March 2025 Healthy News from Moriarty Chiropractic Discover Non-Drug Pain Relief Through Chiropractic Care

Back and neck pain are among the most common causes of chronic discomfort, often leading individuals to rely on opioids for relief. While effective for short-term pain management, opioids carry risks of dependency and side effects. Chiropractic care offers a proven, drug-free alternative that effectively addresses pain at its source, reducing the need for opioid medication.

Chiropractic treatments, including spinal manipulation and manual decompression, focus on correcting musculoskeletal misalignments that contribute to pain. According to a 2025 study by Trager et al., patients receiving chiropractic care for sciatica experienced fewer opioid-related adverse events, highlighting its role in reducing dependency on opioid medications. (1) Likewise, Kruse et al. (2023) reported that patients with failed back surgery syndrome significantly reduced their opioid use after just three months of manual spinal decompression therapy. (2)

The benefits of chiropractic treatment go beyond back pain relief. By reducing reliance on opioids, patients escape the risk of addiction and the unpleasant side effects often associated with these medications. Chiropractic treatment empowers patients to take a proactive, holistic approach to their health, fostering long-term recovery and an improved quality of life.

If you're wanting an effective way to address back or neck pain without opioids, chiropractic therapy is a research-documented alternative backed by science. Experience drug-free pain relief and regain control over your health today.

Explore chiropractic care options at Moriarty Chiropractic and start your journey toward pain relief without the risks of opioids.

Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Kim Lombardy on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson about how using The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management is beneficial in easing patient use of opioids to manage their back pain.

TIP OF THE MONTH: Try Sit-To-Stand Combo Exercise to Help Your Spine!

Simple exercise is often best! Pairing sit-to-stand exercises with blood flow restriction (BFR) could be a game-changer for those struggling with low back pain. A 2024 study by Lee KH and Chon SC demonstrates that this powerful duo not only eases pain but also enhances muscle growth for individuals with back instability. (3) Sit-to-stand exercises are simple yet effective for building strength and mobility, while BFR ramps up circulation and triggers muscle adaptation—all without overloading your back. Together, they offer a safe and effective approach for addressing low back pain, helping patients regain strength and stability in their daily activities.

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