How Chiropractic Can Help Mature Adults

Chiropractors focus on correcting misalignments in the spine and other joints. These misalignments can interfere with nerve function and lead to a variety of problems, including pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion. Chiropractic adjustments can help to restore proper alignment and improve nerve function, which can lead to a number of benefits for mature adults, including:

• Reduced pain and inflammation: Chiropractic adjustments can help to reduce pain and inflammation caused by a variety of conditions, including back pain, neck pain, arthritis, and headaches.

• Improved range of motion: Chiropractic adjustments can help to improve range of motion in the spine and other joints, which can make it easier to move around and engage in activities of daily living.

• Improved balance and coordination: Chiropractic adjustments can help to improve balance and coordination by improving nerve function to the inner ear.

• Reduced risk of falls: Chiropractic adjustments can help to reduce the risk of falls by improving balance and coordination.

• Improved sleep quality: Chiropractic adjustments can help to improve sleep quality by reducing pain and stress.

Chiropractic for Mature Adults with Specific Conditions

In addition to the general benefits listed above, chiropractic care can also be helpful for mature adults with specific conditions, such as:

• Arthritis: Chiropractic adjustments can help to reduce pain and improve range of motion in people with arthritis.

• Osteoporosis: Chiropractic adjustments can help to improve posture and reduce the risk of falls in people with osteoporosis.

• Fibromyalgia: Chiropractic adjustments can help to reduce pain and improve sleep quality in people with fibromyalgia.

• Headaches: Chiropractic adjustments can help to reduce the frequency and severity of headaches in mature adults.

Is Chiropractic Safe for Mature Adults?

Chiropractic care is generally safe for mature adults.  Here at My Chiropractic clinc we will always take your age and health when developing a treatment plan for you.

References:

• The effectiveness of chiropractic care for the treatment of pain in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics. 2016;39(8):597-628.

• Chiropractic care for older adults with neck pain: A systematic review. BMC Geriatrics. 2021;21(1):1-14.

• The role of chiropractic care in the management of osteoarthritis. Journal of the American Chiropractic Association. 2015;59(10):1037-1046.

Summary

• Chiropractic care can help mature adults reduce pain, improve range of motion, improve balance and coordination, reduce the risk of falls, and improve sleep quality.

• Chiropractic care can also be helpful for mature adults with specific conditions, such as arthritis, osteoporosis, fibromyalgia, and headaches.

• Chiropractic care is generally safe for mature adults.