Osteoarthritis Treatment in Sanford, FL

How You Can Have Natural Relief from Joint Pain at Vitalspine

Living with osteoarthritis means dealing with more than just joint pain – it can make everyday activities like climbing stairs, opening jars, or even getting out of bed a challenging task. At Vitalspine, we understand that while osteoarthritis can’t be reversed, proper chiropractic care can significantly improve your joint function, reduce pain, and help you maintain an active lifestyle.

Our approach focuses on the whole body, recognizing that joint health is connected to overall spinal alignment and nervous system function. Osteoarthritis treatment often includes physical therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes to manage pain and improve joint function.

Understanding Osteoarthritis and Your Body's Response

While traditional treatments often focus solely on pain medication, our approach addresses the mechanical aspects of the condition – how your joints move, align, and function. When joints aren’t moving properly, it can accelerate wear and tear, leading to increased pain and stiffness.

The connection between your spine and joint health is crucial. Your spine houses the nervous system that controls every joint in your body. When your spine is properly aligned, it helps optimize nerve function and reduce inflammation throughout your body. This is why many of our patients notice improvements not just in their arthritic joints, but in their overall mobility and comfort levels. Osteoarthritis medication can help reduce inflammation and alleviate joint pain, improving mobility for many patients.

Understanding Osteoarthritis and Its Causes

Osteoarthritis occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of your bones wears down over time. This breakdown isn’t just about age – it’s often the result of various stresses on your body over time. Physical stress from repetitive movements, old injuries, or joint misalignments can gradually wear down your cartilage. Even carrying extra body weight puts additional pressure on your joints, particularly your knees, hips, and spine. Currently, there is no known cure of osteoarthritis, but treatments can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

But there’s more to the story than just mechanical wear and tear. Chemical stress from inflammation plays a significant role too. Poor diet, environmental toxins, and chronic dehydration can create an internal environment that accelerates joint breakdown. When your body is in a state of chronic inflammation, it can speed up cartilage degradation and slow down your natural repair processes. Certain risk factors can make you more susceptible to developing osteoarthritis:

Sports activities with high impact on joints

Occupations requiring repetitive movements

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Metabolic conditions affecting joint health

Safe and Effective Arthritis Care at Vitalspine

We understand you might be concerned about being adjusted when you have arthritis. That’s why our approach is always gentle and tailored to your specific condition. Before beginning any treatment, we perform a thorough examination to understand the full picture of your health. We’ll assess not just your arthritic joints, but also how your body has adapted to compensate for the pain. Often, these compensations can create additional stress on other parts of your body, leading to a cycle of increasing discomfort. Hip osteoarthritis is a common condition that causes pain and stiffness in the hip joint, often worsening with age.

Our chiropractic approach includes low-force adjustments that respect your joints’ sensitivity and work to improve your function. We may also recommend ways to protect your joints while staying active, and strategies for managing flare-ups when they occur. This can include:

Your Journey to Better Joint Health

Caring for yourself with osteoarthritis is like tending a garden – it requires patience, consistent care, and the right approach. During your first few weeks of care, we focus on reducing pain and inflammation naturally.

As your comfort improves, we’ll work on restoring proper joint movement and building strength in the supporting muscles. Many of our patients report significant improvements in their daily activities, from being able to garden again to playing with their grandchildren with less pain.

We’ll work closely with you to develop a comprehensive plan that fits your lifestyle and goals. We understand that every patient’s experience with osteoarthritis is unique, and we’ll adjust your care plan based on how your body responds to treatment.

Remember, while we can’t reverse arthritis, we can help you improve your function and your quality of life, through proper chiropractic care and lifestyle management. Our goal is to keep you doing the activities you love, just in a way that’s safer and more comfortable for your joints.

Vitalspine Chiropractic Sanford, FL

Meet Dr. Michaelene Callahan, DC

Dr. Michaelene Callahan brings her passion for chiropractic care and holistic health to the Sanford community. Originally from Saratoga Springs, NY, she holds an undergraduate degree from SUNY-Stony Brook and earned her Doctorate of Chiropractic from Life University in 2000. Dr. Callahan’s journey into chiropractic care began after a snowboarding accident left her with chronic neck pain and headaches. One chiropractic adjustment relieved her symptoms and inspired her to help others experience the same life-changing results. Her philosophy, “Health comes from above, down, inside,” highlights her belief in the body’s innate ability to heal.

With a thriving career that includes owning a successful subluxation-based chiropractic practice in New Brunswick, NJ, for 17 years, Dr. Callahan now brings her expertise in natural pain relief and functional wellness to the Sanford, FL community.

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If you have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis or have similar symptoms, we’d love to help. Our success rate in caring for people with this type of condition has made us one of the most trusted chiropractic clinics in the Sanford area.

Schedule your consultation today at Vitalspine. Contact us at (321) 462-5107. We proudly serve patients from Sanford and surrounding communities.

What Patients Are Saying

"Before I came to Vitalspine centers I was considering quitting my job because the pain in my back was so bad and I found the dr online and I made my appointment and the rest is history . I recommend Vitalspine thank you Dr. "

"I can’t say enough about the incredible experience I had with Dr. Callahan After more than two years of trying different doctors and treatments with no relief, I finally found hope here. In just a few weeks of her adjustments and decompression therapy, my neck pain and chronic migraines are completely gone. She was the first doctor to tell me that it’s not normal to live with that pain and that I shouldn’t have to. Her expertise, personalized care, and dedication have truly changed my life. I highly recommend Dr. Callahan to anyone struggling with chronic pain or migraines. She’s a game-changer! "

"I came in with awful sciatica pain that ran down my leg and wrapped up under my foot. It was terrible pain everyday. A month in and I am not in constant pain! This is a huge relief and so much more healing we are working on! "

"I am so lucky I found Dr. Callahan. It is very hard to find a good chiropractor let alone a Great one! I have always had back issues since a car accident I had but the older I have gotten the worse it became and worked its way to my knees and hips. After one visit with her, She explained and showed me where my issues were and the pain I was living with was not normal. I golf several times a week and I notice a Huge difference in my swing and I am now able to move my hips, which prior to, I had no movement what so ever. I highly recommend Dr. Callahan and her services and her knowledge of the body is amazing. Thank you "