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Did you know that around 50-70 million adults in the US have a sleep disorder? An insufficient amount of sleep can be associated with health problems that result in muscle pain. Well there is some good news, chiropractic care from Back and Body NY can help improve sleep, but how?
From what researchers understand, the relationship between sleep and muscle pain is bi directional. This means that people with a sleep disorder are more likely to have muscle pain, and vice versa.
Chiropractic care has been studied in those who have certain sleep related disorders, such as fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia includes sleep issues, fatigue, and pain in the body. A study conducted in 2000 found that fibromyalgia patients who receive 30 chiropractic treatments experienced improved symptoms.
Low back and neck pain are common sleep interfering conditions, and chiropractic care has been proven and even recommended to help.
Back and Body NY wants you to know that there are endless treatments to help with sleep troubles: manipulation, mobilization, and soft-tissue work that helps relax the nervous system; nutritional approaches, like melatonin, L-theanine, 5-HTP (5-hydroxy-tryptophan), and valerian root; weight management (obesity is a risk factor for insomnia); and education/advice on sleeping position, napping, relaxation methods (breathing exercises, mindful meditation), no “screen-time” prior to bed, pillow placement and size, and even more.
Sleep problems and muscle pain affect many people. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, do not hesitate to reach out to Back and Body NY.
If you are in pain, suffer from back pain, neck pain, headaches or whatever, come in and see us, we can help. We also accept insurance and would be delighted to help you out of pain. Call us today or Schedule an appointment.
Dr Shan Sivendra MD is the founder and medical director of Back and Body Medical in Midtown Manhattan. A board-certified medical doctor, certified acupuncturist, and Director of House Physicians at St. Barnabas Medical Center, Dr Sivendra has been practicing in New York since 1995.
He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Saint Barnabas Medical Center (affiliated with Mount Sinai School of Medicine) and received the Resident Research Award for three consecutive years.
Dr Sivendra has a background spanning internal medicine, pain management, and conservative spine rehabilitation, and was licensed in both the US and the UK.
At Back and Body Medical, he leads a multidisciplinary team of chiropractors, physical therapists, and acupuncturists dedicated to helping patients recover from pain without surgery or unnecessary medication.
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