Research Sheds Light On Chiropractic and M.S. in Royersford, PA

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system. How and why certain people develop MS is unknown, but it’s possible that injury or damage to the spine can lead to MS symptoms such as numbness and tingling in extremities or the face, walking difficulties, weakness, dizziness/vertigo, vision problems, and bladder/bowel problems, just to name a few.

Scientific research and the use of MRIs have uncovered that some MS symptoms can be traced back to misaligned vertebrae, even when the misalignment occurred during injury years prior to the onset of symptoms. Also called subluxations, these vertebrae obstruct nerve function and the free flow of “cerebrospinal fluid” which flows throughout the brain and spinal cord. The subluxations increase pressure in the skull and cause leakage into the surrounding brain tissue. The protein contained in the leakage can cause an autoimmune reaction in the brain and lead to many MS symptoms.

Alleviating MS Symptoms With Chiropractic Adjustments
When MS symptoms are caused by subluxations, chiropractic adjustments present the possibility of a very successful treatment option. Specific adjustments are able to release pressure, remove obstructions, and allow the free flow of cerebrospinal fluid, which allows the body to recover naturally.

Visit Beacon Of Life Chiropractic After Any Accident Or Injury
Chiropractic care is particularly important after an injury has occurred, even if there are no symptoms present right away. When injuries don’t cause us pain or discomfort we tend to brush them off, but this is risky. An unaddressed injury can cause small problems, like a vertebra misaligned by just a millimeter, to compound over the years and present as something as mystifying as MS.

It is well worth a visit to the chiropractor after an accident or injury; just for a check-up. A quick evaluation and examination can uncover any concerns, allowing you to take action right away and minimize possible health risks. Beacon of Life Chiropractic works with patients suffering from a variety of conditions to help them regain their health.