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Tonawanda Back Pain and Musculoskeletal Conditions and B Vitamins

Tonawanda back pain is a common problem that can cause lost work days, reduced productivity, and missed opportunities for physical activity. This kind of pain is manytimes the result of an underlying musculoskeletal disorder and can range in severity from mild to debilitating. While there isn’t a singular solution for everyone, Chiropractic Spine Sports And Rehabilitation is eager to present new research that has uncovered some hopeful evidence about the role of B vitamins—particularly thiamine (B1), pyridoxine (B6), and cobalamin (B12)—in reducing back pain and other musculoskeletal conditions.

BACK PAIN AND B VITAMINS

As any Tonawanda musculoskeletal pain sufferer knows, conditions like low back, neck pain, radicular arm pain, sciatic leg pain, etc. affect work and daily functioning. Such musculoskeletal pain typically is a “mixed” type pain as described in a new study about how neuropathic and nociceptive issues are involved. A B vitamin complex of thiamine, pyridoxine, and cyanocobalamin (though Chiropractic Spine Sports And Rehabilitation would suggest methylcobalamine) was therapeutic in calming mixed pain via antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, antiallodynic, anti-hyperalgesic, and neuromodulatory effects on the general pain system. (1,2) Chiropractic Spine Sports And Rehabilitation found this to be straightforward yet striking research.

HOW B VITAMINS HELP WITH PAIN RELIEF

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

Chiropractic Spine Sports And Rehabilitation also reminds our Tonawanda back pain patients that, in addition to supplementing with these vitamins, research suggests that lifestyle changes such as getting more exercise or working on better posture may also help reduce back pain via their beneficial effect on overall health. Another positive benefit B vitamin supplements is that they may improve sleep quality which can lead to better recovery from exercise or injury related stress.

Finally, B vitamins have been linked to improved mental health which could help reduce 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 Tonawanda back pain sufferer down! It's important to note that these benefits are not assured; however, research does suggest that taking a B vitamin supplement could be beneficial for 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 integration to guide a chronic back pain sufferer toward relief.

If you’re suffering from chronic back or joint pain, it is important to speak with your Tonawanda chiropractor before starting any type 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 all sorts of options out if you are seeking relief from your musculoskeletal discomfort. Make your Tonawanda chiropractic appointment soon to start your trip to pain relief. 

 
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