Benefits of Stretching

Life can be hectic. So, it is not surprising that many of our patients at Circle Chiropractic Center suffer the effects of stress and tension. This translates to physical discomfort because when we feel tense, our muscles store that tension, especially our back, neck, and shoulder muscles. And that combination - tension plus muscles - add up to chronic pain as the structure of the body weakens and shuts down. Some parts feel too tight, others are overly loose.

The longer the stress persists, the more the tightness and the greater the misalignment. And when they get to that point, patients in Fairfax and neighboring areas of Virginia rely on our chiropractor, Dr. Christopher Frey to relieve that pain with a chiropractic adjustment and a homework assignment of sorts - a regimen of daily stretching exercises.

The Benefits of Stretching and Chiropractic Adjustments

Our chiropractor, Dr. Christopher Frey, will advise patients if appropriate to make stretching a part of their daily routine. These stretches increase the blood flowing through the area. To maintain this healing blood flow patients will need to perform a series of moderate stretches daily between spinal adjustments.

A Cautionary Note of Caution Before You Stretch

When you suffer from joint pain, it is crucial that you do as much as you can to remain flexible because flexibility is your best defense against injury. However, you should never jump into stretching full tilt. You need to warm up your muscles first or risk the possibility of pushing your joints too far.

Let Dr. Christopher Frey Help You

Do not worry! When you schedule an appointment with our chiropractor Dr. Christopher Frey, we will first give you a comprehensive examination, then review your medical history, so he can recommend a series of stretches most appropriate for your condition, as well as the warm-ups that should precede them.

So, do not suffer from joint pain any longer, give Circle Chiropractic Center in Fairfax, VA a call, and make an appointment.