Most people do not think about the fact that they need an Antioch chiropractor until they are in so much pain that they can no longer function or focus on their daily tasks. However, there are a few simple tips that will be a sure sign that you should see a chiropractor that will help you to stay out of pain and be an active participant in your health and wellness.

If you have been in an accident, taken a fall, or slipped and caught yourself before you went down, you should see a chiropractor. Even if you are not feeling any pain, there is a good possibility that you have injured your neck, back or hips. You may not feel the pain for a day or week after your have been injured. By this time there is muscle and tissue swelling, damage and stiffness that will make moving and functioning more difficult. By visiting a chiropractor before the pain starts, he will be able to more easily realign the compressed discs and give you the proper care to avoid the swelling and stiffness and you will be able to avoid a lengthy healing time.

A person who spends their day in a job where they maintain the same position for several hours, will often suffer from pain in the neck and shoulders. But, they may also suffer from severe headache pain. This can be avoided, by starting a wellness program that includes regular chiropractic care. The doctor will provide the care needed to keep the circulation in your spine flowing properly and help you avoid headache pain.

If you are working in a stressful environment or have had a major life event occur that is causing depression, lack of sleep, etc., you should see a chiropractor to help you with the physical conditions that are caused by stress. Besides the fact that the muscles of the body become tense when a person in a stressful environment, many people suffer from severe migraine headache pain.

The doctor will evaluate the areas of the body that are affected or injured and discuss what triggers the pain. When he has conducted a thorough physical examination and taken x-rays to determine any misalignments in the neck and back, the doctor will evaluate all of the information that has been collected.

After analyzing all of the information, the chiropractor will develop a plan for care that may include a change in diet, lifestyle and exercise. Many people do not get enough of the vitamins and nutrients that are required by the body to heal and regenerate damaged tissues and cells quickly and effectively.

The Antioch chiropractor will also recommend exercises that will strengthen the muscles supporting the back, shoulders and neck. This will help you to avoid the strain and pain that is caused by spending time in a prolonged position.

The doctor will also teach you stress management and relaxation techniques that will help you to proactively address the triggers that occur which cause the headache and body pain. Through a sustained program that focuses holistically on the body, you can become a proactive participant in your health and wellness and begin to feel more energy, flexibility, and control over your life.

Author Bio: Dr. Sean K. Wright, Antioch Chiropractor and the Wright Start Family Wellness Center are committed to empowering individuals to increase their quality of life and become active participants in their health and wellness. Visit http://thewrightstart.com today or call 925-757-3309 for more information.

Category: Wellness, Fitness and Diet
Keywords: chiropractic, chiropractor, alternative health, pain management, stress management