Do you find yourself struggling with frequent joint and muscle pain, neuropathy, arthritis, heart disease or diabetes?
There's a common thread weaving through these diverse health issues: inflammation.
Inflammation, often misconstrued and underestimated, demands our attention. Left unchecked, it poses a threat to our longevity and exacerbates existing conditions.
Consider this story of a woman named Sarah, a vibrant mother of three. Despite her dedication to regular exercise and a healthy lifestyle, Sarah found herself noticing increased recovery times, persistent aches, and unexplained weight gain.
Her doctor ran numerous tests and prescribed a variety of medications, all of which failed to cause improvement until she sought a different perspective.
When she came to see us in Carmel, IN at Schulke Chiropractic and Wellness Solutions, Sarah was a shell of her former self. Unfortunately, her story mirrors that of many who face similar challenges. However, by addressing the root cause of her issues, we successfully mitigated her inflammation and restored balance to her overall health.We have continued to do this for a wide variety of patients who come to us from Carmel, IN, Westfield, IN and all surrounding areas of Indianapolis.
So, what exactly is inflammation?
Acute inflammation occurs in response to a localized issue, like a cut or sprained ankle. Chronic inflammation, on the other hand, involves the sustained presence of inflammatory cells in localized areas even after the initial problem has healed.
How does inflammation lead to problems such as joint/muscle pain, neuropathy, arthritis, heart disease, and diabetes?
In essence, three key factors contribute to these issues:
- Inflammatory molecules create internal tissue damage, fostering disease and disrupting cell and tissue function over time.
- Endothelial dysfunction occurs as the blood vessel lining becomes inflamed, triggering cardiovascular disease, neuropathy, insulin resistance, diabetes, and brain inflammation, leading to cognitive disorders and mood changes.
- A chronic inflammatory feedback loop perpetuates issues, with even low levels of inflammation snowballing into persistent health challenges.
How can you determine if chronic inflammation is affecting you?
If you regularly experience...
- Persistent joint and muscle pain / arthritis
- Fatigue
- Gastrointestinal issues and food sensitivities
- Skin disorders (Eczema, psoriasis)
- Weight changes
- Mood changes
- Cardiovascular disease
- Insulin resistant or diabetes
- Autoimmune issues
- Respiratory issues (Asthma)
- Cognitive decline
...you might be grappling with chronic inflammation. Now, you may wonder: If inflammation poses so many problems, why not eliminate it altogether? Striking a delicate balance is crucial, as inflammation serves as our body's defense against harm. The key lies in understanding how to find that equilibrium and appropriately decrease inflammation.
Curious about discovering that balance and learning effective ways to reduce inflammation to an appropriate level? Check out the video below of Dr. Matt Schulke as he unpacks exactly what inflammation is, its causes, and how it can be helped. Relief is possible, and we are honored to join you on this journey.