Chiropractic Helps Digestion Issues

Over $80 billion are spent each year on drugs to relieve heartburn, acid reflux, bloating, gas, irritable bowel, constipation, diarrhea and other digestive disorders. These symptoms of abnormal digestive problems are becoming increasingly more prevalent in our society. Science and research has shown that chiropractic care offers a powerful solution to this modern-day epidemic.

Spinal misalignments within specific areas of the spine can prevent the bowel from functioning properly. Throughout the years it has been common place to see instances of people of all ages who have not had a bowel movement for days experience almost immediate relief after an adjustment. Regular chiropractic care can help patients establish a more natural rhythm of comfortable, effortless elimination. 

The nervous system controls digestive function from several different regions. The Vagus Nerve feeds all the major organs of digestion and functions to stimulate the digestive process. The Sympathetic Nerves coming out of the thoracic & lumbar regions and the sacral Parasympathetic Nerve fibers control the pace of digestion. Spinal misalignment in any of these regions can lead to neurological compromise and altered digestive function.

Wellness oriented chiropractors search for the location of such spinal misalignments termed `subluxations'. Many clinical studies have demonstrated the power of chiropractic adjustments restoring optimal function in individuals with digestive disturbances. A specific chiropractic adjustment realigns the altered region and restores nerve supply to the deficient organs. This approach honors the body’s innate ability to heal and works to balance this incredible life force in order to enhance organ function & quality of life.

Each month throughout 2013 Franson Family Chiropractic will focus on one specific topic – one condition or symptom – as the “Body Signal” of the month. Our next Body Signals Workshop is coming up on Wednesday, March 6th, at 6:45pm, and we’ll be discussing ELIMINATING DIGESTIVE PROBLEMS. RSVP on our Facebook Event Page or call our office at 978-927-8466. If you are a guest, admission is free.