Senior Care

Chiropractic fosters a host of special benefits for seniors including: increased balance and coordination, decreased risk of falls, increased range of motion in spine and extremities, pain relief, prevention of spinal degeneration and general well being!

Is chiropractic safe for seniors?

YES! Studies have shown low rates of adverse events from chiropractic care with seniors, with no serious adverse events reports. Results from a study comparing age 75+ chiropractic patients vs non-chiropractic patients have shown better overall health, spent fewer days in hospitals or nursing homes, were more likely to exercise regularly and were more active in their communities.

Prevention of spinal degeneration

One of the most common concerns among those age 65 and older is arthritis, specifically the changes that occur with spinal degeneration. Aging and degenerative changes (arthritis) are not synonymous and can be prevented or even partially reversed with regular chiropractic care and a wellness lifestyle consisting of proper nutritional choices and frequent exercise.

Physical activity and independence

Loss of muscle strength, particularly in the lower limbs, has been identified as a limiting factor to living independently among older populations. Increasing & maintaining lower limb muscle mass is an important factor in preventing falls and retaining function The majority of chiropractors report that they utilize therapeutic exercise in their practices when advising seniors, Ask your chiropractor to advise you on effective and safe ways to increase & maintain strength, balance and coordination.

Falls and the elderly

Falls are the leading cause of injuries and one of the leading causes of death in those age 65 and above. Of fallers who require hospitalization, 40-50% lose their independence and enter a nursing home.  

Preventing falls

Studies have suggested that elderly patients under chiropractic care demonstrate improved balance and reduced dizziness, due to better self-regulation of the nervous system. A well-functioning nervous system results in faster reaction times and better balance / coordination. The following factors have been shown to reduce risk of falls: balance and strengthening exercises, vision correction vitamin D supplementation, reduction of home hazards, discontinuation of certain medications and regular chiropractic care.