Chiropractic Therapy for Older Adults in the Philippines

The Philippines is about to see a big change in its population, and it’s safe to say that chiropractic therapy is becoming increasingly important for older adults. The Commission on Population and Development (CPD) says that by 2030, there will be more older people (over 60) and fewer young people (under 15) in the country. This shift means we need better ways, like the said treatment, to help older Filipinos stay healthy, active, and independent as they age.

Aging and the musculoskeletal system

As you get older, your body changes. The cushions between your spine bones wear out, making your back stiff and hurt. Your muscles get smaller and weaker, making it harder to move around. Your bones get thinner and can break more easily. Your joints get stiffer, making it harder to bend and stretch. These changes can also make you less steady on your feet, so you fall more often.

These body changes can cause health problems. Many older people have back and neck pain that doesn’t go away. Joint pain and stiffness are common, too. Sometimes the space in your spine gets too narrow and squeezes nerves, causing pain. Some people get pain that runs down their leg. Your posture might change, like getting a rounded upper back, making it even harder to keep your balance and avoid falls.

Chiropractic: A Wellness Option for Older Adults

As you get older, your body changes in ways that can make daily life harder. Chiropractic treatment gives you a natural way to deal with common problems like stiff joints, back pain, and trouble with balance without using drugs. When doctors of chiropractic fix subluxations or alignment issues in your spine, they help your nerves work better, which can help you move more easily, feel less pain, and keep doing the things you love as you age.

Pain management

Chiropractic treatments can help reduce long-lasting pain from common problems older people have, like arthritis, narrowing of the spine, and worn-out spinal discs. These treatments work by taking pressure off pinched nerves and relaxing tight muscles. This can mean you might not need to take as many pain pills, which is good because those pills often cause unwanted side effects. Chiropractors are particularly good at helping older adults with pain in their lower back, neck, and head.

Improved mobility

Chiropractic therapy gets your joints moving better in your back and arms and legs. Moving well is important for older people to look after themselves. Practitioners of the said therapy use gentle, specific techniques for older adults to loosen up stiff joints and get them working better.

By getting your joints moving more freely chiropractic care combats the stiffness of getting older. When your joints stiffen as you age, adjustments can get them working again so you can move better. This means cooking, cleaning and bathing becomes easier so you can look after yourself for more years.

Enhanced balance and reduced risk of falls

Chiropractic treatment can help you balance better and move more smoothly by putting your spine in the right place and helping your nerves work better. It helps you know where your body is without looking and helps your inner ear work better for balance. That means better posture and fewer falls. Falls are very important for older people because falls can be very injurious and make it hard to live on your own.

By making you balance better chiropractic care prevents injuries and helps older adults stay independent. Since having poor balance makes you more likely to fall, getting the said holistic method to fix these problems is key to keeping older people safe.

Improved Well-being in Later Years: Chiropractic Benefits

Doctors of chiropractic have many ways to treat older people. They might use a small tool that taps on your spine. Or they might use slow movements to get your joints working better. Some use special tables that stretch your back or have cushions that move when they press down. Sometimes they put triangle blocks under your hips to straighten your spine. They also know how to loosen tight muscles and get your joints moving.

Every older person needs their personalized treatment plan. Before treatment starts, chiropractors need to do a full exam and consider any other health issues you may have. Because they have so many gentle techniques, chiropractors can choose the best ones for each person and keep treatment safe and effective.

A Healthier Future: Chiropractic Therapy and Aging Well

As you age, you can make chiropractic part of your healthy lifestyle by following these simple steps. First, talk to your doctor about how it can help you. When looking for a chiropractor try to find one who has worked with many seniors and understands the health issues that come with aging. Let them do a full exam to find out what you need and create a plan just for you. Follow their advice which may include exercises to do at home or changes to your daily habits. Keep communicating with both your chiropractor and other doctors to make sure everyone is on the same page for your health.

For the said holistic approach to help you age well, your healthcare providers need to work together as a team, looking at everything that affects you and what matters most to you. These are what we do at Posture Perfect Chiropractic. Visit us now and find out for yourself how chiropractic can help you age well while sustaining well-being. 

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