Orchard Park, NY back pain is a familiar problem
that can cause lost work days, reduced
productivity, and missed opportunities for physical activity. This type
of pain is often the result of an underlying musculoskeletal
disorder and can range in severity from mild to debilitating. While
there isn’t a one-size-fits-all
solution, Novelli Wellness Center is excited to present recent
research that has uncovered some hopeful evidence
about the role of B vitamins—namely thiamine (B1),
pyridoxine (B6), and cobalamin (B12)—in decreasing back pain and
other musculoskeletal conditions.
BACK PAIN AND B VITAMINS
As any Orchard Park, NY 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 described in a new study about how neuropathic and nociceptive
issues are involved. A B vitamin complex of thiamine, pyridoxine, and
cyanocobalamin (though Novelli Wellness Center would propose methylcobalamine)
was therapeutic in calming mixed pain via antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory,
neuroprotective, antiallodynic,
anti-hyperalgesic, and neuromodulatory effects on the overall pain
system. (1,2) Novelli Wellness 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
necessary for nerve conduction and muscle contraction. When
levels are low, it can lead to increased
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.
Novelli Wellness Center also reminds our Orchard Park, NY back
pain patients that, in addition to supplementing with these vitamins, research proposes
that lifestyle changes such as getting more exercise
or improving posture may also help decrease
back pain via their positive effect
on overall health. Another potential benefit B
vitamin supplements is that they may improve sleep quality which can lead to improved recovery from
exercise or injury related stress.
Finally, B vitamins have been linked to
enhanced mental health which could help reduce
the likelihood of depression or anxiety which could further exacerbate
existing back or joint pain symptoms. Back pain can surely
be frustrating. It can get a Orchard Park, NY back pain sufferer down! It's
important to note that these benefits are not guaranteed;
however, research does suggest that taking a B vitamin supplement could benefit those who are dealing with chronic
back or joint pain.
CONTACT Novelli Wellness Center
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Kelly Brinkman on The Back Doctors Podcast with
Dr. Michael Johnson as she describes The Cox® Technic
System of Spinal Pain Management integration to guide a chronic
back pain sufferer toward relief.
If you’re suffering from chronic back or joint
pain, it is important to speak with your Orchard Park, NY
chiropractor before starting any sort 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 all sorts of options out if you’re seeking relief from your musculoskeletal
discomfort. Schedule your Orchard Park, NY chiropractic appointment
soon to begin your journey to pain relief.