If you or a loved one are dealing with fibromyalgia, you know firsthand how difficult each day can be. The widespread pain, headaches, and lack of restful sleep can take its toll. Because of the chronic nature, there are many people looking for natural means to provide some relief. Here are 5 natural options that might help to address the many symptoms of fibromyalgia:
Aromatherapy – Different scents may help give pain relief and promote better sleep.
- Yoga – Yoga provides gentle exercise and stress relief, both of which can be of benefit sufferers.
- Massage – Soft tissue massage can be helpful for pain management with the appropriate light pressure.
- Vitamin D – Especially important for people who don’t get a lot of sun exposure, Vitamin D can help decrease the muscle pain associated with fibromyalgia.
- Upper Cervical Chiropractic – While this may not be as well known of an option, upper cervical chiropractic can provide a solution to the root cause of fibromyalgia.
Your Spine and Fibromyalgia
The vertebrae of the spine are designed to protect your spinal cord. The spinal cord itself is a complex network of nerves. Its job is to send and receive messages traveling between the brain and every single part of your body. In the case of fibromyalgia, a distortion of pain signals causes normal non-painful stimuli to be perceived as extraordinarily painful. At Henjy Chiropractic, our number one priority is identifying pressure on an important part of your body’s nervous system— the brainstem. This occurs when the upper vertebra of the spine misaligns because of injury or accident.
Atlas misalignments, once found, can be corrected. At our practice, we use dedicated analyses and equipment to give the most precise adjustment possible. Once normal atlas alignment is restored, the body’s natural healing process can begin to address damage to nerves and tissue. The brain and body will then start to communicate properly, and the symptoms of fibromyalgia can be reduced or even disappear completely.
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If you are outside of the local area, you can find an Upper Cervical Doctor near you at www.uppercervicalawareness.com.