Stomach Issues Holding You Back?
Whether you’re suffering from chronic heartburn, diarrhea, constipation, Irritable Bowel Syndrome or another digestive issue, you’ve probably spent more than your fair share of money on over-the-counter and prescription medications to alleviate your symptoms. While these drugs may provide symptom relieve, they do not treat the underlying cause of your digestive issues which may be stemming from a lack of communication between your body and brain.
Chiropractic care is extremely effective at helping issues related to digestion. Believe it or not, your digestive system is entirely linked to your nervous system, and your nervous system has complete control over various aspects of your digestive function. For example, the nerves in the thoracic and lumbar regions of your spine control the pace at which your body digests food. If any of the numerous nerves in your spine are functioning improperly, problems with digestion can easily arise.
Subluxations are misalignments in your spine that interfere with these nerves’ ability to properly interpret information. This can be related to the nerves responsible for your digestive system as well. As a result, ailments such as chronic acid reflux, upset stomach and constipation develop.
A chiropractor can safely and gently correct subluxations in your spine through chiropractic adjustments. This involves the chiropractor using her hands to gently guide your vertebrae back into their proper places. This will take the strain off of your nervous system and allow it to function at its optimum level once more, thus, helping your digestive issues subside. With chiropractic care, you may find that your symptoms are completely gone and you are no longer relying on medications to function.
So when your belly isn't feeling right, don't overlook your chiropractor in helping you achieve better digestive health. It is so much more than just neck
and low back pain. It is overall body health.
