Why Do I Need to Keep Treating When I No Longer Feel Pain?
One of the most common questions chiropractors hear from patients is, "Why do I need to keep treating when I no longer feel pain?" It's a valid question, especially since the primary goal of most patients is to find relief from discomfort. However, chiropractic care goes beyond just pain management; it focuses on maintaining overall spinal health and preventing future issues.
Pain Is Not the Only Indicator of Health
Pain is often the last symptom to appear and the first to disappear. Even after the pain subsides, structural and functional imbalances can still be present. Chiropractic care addresses the root causes of pain and ensures that your spine and nervous system are functioning optimally.
Preventing Recurrence
Discontinuing treatment as soon as the pain goes away can lead to recurrence. Think of it like dental care: you wouldn't stop brushing your teeth because you don't have cavities. Similarly, ongoing chiropractic care helps maintain spinal mobility to prevent the return of discomfort. Regular adjustments can address mobility issues before they become significant problems or cause discomfort.
Enhancing Overall Wellness
Regular adjustments can improve posture, increase flexibility, and boost your immune system. Many patients report better sleep, reduced stress, and improved physical performance because of ongoing chiropractic care.
Long-Term Health, specifically Spinal Disc Health
Spinal discs obtain nutrition from a process called “imbibition” this process is dependent on movement between the joints and disc. If your spine is not moving properly due to trauma and muscle spasm, then your discs will not obtain proper nutrition. Impaired movement leads to impaired nutrition of the disc, impaired nutrition can lead to a premature degenerative process of the disc. Degenerative disc disease can lead to host of issues later in life, like chronic pain.