Well-Adjusted: The Chiropractor's Corner

Imagine trying to stand only to find that you’re unable to walk, or laughing only to find that your face is frozen. This is the nightmarish reality for sufferers of Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s Disease. Traditional medicine relies on surgery and medications to alleviate symptoms. But a study published in the Journal of Vertebral Subluxation showed that when patients suffering from these diseases used chiropractic to fight back, a large fraction—most of whom likely suffered from the diseases as a direct consequence of head or neck trauma—benefitted a great deal. Out of the 44 Multiple Sclerosis patients, 91% reported improvements coupled with a halt in the progression of the illness. Out of the 37 Parkinson’s patients, 92% reported improvements and no worsening of the condition. Thus, using chiropractic to correct injury to the neck stopped and actually reversed the disease progression for both groups of patients—no knives required, no needles necessary. An alternative way to battle ailments.

Hold the Pills: One in three adults have high blood pressure and turn first to medication. Research suggests that instead of popping pills, a visit to a specialized chiropractor, who can realign the C1 vertebra at the top of the neck, may prove just as effective. In a small double-blind study, subjects who received the special treatment watched their blood pressure drop by an average of 17 points—that’s what you’d get out of two pills.

That's Not All, Folks: According to the Chiropractic and Nutrition Wellness Center, other benefits of chiropractic care include improved flexibility and circulation, a stronger immune system, increased energy levels, instant pain relief and heightened performance in athletic training.