Why Am I in Pain?

If you are in pain, it is a warning from your body that something is not working properly. Pain itself can limit your quality of life, and dealing with pain can become difficult and exhausting.

Understanding the underlying problem and the cause of the pain can be even more difficult and confusing. Whether you know the source of your pain or not, our goal is to help you understand the underlying issue, what may be happening within your body, and what can be done to reduce your pain and improve your quality of life.

Understanding the problem is fundamental to finding the solution.

The Nervous System and Pain

The nervous system controls communication throughout the body and plays an important role in how you move, function, and experience pain.

When part of the nervous system is injured, irritated, or dysfunctional, symptoms can include pain, weakness, numbness, tingling, or other changes in normal function.

Spinal Joint Dysfunction (SJD)

Spinal Joint Dysfunction (SJD) refers to abnormal or restricted function within the joints of the spinal column. Problems involving spinal joints and surrounding tissues can contribute to pain, stiffness, reduced mobility, muscle tension, and other musculoskeletal symptoms.

Spinal joint dysfunction can occur for many reasons, including injury, degeneration, repetitive activity, prolonged poor posture, and other physical stresses placed on the body.

The location and nature of your symptoms can vary depending on which structures are involved. Neck and back problems may also be associated with symptoms extending into the shoulders, arms, hips, or legs, as well as certain types of headaches.

The Nervous System Can Be Improved

Chiropractic care focuses on evaluating the spine, joints, muscles, and nervous system to identify areas that may be contributing to pain or impaired function.

Spinal manipulation, commonly referred to as a chiropractic adjustment, is one of the methods chiropractors use to address restricted spinal joint movement. Depending on your individual condition, care may also include other approaches intended to improve mobility and function.

At Chapel Hill Chiropractic Centre, our goal is to identify the factors contributing to your symptoms and develop an individualized approach to help reduce pain, improve movement, and help you return to the activities you enjoy.