You may have heard the expression, “The body in motion stays in motion.” But what happens when you have restrictions, subluxations or stagnicity in your body? You have a lot of inflammation and poor health. “What chiropractic does is it opens up those channels, so it creates motion in your spine, so you can get nutrition to your brain, your spinal cord, which is basically the keyboard to your nervous system,” shares Dr. Audra Hewett.
The Role of the Nervous System
Your nervous system has two modes of operation: parasympathetic and sympathetic. The parasympathetic system is your “rest and digest” mode, while the sympathetic system is responsible for the “fight or flight” response.
According to Dr. Audra, when you’re in chronic pain or inflammation, your body stays locked in the fight or flight state. Chiropractic care helps shift your nervous system back into rest and digest mode, turning off inflammatory proteins and opening up channels for healing.
Chiropractic adjustments influence the nervous system by targeting specific vertebrae to restore balance. This process taps into the science of neurology to promote healing from within.
Accelerating Healing Through Chiropractic Care
By reducing inflammation and encouraging the body’s natural healing processes, chiropractic care can significantly shorten recovery time. If you’ve been injured and don’t seek treatment, however, healing can take much longer. Chiropractic adjustments expedite the process by activating anti-inflammatory responses in the body.
The Vital Role of Nutrition and Lifestyle
In addition to chiropractic, nutrition and lifestyle are integral to the healing process. “We truly are what we eat. So, if you are having a lot of sugar, if you’re not taking care of yourself, and you’re not drinking water, you’re not going to heal as quickly as someone who takes supplements and takes care of their body nutritionally,” emphasizes Dr. Audra.
In her practice, she integrates exercise recommendations and lifestyle counseling into patients’ care plans.
Optimizing Health Outside the Office
Healing doesn’t stop when you leave our practice. Dr. Audra encourages her patients to adopt healthy habits that enhance the body’s natural ability to heal.
The personalized programs she creates for her patients could include walking, getting sunlight, drinking plenty of water, or taking targeted supplements. It’s about incorporating small but meaningful changes that lead to long-term wellness.
She also provides referrals and additional resources for those who need extra support, ensuring a comprehensive approach to care.
Ready to Feel Your Best?
Schedule your consultation with Dr. Audra today and discover how chiropractic care can help you enjoy the maximum health you deserve.