Relieve Pain with Chiropractic Exercise

Video by Dr. Trent Yeomans

If you’re experiencing midback or neck pain, like many or our patients here in East Dallas, it might be due to stiffness in your upper spine. The thoracic spine (your upper and midback) plays a crucial role in supporting proper posture and allowing your neck to move freely. Incorporating thoracic extension exercises into your routine can help alleviate pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall spinal health. At our clinic, we emphasize the importance of moving well to maintain a healthy spine and reduce discomfort.

Research Insight

A study published in the Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy found that participants who performed thoracic spine mobilization and mobility exercises experienced significant improvements in cervical spine range of motion and reduced neck pain. The combination of thoracic and cervical spine exercises was more effective than focusing solely on the cervical spine.

Supporting Quotes from the Study

“Participants in the thoracic group demonstrated significant improvements in cervical extension and reduced neck pain.”
“The combination of thoracic spine mobilization and mobility exercises was more effective than cervical spine mobilization alone.”
“Improving thoracic spine mobility can enhance cervical spine function and alleviate associated pain.” ResearchGate+3BioMed Central+3iaom-us.com+3

Conclusion

Incorporating thoracic extension exercises into your daily routine can significantly improve midback and neck pain. These exercises not only enhance spinal mobility but also contribute to better posture and overall well-being. At our clinic, we guide you through personalized exercises that align with our holistic approach: eating well, moving well, and thinking well. By focusing on these principles, you can achieve lasting pain relief and maintain a healthy spine. Here is a great exercise to try that focusing on increase midback mobility.

Foam Roller Extensions 2 sets of 5

References

Cleland, J. A., Childs, J. D., McRae, M. P., Stowell, T. L., & Palmer, J. A. (2007). Short-term effects of thoracic manipulation in patients with neck pain: A randomized clinical trial. Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy, 15(3), 141–151. https://doi.org/10.1179/jmt.2007.15.3.141

Our Message

When you are looking for a Chiropractor near you that you can trust, choose one who will not only get rid of your back pain, neck pain, or headaches but who will also guide you to living a healthier lifestyle to keep you out of pain. Our East Dallas Chiropractors located in Lakewood, near the corner of Mockingbird Ln. and Abrams Rd., are here to teach you that taking care of your mental health and getting the proper nutrients are just as important as the chiropractic adjustment to stay healthy.