New Roads back pain is a familiar problem
that can result in lost work days, decreased
productivity, and failed opportunities for physical activity. This kind
of pain is often the result of an underlying musculoskeletal
disorder and can range in severity from mild to debilitating. While
there isn’t a singular solution for everyone, New Roads Chiropractic Center is eager to present recent
research that has exposed some hopeful evidence
about the role of B vitamins—namely thiamine (B1),
pyridoxine (B6), and cobalamin (B12)—in reducing back pain and
other musculoskeletal conditions.
BACK PAIN AND B VITAMINS
As any New Roads musculoskeletal pain sufferer realizes,
conditions like low back, neck pain, radicular arm pain, sciatic leg pain, etc.
affect 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 New Roads Chiropractic Center would suggest methylcobalamine)
was therapeutic in calming mixed pain via antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory,
neuroprotective, antiallodynic,
anti-hyperalgesic, and neuromodulatory effects on the general pain
system. (1,2) New Roads Chiropractic Center found this to be simple yet
striking research.
HOW B VITAMINS HELP WITH PAIN RELIEF
The three key B vitamins—thiamine, pyridoxine, and cobalamin—are
necessary for nerve conduction and muscle contraction. When
levels are low, it can lead to increased
inflammation that is a factor in back pain and other
musculoskeletal issues. Studies have shown that supplementing
with these important vitamins can help reduce pain by increasing
nerve conduction speed and muscle contraction strength.
New Roads Chiropractic Center also reminds our New Roads back
pain patients that, in addition to supplementing with these vitamins, research proposes
that lifestyle changes like exercising more
or working on better posture may also help decrease
back pain via their positive effect
on general health. Another potential benefit B
vitamin supplements is that they may improve the quality of
sleep 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 exacerbate
current back or joint pain symptoms. Back pain can certainly
be frustrating. It can get a New Roads back pain sufferer down! It's
important to note that these benefits are not assured;
however, research does suggest that taking a B vitamin supplement could be
beneficial for those struggling with chronic
back or joint pain.
CONTACT New Roads Chiropractic Center
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 incorporation to guide a chronic
back pain sufferer toward relief.
If you’re suffering from chronic back or joint
pain, it’s important to speak with your New Roads
chiropractor before beginning any type 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’re looking for relief from your musculoskeletal
discomfort. Make your New Roads chiropractic appointment
soon to start your journey to pain relief.