Our chiropractor employs a gentle chiropractic approach to address lower back issues, offering a holistic approach to menstrual pain relief. Two common terms are used to describe the challenges women face during their menstrual cycle:
- Dysmenorrhea: This encompasses physical symptoms like abdominal cramps and lower back pain that occur before menstruation.
- Pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS): This includes cramps along with emotional symptoms.
While many women turn to over-the-counter pain relievers for relief, these medications can sometimes lead to undesirable side effects. Dr. Barnard, our chiropractor, focuses on addressing the root causes of menstrual pain by performing adjustments to release pinched nerves and relax muscles.
Can Chiropractic Care Alleviate PMS Symptoms?
Several nerves responsible for regulating a woman’s reproductive system extend from the lower back vertebrae to the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, supporting muscles, and neighboring areas of the body. These nerves can become compressed due to lower back injuries or prolonged posture issues. Our chiropractor can assist in correcting vertebrae misalignments and providing natural treatments for lower back injuries. Remarkably, many women seeking our chiropractic care for lower back pain have found that the following natural treatment methods have also alleviated their monthly menstrual cramps and associated difficulties:
Chiropractic Care:
Our chiropractor can alleviate pinched nerves, helping regulate the function of reproductive organs and their surrounding tissues effectively.
Therapeutic Exercises:
Our chiropractor can offer guidance on exercises and stretches designed to retrain muscles post-injury, enhance core strength, and promote lumbar posture for long-lasting relief from PMS and back pain.