Have you been told there is nothing you can do for your pain except resort to surgery? Dr. Robert Cortesi at Southwest Holistic Chiropractic in Frankfort, IL, offers non-surgical pain relief for optimal healing.
Chiropractic Care as Non-Surgical Pain Relief
Too often, people suffer needlessly from all types of pain, as they think there is nothing they can do. They’ve been told that they need surgery to correct the issue at hand, but surgery is a big move that most people want to avoid.
While there may be times a condition has progressed too far, in many cases, surgery is not necessary. Below, Dr. Cortesi and the team at Southwest Holistic Chiropractic in Frankfort, IL, share how chiropractic care can offer non-surgical pain relief.
Understanding the Root of Pain
Pain is more than a symptom. It’s a signal that lets your brain know something isn’t right. While it might seem odd, many times the issue lies within the musculoskeletal system. This system comprises many different components, including discs, muscles, and other soft tissues. It also has a direct impact on the nervous system, which is responsible for the body’s processes.
When something goes wrong in the musculoskeletal system, it can lead to a wide range of problems, including pain from head to toe, headaches, and chronic fatigue. And when the root of your issue lies within this system, it can be corrected through chiropractic care.
Understanding Chiropractic Care and Its Role in Pain Relief
When you visit a chiropractor, they’ll gather information about your symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle. They’ll then assess your full musculoskeletal system to determine where any issue might lie.
This physical assessment is critical for a couple of reasons. The first is that pain sometimes shows up outside of the damaged area. The second is that you may have some issues that aren’t yet causing obvious symptoms. The assessment provides insight into your specific needs.
Once your needs are determined, the chiropractor will develop a plan to address the root issue using techniques such as those below.
- Adjustments to restore alignment, health, and balance to the body
- Massage therapy to address tension and other soft tissue injuries
- Herbal medicine and nutritional guidance to help you heal from the inside out
- Flexion distraction to create space in the spinal column for the components to operate properly
- Therapeutic exercises to relieve pain, inflammation, and tension, while improving musculoskeletal health
Learn more about non-surgical pain relief by visiting Dr. Cortesi at Southwest Holistic Chiropractic in Frankfort, IL. Call (815) 464-9060 to schedule an appointment today.