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Holistic Healing: Integrating Chiropractic Care with Functional Nutrition

  • Dr. Brian Ghessi DC
  • Jul 3
  • 2 min read

Chiropractic and Functional Nutrition are two complementary health practices that focus on holistic and natural approaches to healing and wellness. Here's a clear breakdown of both and how they often work together:


🔹 Chiropractic Care


Definition:

Chiropractic care focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular disorders, primarily through manual adjustment and manipulation of the spine.


**Key Goals**:


* Improve spinal alignment

* Reduce pain (especially back, neck, and joint pain)

* Enhance nervous system function

* Promote overall physical function and mobility


Common Techniques:


* Spinal manipulation

* Manual therapies

* Postural training

* Lifestyle and exercise advice


🔹 Functional Nutrition


Definition:

Functional nutrition is a personalized approach to diet that addresses the root causes of health issues rather than just treating symptoms. It is based on the principles of functional medicine.


Key Goals:


* Identify nutritional imbalances

* Optimize digestion and nutrient absorption

* Support the body's systems (gut, hormones, detox, immune, etc.)

* Use food and supplements therapeutically


Assessment Tools:


* Comprehensive health histories

* Lab tests (blood, hormone panels)

* Nutritional Assessment

* Food sensitivity testing


How They Work Together


Combining chiropractic and functional nutrition can create a synergistic effect. For example:


Chiropractic Focus and Functional Nutrition Support

Relieving inflammation | Anti-inflammatory diet and supplements (e.g., omega-3s, turmeric) |

| Enhancing healing | Nutrient-dense foods that support tissue repair

| Addressing chronic pain | Identifying food sensitivities or blood sugar imbalances contributing to pain |

| Improving posture and energy | Supporting mitochondrial health and reducing systemic fatigue through nutrition |


🔹 Example Case: Chronic Back Pain


* Chiropractor: Adjusts spinal alignment and muscle tension

* Functional Nutrition: Identifies systemic inflammation due to poor gut health or food intolerances


Together, they address both the structural and biochemical causes of discomfort.


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Should You Combine Them?


Yes, if you're dealing with:


* Chronic inflammation

* Persistent joint or muscle pain

* Digestive issues

* Fatigue or brain fog

* Autoimmune conditions

* Weight loss resistance


Ask Dr. Ghessi if this combined approach can offer a better solution for your health.

1 comentario


Jane Ront
Jane Ront
10 jul

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