As older individuals lose bone density with age, maintaining proper joint function can be difficult.
We’ve all heard the old adage, “Use it or lose it.” It’s especially true when it comes to joint function.
As we age, many of us suffer from a loss of joint mobility. Morning
stiffness starts to show up. Or it may take extra time to recover after
getting up out of a chair or driving for a long distance. Knees, hips,
shoulders and elbows are common culprits. Perhaps less obvious, but even
more important are the joints of the spine.
Those of us with the various stresses that come from circling the sun
for 40, 50, 60 or more times, start to feel the brunt of the lifelong
cumulative effects of insults and injuries to the spine. That’s why
chiropractic care later on in life can be especially helpful.
Besides helping to keep spinal joints functioning as optimally as
possible, many seniors choose some type of regular chiropractic care
for:
Better balance – Falling is often the beginning of
the end for the elderly. The inactivity resulting from mending a broken
hip can prevent the movement so essential for good health. There is even
some research to suggest that chiropractic care can help the elderly
maintain better balance.
Increased vitality – With the nervous system focus
of chiropractic care, many patients report better sleep, more energy and
a greater sense of well-being when they get adjusted regularly.
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