Long-term stress may have a detrimental effect on one's health, causing discomfort and illness. A chiropractor utilizes different chiropractic adjustments to relieve stress and the discomfort it may bring throughout the body. Continue reading to find out when to seek treatment for physical stress.
Signs of physical stress
Stress is a normal part of our lives as humans. This physical reaction defends the body against both actual and imagined threats. Many people are stressed, probably due to financial worries, grief, or a heightened dread of the unknown.
When the brain detects danger, it sends a signal to the endocrine system, triggering the production of cortisol and adrenaline and initiating the "fight or flight" reaction. As a result, the muscles tighten, breathing quickens, and heart rate rises. However, once the issue is resolved, these hormone levels should drop.
Unfortunately, ongoing events such as the pandemic make it difficult for your body to settle, resulting in chronic stress. One may not even realize they are worried, but some signs may indicate how the body and mind are responding to the stress, including:
- Tension and discomfort in the muscles
- Sleep disturbances
- Immune system deterioration
- Digestive problems
- Shallow breathing
- Heightened irritability
- Depression
- Cardiovascular issues
- Weight gain
The consequences of physical stress on the body, regardless of the patient's symptoms, may be harmful to the health, raising the risk of diabetes, heart attack, and stroke.
Chiropractic care for stress
While it is natural to be concerned about everything around, coping with chronic worry will only worsen in the long term. As a result, finding methods to unwind is critical to one's general health. Chiropractic treatment may help with the physical symptoms of anxiety, such as muscular tightness, but it can also help with the mental symptoms in many ways.
Physical relaxation of the muscles
Muscle contraction is a significant body reaction to stress. However, the muscles may fail to relax correctly in the long run, resulting in tension and discomfort. This discomfort may cause irritation, alter posture, and interfere with sleep. The chiropractor will adjust these tense regions to induce muscle relaxation and provide comfort to the body.
Promote mental relaxation
When the body is in balance, the mind also relaxes. Chiropractic treatment may unintentionally make patients happier and more at peace by treating physical discomfort and inducing comfort.
Enhance the performance of the nervous system
Misalignments in the spine, known as subluxations, may disrupt how the brain interacts with the rest of the body. This has an impact on breathing, the body's response to stress, and even sleeping patterns. The chiropractor can help patients feel more balanced and calmer by optimizing their body functions through chiropractic adjustments.
In summary
You probably have many things stressing you. However, you must find a method to manage your stress levels for the benefit of your health. You may begin to feel calmer as soon as your first chiropractic appointment. The chiropractor will recommend ways to achieve a calm mental state while you are not on the table.
Request an appointment or call Woods Chiropractic PC at 317-257-3919 for an appointment in our Indianapolis office.
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