How Chiropractic Adjustments Can Help With Diabetes

The prevalence of diabetes in American households is now at about 10%, meaning that roughly 34 million Americans have been affected by the disease in one way or another. With new cases each year reaching about 1.5 million, diabetes is now the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. Diabetes encompasses a group of diseases that affect how your blood uses glucose. Glucose is essential because it provides fuel to your brain, and it provides energy for your cells that make up your muscles and tissues. Unmanaged, diabetes can result in high blood sugar levels that can cause short-term and long-term health problems. Many people with diabetes find that their kidneys, eyes, and nerve functions are affected by the disease. The symptoms of diabetes are many, and they vary by type, but many people experience skin problems, digestive issues, teeth and gum issues, bone and joint problems, sexual issues, and an increased risk of heart disease.

Because there is no guaranteed cure for diabetes, most people with the disease manage it for the duration of their lives. This typically requires close monitoring of nutrition, exercise, and using insulin injections along with other necessary medication, when required. Diabetes can be a financially draining disease to manage, and it can cause a great deal of pain and discomfort, significantly impacting your quality of life.

Improve Health and Quality of Life with Chiropractic Care in Leland NC

Chiropractic care at Greatest Potential Chiropractic serves Leland, Wilmington, Brunswick County, and New Hanover County by focusing on restoring the proper function of the body’s central nervous system. The central nervous system is composed of the brain and spinal cord, impacting the rest of the body’s systems and organs. Misalignments of the spine can cause nerve interference and lead to the central nervous system miscommunicating with the rest of the body. This can result in a variety of issues. When dealing with diabetes, it is important to consider how the pancreas is functioning and to do everything possible to ensure it is working optimally. The pancreas is where the hormone insulin is created, and people with diabetes know that insulin is vital for converting glucose from foods you eat into energy for your body. If your body isn’t creating insulin, if it is not creating enough of it, or if your body isn’t converting the insulin effectively, it can result in diabetes.

Chiropractic adjustments from Leland chiropractor Dr. Marcus Woodburn can help remove misalignments along the spine and restore nerve function, improving the function of the pancreas. This can help alleviate some of the root issues with insulin creation and utilization, giving your body a better chance at fighting off diabetes in the long term. Additionally, certain forms of diabetes can be made worse by health concerns like lack of physical activity and weight gain. Nutrition and exercise are crucial to managing diabetes effectively, and these efforts can be maximized by chiropractic adjustments from Greatest Potential Chiropractic. Removing misalignments that affect your metabolic system and digestive system can put you on a pathway to improved overall health and better diabetes management.

If you’re interested in how Dr. Marcus Woodburn at Greatest Potential Chiropractic in Leland can help you manage your diabetes, reach out today for an appointment!