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Nutritional Approaches to Managing Tonawanda Disc Degeneration

The nutritional aspect of lumbar spinal disc degeneration seemed to be a hot topic this past month. The studies’ findings point to a few things we can do to address disc degeneration. At Chiropractic Spine Sports And Rehabilitation, we typically follow a multi-pronged approach to managing disc degeneration: reducing pain with Cox® spinal manipulation and promoting healthier discs with better diet and nutrition.

DISC DEGENERATION INFLUENCES: Metabolic and Cellular Processes

Some current research has been revealing fascinating connections between our metabolic and cellular processes and their role in spinal degeneration. For instance, Guo et al. (1) found that metabolic syndrome can exacerbate spinal degeneration in patients with lumbar disc herniation, demonstrating just how much systemic factors like overall health can influence spinal health. On the other hand, Feng et al. (2) dove into the world of mitophagy—the process of clearing out damaged mitochondria—within key parts of intervertebral discs like the nucleus pulposus, annulus fibrosus, and cartilage endplate. Their work offers exciting insights into potential therapies for decelerating or even reversing disc degeneration. What does this imply for our daily lives? It’s apparent that spinal degeneration isn’t caused by just one event or issue—it’s a complex process influenced by both systemic issues, like metabolic health, and cellular mechanisms, like mitophagy. This signals the need for a well-rounded approach to spinal care, one that goes beyond just managing symptoms to tackle the root causes. Indeed, a deeper understanding of the intricate cellular processes that drive degeneration is helpful, but lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, stress management, and nutrition are practical.

Tonawanda CHIROPRACTIC NUTRITION TIP: Enhance Quercitrin and Vitamin D Levels

Recent research reports also featured a few tips that can help manage disc degeneration. Wu et al (3) investigated how the compound quercitrin could help treat spinal disc degeneration by reducing inflammation and preventing cell damage. Incorporating quercitrin into future therapies may offer a favorable solution for handling disc degeneration. Li et al (4) detailed how a lack of Vitamin D can worsen spinal disc degeneration by triggering processes that break down the supportive tissue in the discs. Let’s maybe look at adding quercitrin and Vitamin D to your daily nutrition program? We’ll chat at your next Tonawanda chiropractic appointment.

WHAT TO DO?

Don’t let disc degeneration bother you. The reality is that spinal degeneration comes with aging, but taking charge of your spinal health early on can make a huge difference. By understanding the factors involved and adopting protective measures, we can delay or even negate the impact of spinal degeneration, keeping our spines stronger and healthier for longer. It is never too early—or too late—to begin taking care of your spine!

Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. James Cox on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he illustrates the importance of spinal nutrition in The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management to enhance clinical outcomes.

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