It’s time we tackle a real crappy subject. Pardon our potty mouths, but occasionally, in the world of chiropractic care, we have to dig deep into the bowels - of the long list of benefits of chiropractic care, that is!

Let’s face it. Constipation affects more people than it doesn’t – about 4 million of us each year, to be exact. Constipation is one of the most uncomfortable ailments we face in our daily lives, and when constipation becomes chronic, it can have some ugly side effects as well. Chronic constipation is an often-debilitating condition resulting in 2.5 million doctor visits each year, and involves consistent difficulty with going number two, or in layman’s terms, defecating. Chronic constipation occurs when your colon absorbs too much water or when it’s muscle contractions become sluggish, causing stool to pass through your colon more slowly then it should and making it very difficult to eliminate. The people most likely to suffer from constipation are women and children, men and women over the age of 65, and those who are pregnant.

Some other causes of constipation include:

  • A poor diet couple with a lack of fiber
  • Certain medical conditions such as diabetes and Parkinson’s Disease
  • Pregnancy
  • Certain medications
  • Travel
  • Sedentary living
  • Dehydration
  • Decreased nerve impulses/subluxations to lumbar nerves

Sure, there are plenty of “quick-fixes” on the market for constipation, involving over the counter laxatives that can make you feel uncomfortable and dependent on it’s benefits. However, finding real, safe, and dependable treatment for constipation is not a hopeless case! If you are seeking some relief for irregular or chronic constipation, it’s time to consider chiropractic care for the relief of constipation!

So how can one of South Florida’s leading chiropractors help get you feeling comfortable again? Simple! Chiropractic adjustments can play a critical role in relieving chronic constipation.

A study published in 2007 in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, reports that manual medicine techniques (including sacral area adjustments and abdominal massage) may cause a dramatic improvement in bowel function in some cases of chronic constipation.

At Dr. Gena Chiropractic, our views on chiropractic care have become synonymous with a well-rounded and healthy lifestyle. To learn more about some of the other measures you can take to relieve your constipation issues, visit our office in Plantation, located just outside Fort Lauderdale.

Remember, your health is in your hands, but Dr. Gena’s hands are here to help!

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