Chiropractic Care vs Prescription Medication

Migraines, lower back pain, neck pain, and spinal disc issues are common types of pain among American adults. According to the National Institutes of Health, 76 million adults in the United States live with chronic pain. To treat these issues, traditional medical doctors often prescribe NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen and aspirin, or stronger drugs like narcotics and muscle relaxants. While these medications can relieve pain, they do not treat the physiological issues that cause pain. Without proper treatment through chiropractic care, the source of your pain could become worse over time.

At Doyle Chiropractic and Acupuncture, our highly skilled chiro, Dr. Cody Doyle, offers all-natural, holistic treatment options to reduce pain and restore your body’s function. Begin your journey toward total wellness today. Schedule an appointment at our Roanoke, TX office at 817-767-5430.

Scientific Evidence

In a 2012 scientific study, 272 people who suffered from neck pain were placed into three groups:

1. SMT Group: These participants met with a chiropractor over the course of 12 weeks to receive spinal manipulation treatment.
2. Medication Group: A licensed medical physician examined these participants and prescribed NSAIDs, acetaminophen, narcotics, or muscle relaxants based on the patients’ symptoms.
3. HEA Group: This group met with physical therapists to learn home exercises. They were instructed to do these exercises up to eight times a day.

In this study, there were no negative effects reported by those who received chiropractic care. In fact, the conclusion of the entire study was the SMT was more effective than medication in both the short and long term.

The outcome of this study proved that medication was 42 percent less effective than spinal manipulation treatments. The study also mentioned that the participants who were on medication continued to take and increase their medication dosage.

Negative Side Effects of Medication

Continued use of medications often causes your body to become immune to their effects, which can lead to drug abuse and dependence. Overusing medications can result in a variety of health issues, including:

• Gastrointestinal bleeding
• Hormonal imbalances
• Heart attack
• Constipation
• Digestive problems
• Increased pain
• Headaches
• Depression
• Liver toxicity
• Weakened immune system

These side-effects can be avoided when you seek chiropractic care first.

How A Healthy Spine Reduces Pain

Having a healthy spine is important because every nerve in your body is interconnected with your spine. Messages are sent from your brain to all parts of your body through your spine, and when the spine is misaligned, those messages become weakened. Pinched nerves or other spinal problem can result in pain or discomfort. When a chiropractor correctly aligns your spine through spinal manipulation, those messages are sent and received properly.

Chiropractic techniques, like spinal manipulation, promote your body’s ability to heal itself so you don’t have to rely on surgery or medication. For over 20 years, Dr. Doyle has dedicated himself to creating natural, effective treatment plans for a variety of patient needs. These treatments don’t simply hide your symptoms, they repair the problem. Dr. Doyle uses a combination of chiropractic, acupuncture, and complementary therapies that provide safe, long-lasting solutions.

Contact Your Roanoke, TX Chiropractor Today

Dr. Doyle is constantly improving and perfecting his treatment methods in order to provide exceptional care to our patients. Once your thorough evaluation is complete, Dr. Doyle will create a personalized treatment plan to promote your body’s total wellness.

Don’t allow prescription medications to rob you of a healthy, satisfying life. Contact our friendly team today at 817-767-5430 to schedule an appointment.