Fernandina Beach back pain is a familiar problem
that can cause lost work days, reduced
productivity, and missed opportunities for physical activity. This kind
of pain is manytimes the result of an underlying musculoskeletal
disorder and can range in severity from mild to debilitating. While
there isn’t a one-size-fits-all
solution, Amelia Chiropractic Clinic is excited to present new
research that has exposed 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 Fernandina Beach 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 described in a new study about how neuropathic and nociceptive
issues are involved. A B vitamin complex of thiamine, pyridoxine, and
cyanocobalamin (though Amelia Chiropractic Clinic would propose 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) Amelia Chiropractic Clinic 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 low, it can lead to increased
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.
Amelia Chiropractic Clinic also reminds our Fernandina Beach back
pain patients that, in addition to supplementing with these vitamins, research suggests
that lifestyle changes like exercising more
or improving posture may also help decrease
back pain via their positive impact
on overall health. Another potential benefit B
vitamin supplements is that they may improve sleep quality which can lead to better recovery from
exercise or injury related stress.
Finally, B vitamins have been associated with
better mental health which could help reduce
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 Fernandina Beach 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 be
beneficial for those who are dealing with chronic
back or joint pain.
CONTACT Amelia Chiropractic Clinic
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Kelly Brinkman on The Back Doctors Podcast with
Dr. Michael Johnson as she describes 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 Fernandina Beach
chiropractor before beginning 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 options available if you’re seeking relief from your musculoskeletal
discomfort. Schedule your Fernandina Beach chiropractic appointment
soon to begin your journey to pain relief.