth exploring.