When Pain Impacts Life, Chiropractic Brings Relief

By Sandy Schroeder

You may have sore knees or an aching back that slows you down every day. Imagine how great it would feel to shed the pain and move faster. Then check in with your chiropractor to start working on the problem.

The Joint Chiropractic clinic near you makes it a priority to help you find the best solutions for pain, and the best approaches to health and wellness.

When you come in, talk with your chiropractor about your aching back or sore knees. As the situation is assessed, your chiropractor will explain how spinal adjustments work to improve the spine and help the whole body.

Gentle targeted spinal adjustments may ease back pain and soothe sore knees. At the same time, you may experience more energy, improved sleep, or better mental clarity. Many individuals say they are amazed at the difference.

Chiropractic can make the difference in back, neck, leg, knee and ankle pain. It may also relieve shoulder, arm, elbow and wrist pain.

Once you experience this amount of relief, you may decide weekly 15-minute spinal adjustments are be a good way to stay pain-free.  At the same time, your chiropractor can monitor your progress and help you select the right exercises to keep your joints active and healthy.

Exercise Your Options

Consider these ways to stay active

Start walking 30 minutes a day - Two 15-minute sessions could work morning and evening.

Begin biking with the family - Make Saturdays bike day and bike to the park or the water for a picnic

Spend weekends hiking - Check your community for all sorts of family hikes or wilderness walks.

Start dancing - Dance at home or in a class. You'll improve balance and posture as you build your endurance.

Stretch and strengthen - Start daily routines for flexibility and power. Stretch in the morning and strengthen muscles in the afternoon.

Run for fun - Check with your doctor first if you are new to running. Then find a buddy to run with and start out gradually.

Do some pick-up games - Check your community for pick-up or team opportunities to play basketball, volleyball or soccer.

Consider yoga or tai chi - Observe a class and then talk with a certified instructor. Once you settle onto a yoga mat or move into a tai chi session, you may be hooked. Flexibility, balance, improved posture, and relaxation may all show up as your spirits lift and your mind and body meet.

When you are ready to find pain relief, stop at The Joint Chiropractic clinic near you to find out about the affordable personal healthcare packages and plans that eliminate the hassle of insurance. No appointments are needed, and clinics are open evenings and weekends.

To learn more about your health, wellness and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in Lexington, S.C.