Chiropractic is based on the concept of allowing your body to heal naturally through spinal adjustments and lifestyle changes that promote overall health. For Sweeney Chiropractic, this involves working to restore your body's normal functioning to prevent the need for medications or surgical treatments. We find that most of our Nashville patients are pleased to find a natural answer for their health problems.
One benefit of chiropractic adjustments is that it helps people reduce or eliminate the use of narcotics. Prescription medications are commonly supplied to individuals who have back soreness. This is such a significant problem that the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) issued a press release stating that opioid (painkiller) dangers outweigh the benefits when prescribed for back pain.
Some of the most popular narcotics, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, include hydrocodone (Vicodin), oxycodone (OxyContin and Percocet), morphine, and codeine. Statistics presented by the AAN cite the fact that about half of the people taking these drugs for a period of three months are still taking them five years down the road. This can further complicate the issue of back pain and recovery, especially if an narcotic dependency occurs.
Contrast that to chiropractic which features natural healing and the benefits are clear. While a pill might be useful at temporarily relieving the symptoms of a health issue, it's not a real solution to the problem. A drug won't mend your damaged spine; it will only cover up the pain.
Sweeney Chiropractic will first examine you to get to the origin of your back problems and then work with you to address the spinal interference -- without any risky drugs.
If you're ready for relief, naturally, give our Nashville office a call at (615) 331-7040 to make an appointment with Sweeney Chiropractic.
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Dr. Jim Sweeney & Dr. Jon Sweeney, your Nashville Chiropractors and Palmer College of Chiropractic West graduates, provide quality chiropractic care to patients in Nashville, TN. If you suffer from back pain, neck pain, headache, sciatica or have been in an auto collision, Sweeney Chiropractic can get you back on the road to health.
