BIRMINGHAM, Ala., April 16, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Patients are becoming aware of the serious risks of addiction associated with prescription opioids and other prescribed painkillers, as well as the risk of significant side effects. Patients who want a safe and conservative approach to pain management are now seeking chiropractic care as part of their treatment program. Chiropractors use non-invasive techniques to gently realign the spine, decreasing pressure on sensitive nerves and promoting the healing process naturally. People suffering from chronic and acute pain, car injuries, and sports injuries may experience pain relief from the targeted chiropractic treatments available at Back on Track Chiropractic and Wellness Center.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 25 percent of patients who receive prescription opioids as part of long-term treatment for non-cancer pain develop an addiction. Over 1,000 people seek emergency care daily due to misuse of prescription opioids. Deaths due to opioids are on the rise, as the number of deaths has quadrupled since 1999. Prescription drugs that numb the pain can be harmful to patients as individuals may believe that the condition has healed or is less severe than the reality and may perform activities that can cause additional injury. Conservative approaches to pain management are now recommended as part of initial treatment programs, as the overuse of prescription opioids has led to serious, and often deadly, consequences.
Chiropractic has gained more support from a growing body of research. Patients often benefit from the pain relief that results from gentle spinal manipulations that reduce pressure and can promote healing of an injured area. A patient’s treatment program at Back on Track Chiropractic and Wellness Center may include manual techniques, corrective exercises, and complementing services to support pain management goals. Children, teenagers, and adults of any age can benefit from chiropractic treatments. Anyone experiencing neck pain, back pain, or persistent headaches may want to explore how chiropractic care may help them feel better without medication.
“Chiropractic is now recommended as part of new guidelines from the American College of Physicians for pain management,” said Dr. Scott Duca. “Chiropractic treatments are part of the conservative care options available to patients to promote healing and reduce pain at our clinic.”
Dr. Scott Duca at Back on Track Chiropractic and Wellness Center has served residents of Birmingham, Homewood, and Vestavia Hills since 1995. Their chiropractic team offers patients comprehensive chiropractic services that include spinal adjustments, sports injury treatment, custom orthotics, nutritional counseling, and preventative wellness care. Dr. Duca is dedicated to helping patients lead healthier and more active lives, serving as a trusted advisor for patients with chronic pain or injury.
Call (205) 942-4243 to discuss alternative pain management with chiropractic care or to schedule an appointment. Visit http://ducachiropractic.com/ for details.