Can Chiropractic Care Help With MS? Here’s What You Need To Know

People living with multiple sclerosis (MS) can look to chiropractors for a way to relieve pain, discomfort, and joint mobility restrictions. But can a chiropractor actually treat the painful symptoms associated with MS, or should this be left to a neurologist?

Though we recommend treatment alongside a physician or an MS specialist, a licensed chiropractor can certainly help alleviate the painful symptoms of MS. It is important to note that MS is an autoimmune disease and, as such, cannot be fully treated by a chiropractor. However, chiropractic care can provide relief to the painful symptoms of MS.

What Multiple Sclerosis Does To The Body

Multiple sclerosis is a disease that causes the immune system to attack the central nervous system. This can cause scarring around the nerves. This is called sclerosis, which is where the autoimmune disease gets its name. When sclerosis around the nerves is severe, the patient can suffer from symptoms like:

Joint pain,
Numbness or tingling,
Headaches,
Migraines,
Involuntary spasms,
Walking difficulties,
Dizziness,
Vertigo,
Vision problems,
Fatigue, and more.

Multiple sclerosis is a serious autoimmune disease that requires comprehensive care by a qualified physician. If you suspect you may have MS, contact your primary care physician and request an evaluation.

How A Chiropractor Can Help WIth MS

MS is an autoimmune disease that attacks the central nervous system. As such, a chiropractor cannot help treat the root cause of MS. However, a chiropractor can help relieve some of the painful symptoms experienced by people with MS.

The amount of help that you can get from a chiropractor depends on the type of symptoms you are experiencing.

Back Pain

Evidence shows that seeing a chiropractor can help with back pain. If you are suffering from lower back or upper back pain due to MS, a chiropractor can help with your symptoms. Spinal manipulations are shown to help with back pain issues, so this can offer some welcome relief from pain caused by MS.

Neck Pain

Neck pain is one of the most common reasons why people go see a chiropractor. Though neck pain is most commonly caused by injuries like whiplash after a car crash, many MS patients report suffering from neck pain as well. An experienced chiropractor can help treat the neck pain and offer some pain relief.

Headaches and Migraines

As a disease that attacks the nervous system, MS can cause frequent headaches and migraines. Correcting spinal and neck misalignments can help reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches in migraines. A licensed chiropractor will be able to perform an evaluation and see if chiropractic care can help with your migraine issues.

Contact A Licensed Chiropractor For Help With MS

At Active Family Chiropractic, we understand that living with MS can be very painful. We also know that it doesn’t have to be. Call us today at (301) 963-8333 and let our team talk to you about the potential benefits of chiropractic care for MS patients. We are located in Maryland and serve the cities of Kentlands, Lakelands, Gaithersburg, North Potomac, Rockville, Germantown, Potomac, and their surroundings.