Benefits of Chiropractic Care to Enhance Mobility
The Importance of Range of Motion for Joint Health and Rehabilitation
Range of motion (ROM) is essential for maintaining the health and proper function of all joints, particularly in the spine. It plays a significant role in post-injury rehabilitation, as restoring both passive and active ROM is key to advancing recovery and returning an injury to full health and function.
Research Supporting Chiropractic Care for Improved ROM
A study published in the Journal of Contemporary Chiropractic found that adjustments and spinal manipulation have been shown to facilitate better movement by improving ROM. Additionally, another study in the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine found that chiropractic adjustments improved mobility in individuals suffering from low back pain.
How Chiropractic Care Increases Range of Motion
Chiropractic care helps increase ROM through several key mechanisms, primarily by improving joint mobility and addressing musculoskeletal imbalances.
What You Can Expect:
Spinal Adjustments (Manipulation): Chiropractors use spinal adjustments to restore proper alignment of the vertebrae and improve joint movement. Misalignments or subluxations in the spine can restrict movement and cause pain. By realigning the spine, chiropractic adjustments can relieve pressure on nerves, reduce muscle tension, and increase the mobility of the affected joints.
Joint Mobilization: In addition to spinal adjustments, chiropractors may perform gentle joint mobilizations on other areas of the body, such as the shoulders, hips, or knees. These techniques help restore normal movement patterns and improve flexibility by gradually increasing the movement within the joint.
Posture and Alignment: Poor posture or misalignment of the spine can lead to limited motion in certain areas of the body. Chiropractors assess posture and provide corrective exercises or advice to improve body mechanics, which can enhance overall ROM.
Corrective Exercises: Chiropractors often prescribe specific exercises to improve strength and flexibility, targeting muscles that support the joints. Strengthening the surrounding muscles can help stabilize the joints and promote better movement patterns, contributing to an increased range of motion.
Pain Reduction: By reducing inflammation, muscle spasms, and joint restrictions, chiropractic care can alleviate pain, which often inhibits normal movement. With pain management, individuals are able to move more freely, further improving their ROM.
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In summary, chiropractic care increases ROM by correcting spinal misalignments, improving joint function, reducing muscle tightness, and promoting better posture and movement habits. This holistic approach to treatment helps individuals regain full mobility and supports long-term joint health. Call today at 480-325-6977 to learn more and schedule your free consultation with one of our Board Certified and Atlas Orthogonal Specialist Doctors.