Muscle spasms can be more than just a minor annoyance; they can be painful, persistent, and disruptive to your daily life. While it’s tempting to see a spasm as just a muscular issue, it’s often a sign that there’s an underlying problem.
At Copa Chiropractic, we look beyond the symptom to understand the root cause of why your muscles are spasming in the first place.
Think of a muscle spasm as your body’s alarm system. It is a protective mechanism.
When a joint in your spine is not moving correctly or is out of its proper alignment, it can irritate the delicate nerves that exit the spinal cord. In response, the surrounding muscles tighten up to guard the area and prevent further injury.
This is why simply stretching or massaging the muscle often provides only temporary relief. The underlying joint and nerve issue has not been addressed.
Your brain and nervous system are the master controllers of your entire body, including all your muscles. For a muscle to function correctly, to contract and relax as it should, it needs to receive clear and accurate signals from the brain.
If there is interference in this communication pathway, often due to spinal misalignments, the messages can get scrambled. This can lead to a muscle receiving a continuous ‘contract’ signal, resulting in a persistent spasm.
Our approach at Copa Chiropractic is to identify the source of this nerve interference. During your consultation, we conduct a thorough examination to locate any areas of your spine that are not moving as they should be.
We then use precise and gentle chiropractic adjustments to restore proper motion to these joints.
By correcting the underlying joint dysfunction, we can reduce the irritation on the nervous system. This helps to re-establish a clear line of communication between your brain and your muscles.
When the nerve supply is normalised and the messages are getting through clearly, the overactive muscles can finally receive the signal to relax. This eases the spasm and reduces pain.
Chiropractic care is about helping your body to heal and regulate itself better. By addressing the root cause of muscle spasms, we not only help to alleviate the immediate discomfort but also improve the overall function and health of your nervous system.
This can lead to better movement, reduced tension, and a greater sense of well-being, helping you get back to doing the things you love.
If you’re struggling with muscle spasms, understanding the connection between your spine, your nervous system, and your muscular health is the first step. Our team at Copa Chiropractic is here to help you understand your body better and explore how our care can support your health goals.
