West Des Moines back pain is a common problem
that can result in lost work days, decreased
productivity, and missed 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 one-size-fits-all
solution, Executive Chiropractic of Iowa is eager to present recent
research that has uncovered some promising evidence
about the role of B vitamins—particularly thiamine (B1),
pyridoxine (B6), and cobalamin (B12)—in reducing back pain and
other musculoskeletal conditions.
BACK PAIN AND B VITAMINS
As any West Des Moines musculoskeletal pain sufferer realizes,
conditions like low back, neck pain, radicular arm pain, sciatic leg pain, etc.
impact work and daily functioning. Such musculoskeletal pain typically
is a “mixed” type pain as detailed in a new study about how neuropathic and nociceptive
issues are involved. A B vitamin complex of thiamine, pyridoxine, and
cyanocobalamin (though Executive Chiropractic of Iowa 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) Executive Chiropractic of Iowa 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 down, it can lead to heightened
inflammation that contributes to back pain and other
musculoskeletal issues. Studies have documented that supplementing
with these important vitamins can help reduce pain by boosting
nerve conduction speed and muscle contraction strength.
Executive Chiropractic of Iowa also reminds our West Des Moines back
pain patients that, in addition to supplementing with these vitamins, research suggests
that lifestyle changes like getting more exercise
or working on better posture may also help decrease
back pain via their positive effect
on overall health. Another potential benefit B
vitamin supplements is that they may improve the quality of
sleep which can lead to improved recovery from
exercise or injury related stress.
Finally, B vitamins have been associated with
enhanced mental health which could help decrease
the likelihood of depression or anxiety which may further aggravate
existing back or joint pain symptoms. Back pain can certainly
be frustrating. It can get a West Des Moines back pain sufferer down! It's
important to note that these benefits are not guaranteed;
however, research does suggest that taking a B vitamin supplement could benefit those struggling with chronic
back or joint pain.
CONTACT Executive Chiropractic of Iowa
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Kelly Brinkman on The Back Doctors Podcast with
Dr. Michael Johnson as she illustrates The Cox® Technic
System of Spinal Pain Management integration to help a patient with chronic back pain find
relief.
If you are suffering from chronic back or joint
pain, it’s important to speak with your West Des Moines
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 all sorts of options out if you
are looking for relief from your musculoskeletal
discomfort. Make your West Des Moines chiropractic appointment
soon to start your trip to pain relief.