Soldiers Benefit from Regular Access to Chiropractic

Pain and suffering experienced by military men and women all over the world reaches the stages of an epidemic. The rigor of training, physical demands of duty, and the unique levels of stress experienced by most military men and women increase the likelihood of pain and other health challenges. No other profession deserves adequate attention and care for both health and bodies like the men and women of the military. The current standard of care for active and veteran soldiers meets mediocre levels at best. Far too many service men and women receive inadequate care that usually consists of addicting prescription drugs that never address the underlying sources of pain and dysfunction.

Chiropractors assess conditions related to the spine, nervous system, and joints while also providing diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of chronic and painful conditions. Two recent randomized trials reported pain relief, reduced disability, and greater satisfaction when patients added chiropractic care to their usual medical routine when compared to only using medical interventions to manage low back pain.

Chiropractic proves to be worth invaluable when evaluating the most important aspect of any healthcare intervention: results. One study reported that active duty military personnel reported a 94% satisfaction rate amongst those receiving chiropractic care. The brave men and women in the United States military make incredible sacrifices to serve and protect others. They deserve the finest physical and mental health care available. That solution does not come from a bottle of pills. They deserve chiropractic.