High Blood Pressure and Chiropractic Care

December 16, 2024

High Blood Pressure and Chiropractic Care

1 in 3 Americans has high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, even if he or she may not know it. High blood pressure is known as a silent killer since there are often no clear symptoms. It can be extremely dangerous and is one of the leading causes of stroke, heart disease, and kidney failure.

What is high blood pressure?

Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against your blood vessels’ walls. High blood pressure means the pressure is consistently higher than it should be. Over time, the force and friction of high blood pressure can damage your arteries and other internal organs.

Many patients with high blood pressure are prescribed medication to lower levels, but this can have unpleasant side effects. Common side effects of the prescription medication include headache, nausea, lightheadedness, or dizziness. They can also be expensive.

For those looking for a more natural or alternative form of treatment, consider chiropractic care.

What can chiropractic care do?

Studies have shown that adjustments made to the atlas vertebrae significantly reduce levels of high blood pressure.

The atlas vertebrae is at the top of your neck covering the brainstem. Though the bone itself is not associated with heart health, the nerves it protects are. A misalignment of the atlas vertebrae, just like anywhere else, can affect the rest of your body including blood pressure.

Correcting the misalignment through chiropractic care lowers both systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Like all chiropractic adjustments, proper alignment of the spine allows for proper function to be restored throughout the body and its many systems. It does not lower blood pressure, but rather allows a person’s blood pressure to be restored to normal levels.

In many cases, you may even find you no longer need prescription medication to manage your blood pressure or you may be able to switch to a lower dose. Reliance on medication can be costly and at times ineffective. If you are in search of a more natural form of treatment, chiropractic care may be the right step for you.

For more information on how chiropractic care can help your blood pressure, contact Cannon County Chiropractic today.

Exercises that are Safe on Your Lower Back

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Are All Patients Adjusted The Same Way?

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Running & Chiropractic Care

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Happy New Year! As we enter the new year, we know many of you may have some exciting new year’s resolutions you are ready to jump into. Upping your exercise routine is a common new year’s promise but can also be a common cause of injury and pain on your body. Fortunately, we are here to help you. For those of you who are thinking of running this new year, read on to learn how chiropractic care can transform you into a better, stronger, runner.

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How To Prevent Travel Aches And Strains

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Spinal Disc Problems

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Choosing The Best Chiropractor

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The Benefit of Swimming for Exercise

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Swimming is a fun way to keep healthy and fit while making new friends. If you enjoy swimming and don’t particularly like other forms of exercise, swimming is the way to go. It is suitable for everyone, and its benefits are not only limited to physical activity but also extend to improved mental health. Health experts recommend 150 minutes of moderate activity or 75 minutes of vigorous activity weekly, making swimming the perfect tool for exercising your body and improving your cardiovascular health. Even better, if you hate running, swimming can burn as many calories as an hour of running without impacting your joints and bones. Keep reading to find out more about the fantastic benefits of swimming .

Maximizing Exercise Results With Chiropractic Care

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With the arrival of fall, many of us will find time to explore the great outdoors or indoor exercise activities. For those who have experienced swelling or pain in their joints, muscles, or back, an appointment with us is highly recommended before making any substantial changes in your exercise program.

What Is Sciatic Pain & What Causes It?

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Up to 40% of people experience sciatica at some point in their life. The condition can affect anyone at any age except young ones. The pain caused by the sciatic nerve can be debilitating, affecting your quality of life. You may be unable to sleep or do the activities you love. You can regain control of your life within 6 to 12 weeks with proper treatment. If you have been experiencing this pain, read on to understand what causes it and how you can get pain relief.
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