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Chiropractic Benefits for Seniors

By Sara Butler

Chiropractic care is something that can benefit people of all ages -- even if they've never seen a chiropractor before. If you're a senior and new to chiropractic, there's a lot to know, but perhaps your biggest question is if it's safe for those with a few years under their belts who may have bodies that have become frail with time. The truth is that it's never too late for chiropractic. Here are a few of the benefits seniors can get from chiropractic care.

Relief from Pain

Many people see a chiropractor for the first time because they're dealing with issues related to pain. Back pain is something that strikes a majority of people in their lifetimes. That combined with the fact that seniors also often deal with other issues such as arthritis and you have a situation where many older people are looking for pain relief so they can continue with the daily lives.

The chiropractors at The Joint customize all of their treatment plans for the individual patient. They take into account their complaints as well as other unique factors such as their personal medical history and age to create a treatment plan that helps to address the root cause of pain issues and make daily life a little easier to manage. Chiropractic is natural and is a drug-free and non-invasive approach to pain relief for seniors.

Improved Balance and Coordination

For many seniors, falling poses a danger to their health.  As you get older, your muscles become weaker and the bones may even become more fragile as well. This leads to a reduction in the natural range of motion, reducing the ability to keep the body balanced. That's why it's vital to make sure that balance and coordination are functioning at their very best.

Chiropractic care is a great tool to help seniors strengthen muscles and stay flexible, helping to improve coordination and balance and reducing the chances of a fall that could lead to serious injury.

It's Good for Seniors

According to the National Chiropractic Association, studies have found that seniors who see a chiropractor regularly are more active than those who don't. It's also been found that seniors who see the chiropractor are much more likely to reduce the pain they experience due to arthritis.

Chiropractic care has a lot of benefits for seniors. It's never too late to see a chiropractor for the first time.

To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in San Jose, Calif.

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