A quick side note: I was inspired to write this article after waking up today wishing my head would fall off. 

While there is no definitive cure to the common cold, chiropractic manipulation can most definitely improve cold symptoms and severity, not to mention help to stave off a cold in the first place! Read on to find out the science behind it all.

The human immune system is an amazing thing. The immune system acts as an internal defense system, fighting off bugs and miscellaneous nasties like bacteria and viruses. If a couple of these attack at once, or if your body is not operating at optimal germ-fighting levels (yeah, you know you stayed up too late watching that movie!), your immune system might not be able to handle it – you’ll end up sniffling, coughing, sneezing, and/or wishing your head would fall off.

*Warning: mini lecture ahead!*

Supporting your immune system so that it fights germs and viruses like Mike Tyson means that you need to be sure you’re getting enough sleep, proper nutrition (yeah, I know about that movie candy …), and practicing good hygiene. None of these components are optional; they are all vital to maintaining good health.

Ok, you’re safe, the mini lecture is over.

The immune system and Central Nervous System (CNS) work together to keep your body working properly. The symbiotic relationship between the CNS and your immune system is vital to keeping yourself well. In a recent study published in Chiropractic and Manual Therapies, researchers studied whether a single chiropractic adjustment (which immediately affects the CNS) could have a positive effect on the immune system. The study revealed that one single chiropractic adjustment could, in fact, have a positive impact on the CNS. Just one manipulation of the spine helps to keep you healthier! Further studies need to be completed over time to determine the depth of the effect on the human body and immune system when a regular schedule of chiropractic manipulations is kept, but the implication of better health overall is evident.

At Gulph Mills Chiropractic Center, we don’t sell supplements. There are no “magic formulas” that will keep you in perfect health. Spinal manipulation, extremity manipulation, and pressure point therapy can work to keep your body functioning the way it was meant to … efficiently and effectively. Call today to schedule a complimentary Initial Assessment, including the cost of x-rays: 484-751-5037.