LAVACA COUNTY
CHIROPRACTIC
‘Pain Relief’
Why are Opioids so Dangerous?
Bottom Line:
It’s estimated that over 200 million opioid prescriptions are written each year. This use and abuse has led to an epidemic that’s been fueled by chronic pain.
Opioids temporarily hide pain by attaching to receptors in the brain and boosting feelings of pleasure. Unfortunately, they do nothing to stimulate healing, leading to a pattern of pain, medications, more pain, and more medications.
The good news is that there is a better way to find relief.
(more…)When Should You See a Chiropractor?
Bottom Line:
Almost everyone has heard of chiropractic care, but many people have no idea if or when they should see a chiropractor. And if your medical doctor hasn’t yet referred you to a chiropractor, you may be in the same boat.
Chiropractic has been around for over 125 years.
However, it’s just this past decade that most healthcare professionals and leading healthcare organizations have started actively recommending chiropractic care for a wide array of reasons.
(more…)Organic Healthcare: No Prescription Necessary
Bottom Line:
The term Chiropractic comes from the Greek words cheir (hands) and praxis (practice). It literally means “done by hand.” Modern Chiropractic began way back in 1895, but many people still don’t exactly understand how Chiropractic care works… or when it may be the best time to see a Chiropractor.
Beyond the Pill: Non-Opioid Care for Chronic Pain
Bottom Line:
One of the problems with pain medications is that they only treat the symptoms. In fact, they aren’t doing a thing to resolve the source of your pain. And if you are looking for a long-term solution for pain relief, you need to address the root cause.