Fort Wayne back pain is a familiar malady
that can cause lost work days, decreased
productivity, and failed opportunities for physical activity. This kind
of pain is manytimes the result of an underlying musculoskeletal
disorder and can vary in severity from mild to debilitating. While
there is no singular solution for everyone, Aaron Chiropractic Clinic 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 decreasing back pain and
other musculoskeletal conditions.
BACK PAIN AND B VITAMINS
As any Fort Wayne 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 detailed in a new study about the
involvement of neuropathic and nociceptive issues. A B vitamin complex of thiamine, pyridoxine, and
cyanocobalamin (though Aaron Chiropractic Clinic would suggest 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) Aaron Chiropractic Clinic found this to be straightforward yet
impressive 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 decrease pain by increasing
nerve conduction speed and muscle contraction strength.
Aaron Chiropractic Clinic also reminds our Fort Wayne back
pain patients that, in addition to supplementing with these vitamins, research proposes
that lifestyle changes like getting more exercise
or improving posture may also help reduce
back pain due to their positive effect
on overall health. Another positive benefit B
vitamin supplements is that they may improve sleep quality which can lead to improved recovery from
exercise or injury related stress.
Finally, B vitamins have been linked to
better mental health which could help reduce
the likelihood of depression or anxiety which may further exacerbate
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 assured;
however, research does suggest that taking a B vitamin supplement could benefit those who are dealing with chronic
back or joint pain.
CONTACT Aaron Chiropractic Clinic
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Kelly Brinkman on The Back Doctors Podcast with
Dr. Michael Johnson as she describes The Cox® Technic
System of Spinal Pain Management incorporation to guide a chronic
back pain sufferer toward relief.
If you’re suffering from chronic back or joint
pain, it is 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
are seeking relief from your musculoskeletal
discomfort. Make your Fort Wayne chiropractic appointment
soon to start your journey to pain relief.