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Fort Wayne Back Pain and Musculoskeletal Conditions and B Vitamins

Fort Wayne back pain is a common malady that can cause lost work days, reduced productivity, and failed opportunities for physical activity. This type of pain is often the result of an underlying musculoskeletal disorder and can range in severity from mild to debilitating. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution, Cox Chiropractic Medicine Inc is eager to share recent research that has exposed some promising evidence about the role of B vitamins—namely thiamine (B1), pyridoxine (B6), and cobalamin (B12)—in reducing back pain and other musculoskeletal conditions.

BACK PAIN AND B VITAMINS

As any Fort Wayne musculoskeletal pain sufferer realizes, conditions like low back, neck pain, radicular arm pain, sciatic leg pain, etc. affect work and daily functioning. Such musculoskeletal pain often is a “mixed” type pain as detailed in a new study about the involvement of neuropathic and nociceptive issues. A B vitamin complex of thiamine, pyridoxine, and cyanocobalamin (though Cox Chiropractic Medicine Inc would propose methylcobalamine) was therapeutic in calming mixed pain via antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, antiallodynic, anti-hyperalgesic, and neuromodulatory effects on the overall pain system. (1,2) Cox Chiropractic Medicine Inc found this to be simple yet impressive research.

HOW B VITAMINS HELP WITH PAIN RELIEF

The three key B vitamins—thiamine, pyridoxine, and cobalamin—are necessary for nerve conduction and muscle contraction. When levels are down, it can lead to increased inflammation that is a factor in back pain and other musculoskeletal issues. Studies have documented that supplementing with these important vitamins can help reduce pain by boosting nerve conduction speed and muscle contraction strength.

Cox Chiropractic Medicine Inc also reminds our Fort Wayne back pain patients that, in addition to supplementing with these vitamins, research suggests that lifestyle changes like getting more exercise or working on better posture may also help decrease back pain due to their beneficial effect on overall health. Another positive benefit B vitamin supplements is that they may enhanced sleep quality which can lead to better recovery from exercise or injury related stress.

Finally, B vitamins have been associated with improved mental health which could help decrease the likelihood of depression or anxiety which may further aggravate current back or joint pain symptoms. Back pain can surely be frustrating. It can get a Fort Wayne back pain sufferer down! It's important to note that these benefits are not guaranteed; however, research does suggest that taking a B vitamin supplement could benefit those who are dealing with chronic back or joint pain.

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Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Kelly Brinkman on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as she illustrates The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management incorporation to guide a chronic back pain sufferer toward relief.

If you are suffering from chronic back or joint pain, it’s important to talk with your Fort Wayne chiropractor before starting any sort of supplementation regimen involving thiamine (B1), pyridoxine (B6), cobalamin (B12). Supplementation should be used as part of an overall treatment plan. The good news is there are options available if you’re seeking relief from your musculoskeletal discomfort. Schedule your Fort Wayne chiropractic appointment soon to begin your trip to pain relief. 

 
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