It is often pointed out that four out of five individuals will suffer back pain at some point in their lives. Now, there is new information that may lead us to believe that back pain is as potentially harmful to overall health as it is pervasive. According to a study of nearly 4,400 adult twins aged 70 years and older, those with spinal pain (back and neck) had a 13 percent higher chance every year of dying. This finding should come as significant news to anyone who thinks that back pain is more of a hindrance than it is potentially life-threatening. Spinal pain may be part of a pattern of poor health and poor functional ability, which increase mortality risk.
Regular chiropractic treatments usually focus on spinal manipulation and alignment to aid pain management and stimulate the body’s self-healing abilities. Realignment of the spine is thought to reduce pressure on the central nervous system. To schedule an appointment for chiropractic care, please call FAMILY PRACTICE OF CHIROPRACTIC at 617- 472-4220. We are located at 112 McGrath Hwy., Quincy.
P.S. Low back pain is ranked as the highest contributor to disability in the world.
For Your Health,
Dr. Gabrielle Freedman