Back and neck pain are among the most common roots
of chronic discomfort, often leading individuals to depend on opioids
for relief. While effective for short-term pain management, opioids have with
them risks of dependency and side effects. Chiropractic care poses
a proven, drug-free alternative that effectively addresses pain at its source, reducing
the need for opioid medication.
Chiropractic
treatments, including spinal manipulation and manual decompression, focus on
correcting musculoskeletal misalignments that contribute to pain. According
to a 2025 study by Trager et al., patients receiving chiropractic care for
sciatica experienced fewer opioid-related adverse events, highlighting its role
in reducing dependency on opioid medications. (1) Likewise, Kruse et al. (2023) found
that patients with failed back surgery syndrome significantly reduced
their opioid use after just three months of manual spinal decompression
therapy. (2)
The benefits of chiropractic treatment go beyond back pain
relief. By reducing reliance on opioids, patients avoid
the risk of addiction and the unpleasant side effects often associated with
these medications. Chiropractic treatment empowers patients
to take a proactive, holistic approach to their health, fostering long-term
recovery and an improved quality of life.
If you’re living
with back or neck pain and seeking an effective, science-backed alternative to
opioids, chiropractic care offers a safe and trusted solution. With a focus on
addressing the root cause of pain, this approach allows you to regain control
over your health and well-being.
Come check out
chiropractic care options here in Millville at Wilson Family Chiropractic 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!
Simple exercise is often best! Combining
sit-to-stand exercises with blood flow restriction (BFR) presents a promising
solution for those suffering with low back pain. According
to a study by Lee KH and Chon SC (2024), this unique combination not only augments
pain relief but also fosters 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 your spine. Together, they offer 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 issues to us. We’re
here to help. We look forward to seeing you!
Make your Millville chiropractic
appointment today!