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According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, about 70 million people per year across the country suffer from some kind of sleep disorder. That’s roughly 21% of the U.S. population. There are plenty of tools and techniques available to those who struggle to get a restful sleep. But maybe you’ve tried all the tips and tricks: exercise, sleep masks, schedule changes, blue-light limitation, etc. What else is there to do?

DiBella Chiropractic Center is here to offer an alternative solution. Quality rest is essential to daily function, and lack of sleep can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, irritability, and difficulty concentrating. Chiropractic can help you reclaim your sleep time and take back your life. But how exactly can we help? Let’s dive a little deeper into the link between chiropractic care and better, healthier rest.

First, chiropractors are the ideal physicians to evaluate your sleeping habits and recommend changes that would improve your rest. Something as simple as your sleep position could cause shifts in your skeleton, leading to discomfort and restlessness. You may even be recommended a special mattress or pillow that conforms to your body and the way you sleep.

Second, chiropractic adjustments do wonders for pain and discomfort in your body. Many people have trouble falling asleep because of soreness in their neck, shoulders, back, or legs. A chiropractor can help alleviate symptoms and restore alignment to your vertebrae with gentle spinal manipulations. This will improve day-to-day function, as well as promoting healthy sleep.

Finally, stress and anxiety are particularly burdensome when trying to fall asleep. Surely most people can relate to lying awake at night, your brain still spinning a hundred miles an hour, unable to switch it off. In fact, many sleep disorders are linked to an overactive nervous system. Chiropractic adjustments are the ideal way of treating stress and anxiety, eliminating tension in muscles, and promoting relaxation.

If you’re suffering from poor-quality sleep, we encourage you to seek treatment at your local chiropractor. Here at DiBella Chiropractic Center, we work closely with our patients to achieve their goals and promote healthier rest. Our office is located in Gastonia, NC. Contact us to schedule a consultation, or swing by our offices today. We look forward to helping you get back into a restful sleep schedule!

According to statistics presented by the National Library of Medicine, roughly 80% of people around the world have been or will be affected by back pain. This percentage far exceeds even the most serious conditions, making it one of the most common ailments in the United States and the world at large. When a person is experiencing pain, typically their first instinct is to go to the doctor’s office for a check-up. Better to be safe than sorry.

But what if there was another alternative? A doctor’s office is well-equipped to evaluate overall health and wellness, but there are other specialists who are better equipped to diagnose and treat localized pain. Plus, an appointment with a general practitioner may cost almost double the amount charged for a visit to a specialist like a chiropractor. Chiropractors are especially helpful for patients who are experiencing debilitating pain or weakness due to misalignment of the spine.

When it comes to cost, chiropractic care is much cheaper than a visit to your doctor’s office. A single chiropractor appointment may start as low as $30 without insurance, depending on the treatments and tests that are performed. A general practitioner will charge roughly $80 or more for a single visit. Those who qualify for Medicare are covered under Part B (medical insurance) of the plan. In these cases, the patient pays 20% of the final medical bill. This coverage includes both doctor’s visits and chiropractic appointments, though Medicare will not pay for anything beyond the cost of spinal manipulation.

According to The Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine, replacing a visit to the doctor with a visit to the chiropractor when experiencing back pain could save Medicare $83.5 million annually. It makes perfect sense when you consider the facts: chiropractors are cheap, efficient, and they have a specific skillset built around comprehensive knowledge of the spine. For the 80% of the world’s population that is suffering from back pain, chiropractic will save them money while offering relief from symptoms. Not only that, but a cheaper copay means that the federal government is saving money on Medicare as well.

Next time you are experiencing headaches, fatigue, dizziness, or pain, consider visiting a chiropractor. If you’re looking for a practice to call home, we invite you to join us here at DiBella Chiropractic Center. Contact us today, or drop by our offices located in Gastonia, NC. We look forward to serving you!

As chiropractic becomes a more well-known and widespread practice, people have begun to learn of its many benefits. Chiropractic is a holistic practice that focuses on the health and wellness of your body as a whole, including how the various parts and systems interact with one another. When new patients begin their treatment, it’s not uncommon for them to already possess a basic understanding of how your spine affects your body, most notably when it comes to pain, headaches, energy, and immunity.

There is, however, one major benefit that many people overlook. According to the National Institutes of Health, 60 to 70 million people are affected by digestive diseases. Chiropractic is an excellent treatment option when it comes to digestive health. How can that be? What makes chiropractic such an effective method when it comes to issues of the stomach and the gut? Read on for a deep dive on the subject.

To understand how the digestive system could be impacted by spinal misalignment, you must understand how your body communicates with itself. Your brain is the command center, sending electrical signals that help you respond to both internal and external stimuli. This is where the spinal cord comes in. Housed inside the protective sheath of the vertebrae, your spinal cord manages and transfers these signals from the brain to the rest of the body.

Your spine is remarkably strong and flexible, but it’s not immune to injury. Sometimes the vertebrae that make up your spinal column shift and move in a process or state known as “subluxation.” This may cause the discs to pinch and compress the nerves inside, cutting off the proper flow of electrical information. Pinched nerves in the spine are the leading cause of pain, headaches, and unoptimized bodily functions, including digestion. When your digestive tract is not operating at maximum efficiency, this dysfunction may lead to a number of symptoms. Everything from gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) to substance intolerances to general pain and discomfort in the abdominal region can be traced back to the digestive system.

Chiropractors are specially trained in the practice of realigning the vertebrae of the spine through gentle, unobtrusive adjustments. Through a series of adjustments and spinal stretches and exercises, a patient struggling with digestive health can treat their subluxation and be restored to full health. Here at DiBella Chiropractic, we treat patients with digestive health issues all the time. We invite you to contact us with any questions you may have. Say goodbye to abdominal cramps and heartburn, and schedule a consultation with us today!

Here at DiBella Chiropractic, we care about your spine. We know that your overall health, including immune system and digestive health, hinges on the safety and effectiveness of your spinal cord. The spinal cord transfers signals from your brain to the rest of the body. But what if your spinal cord is not able to function properly? What if the spine is crooked or misaligned, pinching the nerves of the spinal cord and preventing proper flow?

The truth is, this is a common problem in most adults. Over time your vertebrae will shift and move slightly, even after regular activities such as sitting, standing, and exercising. But some individuals have a chronic condition known as scoliosis. Scoliosis is an unnatural curvature of the spine in which the vertebrae bend to the side. The good news is that scoliosis is typically fairly mild, though it can worsen with age. Read on for a summary of symptoms, causes, and how chiropractic can help.

First, how do you know if you or someone close to you has scoliosis? It’s typically diagnosed as an adolescent, but it could go unnoticed until later in life. In this case, the symptoms would grow increasingly prevalent if left unchecked. Let’s take a look at some common symptoms now:

• Shoulders and/or hips are uneven when sitting or standing in a relaxed posture
• Posture curves slightly to the right or the left
• Numbness, weakness, or pain in back, legs, and feet
• Difficulty breathing

There are a number of potential causes for this condition. Have a look at the list below:

• Birth defects or structural abnormalities
• Severe direct injury to the spine
• Invasive surgery as an infant
• Neuromuscular conditions, including muscular dystrophy and cerebral palsy

If you are undiagnosed but have any of the symptoms listed above, consult your physician to discuss options. One of the things you can do for yourself is schedule an appointment with a chiropractor. A chiropractor performs gentle, non-invasive adjustments on a patient’s spine to alleviate symptoms and promote overall health. Chiropractic cannot promise to fully straighten a spine affected by scoliosis, but there have been reports of significant improvement when it comes to overall curvature, symptoms, and quality of life.

If you’re suffering from scoliosis or scoliotic symptoms, schedule an appointment with a doctor here at DiBella Chiropractic. We would love to walk you through the benefits of chiropractic care and discuss a treatment plan. Contact us and get started today!