Severna Park Back Pain and Musculoskeletal Conditions and B Vitamins

Severna Park back pain is a common problem that can result in lost work days, decreased productivity, and failed opportunities for physical activity. This type of pain is often the result of an underlying musculoskeletal disorder and can vary in severity from mild to debilitating. While there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution, Back And Neck Care Center is excited to share new research that has exposed some hopeful evidence about the role of B vitamins—namely thiamine (B1), pyridoxine (B6), and cobalamin (B12)—in reducing back pain and other musculoskeletal conditions.

BACK PAIN AND B VITAMINS

As any Severna Park musculoskeletal pain sufferer knows, conditions like low back, neck pain, radicular arm pain, sciatic leg pain, etc. impact work and daily functioning. Such musculoskeletal pain often is a “mixed” type pain as detailed in a new study about how neuropathic and nociceptive issues are involved. A B vitamin complex of thiamine, pyridoxine, and cyanocobalamin (though Back And Neck Care Center would propose methylcobalamine) was therapeutic in calming mixed pain via antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, antiallodynic, anti-hyperalgesic, and neuromodulatory effects on the general pain system. (1,2) Back And Neck Care Center found this to be simple yet striking research.

HOW B VITAMINS HELP WITH PAIN RELIEF

The three key B vitamins—thiamine, pyridoxine, and cobalamin—are essential for nerve conduction and muscle contraction. When levels are low, it can lead to heightened inflammation that contributes to back pain and other musculoskeletal issues. Studies have shown that supplementing with these important vitamins can help decrease pain by boosting nerve conduction speed and muscle contraction strength.

Back And Neck Care Center also reminds our Severna Park back pain patients that, in addition to supplementing with these vitamins, research proposes that lifestyle changes such as exercising more or improving posture may also help decrease back pain due to their positive effect on general health. Another potential benefit B vitamin supplements is that they may enhanced the quality of sleep which can lead to improved recovery from exercise or injury related stress.

Finally, B vitamins have been associated with better mental health which could help decrease the likelihood of depression or anxiety which could further exacerbate existing back or joint pain symptoms. Back pain can certainly be frustrating. It can get a Severna Park back pain sufferer down! It's important to note that these benefits are not assured; however, research does suggest that taking a B vitamin supplement could be beneficial for those who are dealing with chronic back or joint pain.

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Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Kelly Brinkman on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as she illustrates The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management incorporation to help a patient with chronic back pain find relief.

If you’re suffering from chronic back or joint pain, it’s important to talk with your Severna Park chiropractor before beginning any type of supplementation regimen involving thiamine (B1), pyridoxine (B6), cobalamin (B12). Supplementation should be used as part of an overall treatment plan. The good news is there are options available if you’re seeking relief from your musculoskeletal discomfort. Make your Severna Park chiropractic appointment soon to start your trip to pain relief. 

 
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