Mental Health and Chiropractic

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Studies show that one in five Americans deal with mental health illnesses. Your mental health is so important to prioritize and considering everything going on in the world, it is essential now more than ever. Whether you experience anxiety or depression or know someone who does, it is always valuable to check in with yourself and others on their mental health.

Chiropractic is a great way to practice self-care and take steps towards good mental health. Because of the mind-body approach of Chiropractic, we often see patients who experience positive emotional changes in response to routine chiropractic care. If you are looking for a holistic way to address struggles with mental health, you may consider seeing a chiropractor.

Symptoms of Anxiety/Depression

While there are many symptoms of anxiety and depression that vary from person to person, some common physical symptoms include:

  • Chronic fatigue/Sleep problems
  • Muscle tension
  • Migraines/Headaches
  • Restlessness
  • Stomach Aches

How Chiropractic Provides Relief from Stress and Anxiety

When doing a chiropractic adjustment, we are looking for areas in the nervous system that are out of balance. When you have subluxations or misalignments in your spine, you may be experiencing symptoms of muscle tension due to your body being stuck in a stressful state. When you get adjusted, your body begins to release that stress often resulting in more mental clarity.

The nervous system is the control center of the body and it helps keep the body in homeostasis. Because the goal of chiropractic is to restore the function of the nervous system, we often see that patients who are experiencing anxiety or depression find relief.

A Holistic Approach

Chiropractic care is not a cure or replacement for therapy but that does not mean it can’t be beneficial for those struggling with their mental health. While medications prescribed for anxiety and depression come with side effects, chiropractic provides an all-natural approach to improved mental health. If you are looking to address your mental health symptoms in a holistic way, try out chiropractic care.

Relieves Tension

One of the most common symptoms we see in patients experiencing depression and anxiety is muscle tension. Chiropractic focuses on spinal health as well as musculoskeletal health. Routine adjustments help relieve muscle tension caused by depression and anxiety resulting in headaches or stiffness in the body. This kind of relief promotes relaxation and better sleep which can go a long way when it comes to mental health.

Releases Positive Hormones

Chiropractic adjustments trigger a release of positive hormones such as oxytocin and cortisol. These hormones help reduce stress and increase overall health and well-being.

New Patient Appointment:

For a natural and holistic approach to mental health, use the links below to schedule a new patient appointment.