How Chiropractic Can Improve Range Of Motion

At Wills Chiropractic, we often see patients with a limited range of motion, which can negatively impact their daily lives. Learn how chiropractic and massage therapy can improve mobility and flexibility.

What is Range of Motion?

The range of motion of the body is crucial to proper movement. Pain or discomfort may result from restricted range of motion, making moving some body parts difficult. An individual joint or body part's range of motion (ROM) is expressed in degrees, and it indicates the amount of movement that can be performed in that region. ROM is a measure of flexibility and determines the freedom of movement of a body part. An injury, trauma, or medical condition may severely restrict the range of motion. For instance, if a patient suffers from back pain, neck pain, or shoulder pain, these areas may feel stiff, tight, and sore. As a result, these symptoms can make carrying out daily activities difficult. Compensatory patterns may even develop, causing further dysfunction. In most cases, chiropractic can alleviate these issues before they reach that point and prevent injuries from occurring in the future.

Mobility and Flexibility With Chiropractic

Physical therapists are often thought of as experts in improving range of motion, but did you know chiropractors can also help with mobility? Stretches and manipulations performed by a chiropractor can help you regain movement.

CHIROPRACTIC MANIPULATIONS

A misaligned body may limit your back, neck, or shoulders range of motion. This is because the spine, joints, and muscles are designed to work together. However, injuries and normal wear and tear can result in things falling out of alignment and limiting your mobility. Adjustments by a chiropractor can restore your body's natural alignment, allowing it to move as it was intended.

CHIROPRACTIC MASSAGE

The restricted range of motion that results from stiff muscles or inflamed muscles can be painful. The more you use your strained muscles, the more limited your range of motion. You might be able to loosen up and improve circulation with the help of a soft tissue massage from a massage therapist. This will relieve tight muscles, therefore improving mobility and flexibility.

CHIROPRACTIC EXERCISES

Chiropractic care may also provide you with exercises and stretches similar to those found in physical therapy to help mobilize your restricted joints. By passively moving your body parts and teaching you exercises that you can do at home, you can effectively improve mobility and flexibility. This will help prevent injuries in the future.

Have you been experiencing issues with your range of motion? Then a visit to Wills Chiropractic may be able to help! To schedule an appointment, click here. At Wills Chiropractic, we aim to improve mobility and flexibility in your entire body.

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