Back and neck pain are among the most common roots
of chronic discomfort, often leading individuals to depend on opioids
for relief. While effective for short-term pain management, opioids have with
them risks of dependency and side effects. Chiropractic care offers
a proven, drug-free alternative that effectively addresses pain at its source, lowering
the need for opioid medication.
Chiropractic
treatments, such as spinal manipulation and manual decompression, target the
root cause of pain by addressing musculoskeletal misalignments. Research supports their
effectiveness: a 2025 study by Trager et al. found that chiropractic care for
sciatica not only alleviated pain but also led to fewer opioid-related adverse
events. (1) Similarly, Kruse et al. (2023) found
that patients with failed back surgery syndrome significantly decreased
their opioid use after just three months of manual spinal decompression
therapy. (2)
Beyond back pain
relief, chiropractic care provides] more
benefits by reducing reliance on opioids. This minimizes
the risk of addiction and avoids the unpleasant side effects associated with
long-term opioid use. Chiropractic treatment empowers patients
to take a proactive, holistic approach to their health, fostering long-term
recovery and an improved quality of life.
If you’re living
with back or neck pain and seeking an effective, science-backed alternative to
opioids, chiropractic care offers a safe and trusted solution. With a focus on
addressing the root cause of pain, this approach allows you to regain control
over your health and well-being.
Come check out
chiropractic care options here in Auburn at Dr. Le's Chiropractic & Wellness, L.L.C. and
discover relief without opioids.
Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Kim Lombardy
on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael
Johnson about how utilizing The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain
Management is beneficial in easing
patient use of opioids to manage their back pain.
TIP OF THE MONTH: Try Sit-To-Stand
Combo Exercise to Help Your Spine!
Keep exercise simple! Pairing
sit-to-stand exercises with blood flow restriction (BFR) could be a
game-changer for those struggling with low back pain. A 2024 study by Lee KH and Chon SC shows
that this powerful duo not only eases pain but also enhances
muscle growth for individuals with back instability. (3) Sit-to-stand
exercises are simple yet effective for building strength and mobility, while
BFR ramps up circulation and triggers muscle adaptation—all without overloading
your spine. Together, they offer a safe and effective approach
for tackling low back pain, helping patients regain strength
and stability in their daily activities.
Bring your spine and all its troubles to us. We’re
here to help. See you soon!
Schedule your Auburn chiropractic
appointment today!