Chronic Stress-Related Injuries

One very common category of stress-related injury is that which encompasses injuries that result from the daily repetition of the same or similar movements. Among the most common of these is tendinitis. Tendinitis is a condition where the tendons of the wrist, knee, elbow, or other bony joint become inflamed, causing pain and restricting mobility.

Most of these conditions can be remedied with rest and time. Rehabilitation activities might be necessary, and in some cases- surgery may be called for.

Other examples of repetitive use injury include: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Bursitis, Epicondylitis, Ganglion Cyst, and Tenosynovitis.

Common causes of these conditions include: excessive repetition of the same or similar motions, overexertion, bad posture, and muscle fatigue.

Common Repetitive Injury Sites include: hands, wrists, thumbs, fingers, elbows, shoulders, hips, knees, and the lower back.

Unregulated stress can take a serious toll on our health in many ways which can manifest in any number of dangerous disease processes. Common stress-related illnesses include; Obesity, Depression, Heart Disease, Diabetes, and Alzheimer’s Disease.

Of course, this list is far from exhaustive. The good news is that many, if not all of these conditions can be improved through changes in lifestyle, posture, nutrition, and more.

At Unity Chiropractic and Wellness Center, we deliver effective chiropractic care solutions to help you deal with stress and the health effects it can cause. To learn more, and schedule your low-cost initial consultation, get in touch today. We look forward to hearing from you.