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Moving Freely Again: Managing Arthritis Pain with Chiropractic Care at Wellness @ Work, PA

 Arthritis is a widespread condition affecting millions, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility in joints throughout the body. While it's often associated with aging, it can affect people of all ages, impacting daily activities and quality of life. Many individuals live with chronic arthritis pain, believing it's an inevitable part of their condition. At Wellness @ Work we offer a gentle, non-invasive approach to help manage arthritis symptoms, focusing on improving joint function and reducing pain so you can move more comfortably.

Arthritis, particularly osteoarthritis, involves the breakdown of cartilage, the protective cushion between your bones. This can lead to bones rubbing together, causing inflammation, pain, and restricted movement. While chiropractic care doesn't cure arthritis, it plays a significant role in managing its effects. At Wellness @ Work, our approach involves precise, gentle adjustments to the affected joints and surrounding spinal areas. By restoring proper movement to joints that may be stiff or misaligned, we help reduce the mechanical stress contributing to your pain.

One of the powerful ways chiropractic care can help is through its pain modulating effect. When a joint isn't moving properly or is inflamed, it sends constant "alarm" signals to your brain, leading to increased pain perception. Chiropractic adjustments work to improve the function of the nervous system. Think of it like tuning a radio: when the signal is clear, the static (pain) is reduced. By optimizing the communication between your body and brain, chiropractic care helps to calm your nervous system, which can significantly reduce your experience of pain and muscle tension, allowing for greater comfort and mobility.

While acute relief is important, consistently managing arthritis often requires ongoing support. Regular, periodic chiropractic visits, even when you're feeling good, can be a game-changer. These "wellness" or "maintenance" visits help to preserve joint mobility, reduce inflammatory responses before they escalate, and keep your nervous system functioning optimally. Research, such as a study published in Spine by Senna and Machaly (2011), has indicated that maintained spinal manipulation therapy for chronic non-specific low back pain can lead to improved long-term outcomes. Staying on a periodic care plan can save you money and improve your long-term health by potentially reducing the frequency and severity of flare-ups, lessening reliance on pain medication, and helping you avoid more costly interventions down the road.

It's important to note that not everyone responds to chiropractic care in the same way. However, if you have responded well to initial, active chiropractic care for your arthritis, continuing with wellness care is often a highly beneficial strategy. This is particularly true for individuals experiencing significant chronic pain that has historically required periodic injections for management; for these patients, consistent chiropractic support can be a highly effective component of their ongoing pain management strategy.

We understand that navigating healthcare costs is important. For your initial "active care" phase – getting you to your optimal level of function and pain reduction – most insurance plans do provide coverage. Once you've reached your best with active care, many patients choose to transition to a personalized wellness or maintenance care plan. These periodic visits are typically a low-cost, self-pay option, designed to help you maintain your improvements and proactively manage your condition. We're happy to discuss our transparent pricing and your insurance benefits with you during your visit.

If arthritis pain is limiting your life, explore how our gentle and effective chiropractic approach can help you regain comfort and mobility. Contact us today at 316-684-4888, or visit us at 837 S. Hillside, Wichita, KS 67211 to schedule your consultation.

 Reference:

  • Senna MK, Machaly SA. Does maintained spinal manipulation therapy for chronic non-specific low back pain improve outcome? A multicenter, randomized, observer-blinded, controlled trial. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2011 Aug 1;36(17):E1064-E1071.
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