Low back pain (LBP) affects about 80% of adults at some point in their life, and its impact on work, recreation, and overall quality of life can be devastating if it transitions into chronic LBP (low back pain that persists for more than three months).
So, is there really a simple remedy for chronic LBP (cLBP)? Since back pain is often multifactorial in its causation, the simple answer is “probably not”. BUT, a 2017 study reports that simply taking vitamin D can offer significant benefits for the cLBP patient.
In the study, researchers provided participants (68 patients with a history of cLBP and low vitamin D levels) with an oral dose of 60,000 IU of vitamin D3 every week for eight weeks. The research team measured pain intensity and disability using common outcome assessments at baseline and at two, three, and six months post-treatment. They also collected blood samples to measure vitamin D serum levels.
The data show that not only did the patients’ vitamin D levels improve from 12.8 ng/mL (+/- 5.73) at baseline to 36.07 (+/- 12.51) at eight months with 45 (66%) of the patients attaining a normal level of >29 ng/mL, but the participants also report significant improvements in pain and disability throughout the course of the study.
The authors conclude that vitamin D supplements can improve pain and function in cLBP patients with vitamin D deficiency. Hence, this is a VERY SIMPLE remedy!
It is well known that vitamin D deficiency is a very common problem, with up to 75% of teens and adults having suboptimal levels. Past research has demonstrated vitamin D deficiency may be a risk factor for many disorders including cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and depression. It appears that we can now add cLBP to the long list of conditions that vitamin D supplementation may benefit from.
Chiropractic services frequently include nutritional counseling, diet management, and other wellness-related services in the quest of optimizing patient health, well-being, and quality of life.
So, if you are experiencing back pain and type in pain management near me, you may find Coast Chiropractic Centers with Dr. Timothy Harcourt, me, comes up.
You may wonder, “Do I need an MRI scan of my back.”
Also, if you feel leg pain it may indicate things are getting worse and may indicate a bulge on the disc or worse yet a herniated disc in your back. Some people will try stretching the lower back first to see if they get relief. Pain very low in the lower back may be originating from the coccyx or tailbone. A pulled muscle in the back generally will get better with rest. Persistent or worsening pain intensity and/or frequency necessitates a visit to see a professional.
Call me, Dr. Tim Harcourt, at (239) 278-3344 and mention this article for an awesome discounted first visit to include history, exam, and adjustment or Class IV high-intensity laser treatment.
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