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Helping Juvenile Arthritis With Chiropractic

By Brandi Goodman 

July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month. Though the pain is usually felt by adults, arthritis can develop in younger people as well. Anyone under the age of 16 who gets this disease has the juvenile version. There's no exact known cause, but some methods can work to help alleviate some of the pain. Chiropractic is one of those options. 

Reducing Joint Stiffness

The joints tend to become stiff when you have any form of arthritis. This can be painful and also limit your range of motion. Chiropractic works to reduce your level of joint stiffness. This limits pain while also improving range of motion. It is best to speak with the doctor of chiropractic to determine the frequency of visits needed to maintain these benefits. 

Pain Management

The goal for those with juvenile arthritis is often pain management. The stiffness and discomfort felt because of this disease can be debilitating. Medication is a common choice, but it doesn't have to be the only thing you rely on. Chiropractic can also work as a pain management technique. Receive regular care at intervals determined by the doctor and you may start to feel less pain so you can make it through your days easier.

Improving Flexibility and Balance

Certain versions of juvenile arthritis may cause issues with the legs in particular. One leg may become longer than the other, causing a limp, due to an overgrowth. This causes further arthritis problems as well as trouble with balance. Chiropractic care may improve flexibility and balance for everyone. It works to restore the body and keep joint restrictions from causing problems. It won't repair the imbalance, but it can help strengthen the joints and ensure you are able to maintain your posture and footing as you move. 

Counseling and Advice

Though a doctor of chiropractic will focus primarily on the adjustment, he or she can also offer some counseling on nutrition and advice on proper exercises. These pieces of information are vital to the well-being of a patient with juvenile arthritis. Monitoring the diet closely can help to drastically reduce inflammation and therefore pain within the body. Certain stretches and exercises can be demonstrated that can reduce stiffness. These options should be used in combination with chiropractic care to ensure overall wellness and improved quality of life for a person suffering from the inflammatory disease.

Both juvenile arthritis and the more common adult version may be helped by chiropractic. Visit The Joint Chiropractic to speak with a doctor about your condition. Gentle manipulation techniques may need to be tried and you will also be advised on nutrition and exercises that can help reduce your discomfort and improve your overall well-being. 

To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in Fort Worth, Tex.

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