Pflugerville back pain is a common problem
that can result in lost work days, reduced
productivity, and missed opportunities for physical activity. This kind
of pain is manytimes 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, Pflugerville Wellness Center is eager to present recent
research that has exposed some hopeful evidence
about the role of B vitamins—particularly thiamine (B1),
pyridoxine (B6), and cobalamin (B12)—in decreasing back pain and
other musculoskeletal conditions.
BACK PAIN AND B VITAMINS
As any Pflugerville musculoskeletal pain sufferer knows,
conditions like low back, neck pain, radicular arm pain, sciatic leg pain, etc.
affect 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 Pflugerville Wellness Center would suggest 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) Pflugerville Wellness Center found this to be straightforward 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 heightened
inflammation that contributes to back pain and other
musculoskeletal issues. Studies have documented that supplementing
with these important vitamins can help reduce pain by boosting
nerve conduction speed and muscle contraction strength.
Pflugerville Wellness Center also reminds our Pflugerville back
pain patients that, in addition to supplementing with these vitamins, research suggests
that lifestyle changes like getting more exercise
or working on better posture may also help decrease
back pain via their positive effect
on general 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
improved mental health which could help reduce
the likelihood of depression or anxiety which could further exacerbate
current back or joint pain symptoms. Back pain can certainly
be frustrating. It can get a Pflugerville 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.
CONTACT Pflugerville 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 incorporation to guide a chronic
back pain sufferer toward relief.
If you are suffering from chronic back or joint
pain, it is important to talk with your Pflugerville
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 Pflugerville chiropractic appointment
soon to begin your journey to pain relief.