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Healthy News March 2025 Chiropractic Care and Opioid Reduction for Back and Neck Pain

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Back and neck pain remain prominent causes of chronic discomfort, resulting in significant dependency on opioids for relief. However, research shows that chiropractic care may offer an effective, drug-free alternative, minimizing the need for opioids while effectively managing pain.

Chiropractic treatments, such as spinal manipulation and manual decompression, target the root cause of pain by addressing musculoskeletal misalignments. According to a 2025 study by Trager et al., patients receiving chiropractic care for sciatica experienced fewer opioid-related adverse events, highlighting its role in reducing dependency on opioid medications. (1) Likewise, Kruse et al. (2023) reported that patients with failed back surgery syndrome significantly lowered their opioid use after just three months of manual spinal decompression therapy. (2)

The benefits of chiropractic treatment go beyond back pain relief. By reducing reliance on opioids, patients avoid the risk of addiction and the unpleasant side effects often associated with these medications. 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 seeking an effective way to address back or neck pain without opioids, chiropractic therapy is a research-documented alternative backed by science. Experience drug-free pain relief and regain control over your health today.

Explore chiropractic care options here in Murfreesboro at Most Chiropractic Clinic and discover relief without opioids.

Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Kim Lombardy on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson about how using The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management is beneficial in decreasing patient use of opioids to control their back pain.

Murfreesboro chiropractic exercise for back pain relief 

TIP OF THE MONTH: Try Sit-To-Stand Combo Exercise to Help Your Spine!

Simple exercise is often best! Pairing sit-to-stand exercises with blood flow restriction (BFR) could be a game-changer for those struggling with low back pain. According to a study by Lee KH and Chon SC (2024), this unique combination not only enhances pain relief but also promotes muscle growth in individuals with low back instability. (3) Sit-to-stand movements are simple, functional exercises that improve strength and mobility, while BFR increases circulation and targets muscular adaptation without placing undue stress on the back. Together, they offer a safe and effective approach for addressing low back pain, helping patients regain strength and stability in their daily activities.

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