In our high performance and fast paced world we often undermine the importance of good sleep. We have a tendency to rule out sleep and make the people and things around us the priority, from work to social gatherings and to top it off technology leaving not nearly enough time for a good quality rest. The connection between our sleep quality, our spinal health and the body’s ability to heal is truly insightful. Chiropractic can play a vital role in maximizing our spinal health and when combined with a good quality sleep can significantly improve the healing process in the body. This blog goes hand in hand with our previous one as it relates to building good sleep habits.

The spine serves as the central pillar of our body, supporting the entire musculoskeletal system. Proper alignment and function is critical for our overall health and well-being, sleep allows the body to go through a restorative process, repairing damaged tissues and aids in rejuvenating muscles. The spine acts as a highway which the central nervous system communicates with the rest of the body.

There are a few things that when interlocked make a difference in our spinal health. The action of relaxing and decompressing, during sleep the spine experiences a natural decompression that lying down provides. Laying down relieves the gravitational pressure that accumulates throughout the day, allowing the discs between the vertebrae to re-hydrate and heal. Sleeping in a proper position that promotes our spine is key to having a restful sleep and waking up in good health. Sleeping in a proper posture for the spine can help maintain the spines alignment after a chiropractic adjustment. Pain is typically the last symptom we experiences from our bodies being in misalignment or discomfort. Pain if not addressed immediately can turn to a chronic problem disrupting sleep patterns. Getting regular chiropractic adjustments can fix any misalignment’s prior to them happening and alleviate pain and discomfort, promoting a high quality sleep. Chiropractic adjustments have the biggest impact of the body’s nervous system, ensuring that the central nervous system functions its best. Which in turn helps the body’s ability to heal and adapt to daily stresses.

Finishing off with some tips to enhance your sleep now that you understand the importance of what a good quality sleep can do for your spinal health. The first tip is building the habit of a consistent sleep schedule, going to bed and waking up at the same time every day, as well as weekends, which helps regulate your body’s internal clock. Avoiding any sort of blue light at least one hour before bed and implementing a relaxing nighttime routine can help signal your body that it’s time to wind down. Gentle stretching and reading can be a great way to accomplish this, sense of calming before bed. Finally investing in a quality mattress and pillow to provide your body with the support it needs for a restful sleep.

Quality sleep is pivotal for our body’s natural healing process and good health. The connection between chiropractic adjustments and sleep are undeniable. Maintaining and implementing good sleep habits and chiropractic treatments into your wellness routine, will give your body the support it needs to optimally heal and cultivate a healthier you. Taking any sort of step in the direction of improving your health can have a tremendous impact on your well-being.