Manage Holiday Stress with Your Cumming Chiropractor
The last thing you need these holidays is too much stress. Your holiday is your one chance to relax. The key, says Dr. Stahl, is to get your symptoms under control before the holiday season begins. Do not forget to check in with your Cumming chiropractor every six months to see if there are any changes.
What triggers holiday stress?
There are many things that can contribute to holiday stress. For instance, the holiday season can be a busy time when you are away from your loved ones. The pressure to give or receive gifts during the holiday season can also cause anxiety for many people. If your symptoms do not go away after one week, you are more than likely suffering from holiday stress syndrome.
In a study published by the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly 8 percent of people in the United States reported that they experienced symptoms of holiday stress syndrome at least one week before the holiday season.
Some researchers believe that a high amount of stress in our lives during the holiday season can result in the release of stress hormones, which can make us feel sad and depressed, and may even trigger a bout of anxiety.
To make matters worse, holiday stress syndrome often comes on in the last weeks of December when we are trying to make all the last-minute preparations for our ourselves and our loved ones. In order to avoid the stress associated with holidays, it’s advisable to visit chiropractic in Cumming. Chiropractic care can help relieve the symptoms of seasonal depression, such as
- Fatigue
- Irritability
- Angry outbursts
- Chronic back and shoulder pain
- Migraines
- Post-surgical pain
- Rapid breathing
- Shaking
Chiropractic care may also help treat the following symptoms of seasonal depression:
- Anxiety
- Anxiety disorders (including panic disorder)
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression of any duration
A chiropractor’s treatment for the holidays
When it comes to treating stress during the holidays, getting advice from a chiropractor can make a big difference. Chiropractors are able to help improve the quality of your life by correcting posture and providing stress relief. Although we cannot make general recommendations for everyone, below are a few tips on how chiropractic care can help you to manage your holiday stress.
1. Relaxation techniques
Have you realized that even your manner of relaxation can cause you more stress if you are doing it the wrong way? Well, we cannot avoid all sources of stress in our lives nor would we want to. However, we can develop healthier ways of responding to them. We will also teach you how to manage anxiety before it escalates to stress. Here are two relaxation techniques that can help you reduce stress:
- Breathing focus.Taking long and slow deep breaths. As you breathe, gently disengage your mind from distracting thoughts.
- Guided imagery. This technique allows you to use your imagination to create positive relaxing and soothing images that will help you relax and focus.
2. Reducing muscle tension
Chiropractic care this holiday season can help you relieve muscle tension. At Arise Family Chiropractic we have the tools you need to help you relax. By working with the body in the right way, we can make sure that you are able to relieve your stress and tension. We do this through
- Soft-tissue therapy: To relax tight muscles, relieve spasm and release tension in the fascia.
- Adjustments: To gently realign joints and increase their range of motion.
- Exercises and stretches: To restore and maintain mobility and range.
3. Good Nutrition
Good food is the foundation for good health. A chiropractor can counsel you on your nutrition. Good nutrition is about nourishing the body from within. Good nutrition will
- Increase energy and reduce fatigue. Processed food and preservatives leave us feeling exhausted and fatigued. Simple but healthy meals can make a significant change to your overall health.
- Reduce back and other joint pain. Excess body weight places additional strain on the musculoskeletal system.
Eating well will not only lead to good, strong immunity but also to a better mood. It’s a great remedy for holiday stress.
4. Advice on lifestyle issues
Eating healthy meals does not in itself guarantee robustness. This is why chiropractors will give you guidance on how to exercise your body for a healthier, more active lifestyle. For instance, if you are overweight, a chiropractor will advise you to shed some weight. Obesity increases the risk of osteoarthritis of the knees, hips, and spine. According to the global burden of diseases 2010, back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide. At Arise Family Chiropractor you’ll be shown how to engage in squats, deadlifts, and kettlebell swings to curb immediate back pain. We will also advise you on good sleeping habits. This will alleviate any stress that may arise from fear of being ill and not being with loved ones on a holiday.
5. Identify health problems
Treating a disease or disorder in its early stages is easier, less painful and inexpensive compared to leaving it for later. This is exactly why you should visit Arise Family Chiropractor. Here, we will perform a series of tests.
- A thorough medical history. We will conduct an orthopedic examination designed to detect health conditions relating to the spine, bones, joints, muscles and soft tissues.
- A neurological examination designed to assess the motor-sensory and cranial nerves.
Based on our examination, your chiropractor will give you a differential diagnosis. We will explain this diagnosis and the treatment options available plus any benefits or risks associated with those treatments. A fully functional body is the secret to enjoying your holiday. Chiropractic care this holiday season is one of the secrets to a stress-free vacation.
6. Spinal adjustments will help you restore function
Chiropractic care is vital and it focuses on maintaining and reinstating the health of your muscles, joints, and nerves by means of adjustments. Your spine communicates with everything in your body including the functions of swallowing and breathing. Stress results in tension, which causes your spine to move out of alignment. With good chiropractic care, you will even find that your body becomes highly resistant to diseases.
Final words
When it comes to stress, the best option is to keep calm and take your time. You don’t need to get up early, take a flight or leave the house to be happy. The key to a good holiday is to spend it with family and friends, enjoying good food and great company, relaxing, and making the most of your time.
To help you get the best out of your holiday, to improve your general wellbeing and to keep stress levels at a bare minimum, we have a wide range of medical and therapeutic treatments available at our center in Cumming. For more information or a consultation contact our friendly and highly experienced chiropractors on (770) 406-8208.