Coronavirus Covid-19 and Chiropractic Health Care
We are in interesting and uncertain times with Covid-19 hanging around and as chiropractic Drs, we are concerned. This is a new virus, with unique transmission qualities and we are not sure when will ride its course or the scale of the resulting consequences. You will have received copious amounts of advice from experts around the globe of how to prepare for this pandemic. A great deal of which is centred around “flattening the curve”. That is slowing down the rate of transmission to a level that our health care system can work with. So keeping ourselves healthy, practicing social distancing , limiting travel and sanitising regularly.
How does Chiropractic fit in to Virus impact and Covid-19 ?
We are Doctors of Chiropractic and a such have a holistic perspective on Covid-19. Chiropractors are a vital component of the health care industry. So it goes without saying that human health is our sole focus and specifically with regards to the ‘functioning and performance’ of the human body. This is crucially important to consider because with Covid-19 in full swing, maximising our optimum state of mind and health has never been more vital. We know that by having sound bodies, we are equipped and in the best possible state of health to fight any enemy. In this case a coronavirus – Covid-19.
The Nervous System
Chiropractic care focuses on the nervous system. The nervous system is central to sending communicative messages around the body. These messages contain information, instructing our bodies how to best react in certain situations. Therefore it is imperative, we keep these millions of signals firing fast and efficiently.
That is right, Chiropractic are not just about pain and posture! In the end we are looking to enhance your body by creating a better structure leading to a healthier nervous system and thus the best ability to fight this virus.
The Immune System
The nervous system links up with the immune system. If we can keep our nervous system functioning optimally, we boost our immune systems. Research shows that getting regular adjustments enhances your nervous system.
Studies
The study “Relationship between Vertebral Deformities and Allergic Diseases” indicates there is a close relationship between vertebral subluxation (dysfunction in spinal joints) in the thoracic spine and immune function. This study was done on people who were experiencing dermatitis and other skin issues. A Skin issues are often caused by dysfunction of the immune system leaving the body easily exposed to allergens. After receiving regular chiropractic care, 88% of the participants showed improvements in their skin issues. This concludes that chiropractic care plays a big part of helping to improve your immune system.
Another interesting study showed that receiving a spinal adjustment immediately boosts immune function. The study showed that right after receiving a chiropractic adjustment a “phagocytic respiratory burst of polymorph nuclear neutrophils (PMN) and monocytes” are released. These PMN and monocytes are the white blood cells that goes out into the body to engulf the unwanted and foreign substances.
The above highlight that by receiving chiropractic care, you can immediately boost both your nervous system and immune function. And these are the core systems which keep your body safe from viruses, colds and flus.
Finally, the researchers at Life Chiropractic University adjusted a group of HIV patients for 6months. After 6 months of chiropractic care, patients CD4 cells increased by 48%. CD4 cells area crucial part of our immune system. They send signals for other cells such asphagocytes and CD8 killer cells to eliminate pathogens and foreign substance. While the control group (the people who were not adjusted) showed no signs of improvement and their CD4 countdecreased by 7.96%. This shows that chiropractic care can raise the alertness of your immune system allowing it to increase the likely hood of detecting foreign substances.
Visit your Chiropractor!
We want you to be aware of the power of chiropractic. We are not saying that chiropractic can cure all and 100% prevent you from catching any disease. Based on experience and research, it will however, decrease the likelihood of you being sick by raising your immunity. During this time, it is important more than ever to get checked by your chiropractor to protect you, and the loved ones around you
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