Your wellness depends on the overall health of your body, and chiropractors can often address concerns that stem from unknown or preexisting conditions. If you've been feeling off lately, a chiropractic adjustment can often alleviate a wide array of issues.

What Issues Can Chiropractic Care Help?

1. Lower Back Pain

About 80% of adults experience lower back pain during their life, making everyday tasks uncomfortable. Chiropractic adjustments can gently align your lower back during appointments, and your chiropractor can send you home with stretches to try to continue treatment. They can also diagnose issues, like herniated discs, which may be the underlying cause of low back pain in many patients. 

2. Headaches

Headaches are one of the many conditions that may be linked to spinal health. Some types of headaches, including tension headaches, are caused by muscle tension in the neck. A chiropractor can use a variety of treatments to ease tightness in the neck and help you find relief. They can also recommend meditation and relaxation techniques for you to practice daily to prevent tension from returning. 

3. Knee Pain

Whether you recently experienced an injury or have joint pain in the knees, your chiropractor can base your treatment on the underlying cause of your discomfort. They will likely use a combination of chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, and massage to align the knee and ease muscle tension. You can also discuss at-home care and lifestyle changes that might treat your knee pain, such as a change in the way you exercise. A chiropractor may recommend low-impact exercises, such as elliptical machines, and advise against running and other high-impact activities.

4. Poor Immunity

Your immune system is closely linked with your nervous system. When the spine is out of alignment, the body may not communicate effectively with the immune system. Chiropractic adjustments have been found to increase white blood cell count, boosting the body’s ability to fight infection. While many factors affect immunity, it may be worth discussing your immune health with your chiropractor and receive insight on how they could help. This could be especially beneficial for those dealing with autoimmune disorders, like hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism. 

If you are interested in chiropractic care to improve your overall wellness, see the professionals at Nobbe Chiropractic Clinic in Columbia, IL. Their team is committed to treating each patient as an individual, using chiropractic adjustments and other techniques to help your body function at its best. They offer services such as cold laser therapy, spinal decompressions, and sports injury care. You can view a full list of their services by visiting them online, or call (618) 281-4000 to make an appointment today.