It’s time for health practitioners to stop focusing on quick fixes and symptom management. Another pill isn’t going to fix your chronic illnesses, especially when you’ve tried a dozen medications already. Patients are frustrated, and some doctors are, too.
That’s why functional medicine is quickly growing in popularity. Paired with chiropractic care, functional medicine offers a truly effective approach to holistic health and wellness.
Chiropractic? Isn’t that just for back pain?
While it may come as a surprise to some people, chiropractic is actually another tool in the holistic toolkit. Functional medicine chiropractors like Dr. Crosser are able to use bodily adjustments to unlock the body’s ability to heal. Driven by a shared philosophy of treating the whole person, functional medicine and chiropractic could be the solutions you’re looking for.
Let’s take a look at the unique benefits of working with a functional medicine chiropractor.
Both Approaches Prioritize Holistic Health and Root Cause Wellness
Functional medicine and chiropractic care are both rooted in holistic health principles, recognizing that the body is a complex system of interrelated parts. That means our hyper-specialized healthcare system can’t always achieve true healing. A hormone specialist might not make the connection between thyroid function and cognitive ability. But a functional medicine chiropractor will focus on how each area of health affects all others.
In addition, true healing goes beyond symptom suppression. Functional medicine and chiropractic share a fundamental belief in addressing the underlying causes of health issues rather than merely alleviating symptoms.
Chiropractic care, often associated with spinal adjustments, is not limited to back pain relief. It focuses on optimizing the nervous system’s function by aligning the spine and other joints. This, in turn, can have a profound impact on the body’s overall well-being. When the nervous system is functioning optimally, it can facilitate better communication between different bodily systems, promoting self-healing and recovery.
Functional medicine, on the other hand, seeks to identify and address the root causes of health problems by examining the interconnectedness of various bodily functions. It takes into account genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors that contribute to a patient’s health status. Functional medicine practitioners consider the whole person, aiming to restore balance and enhance the body’s innate healing mechanisms.
How Does Dr. Crosser Embrace Functional Medicine and Chiropractic?
Dr. Crosser practices out of Wilmington, Delaware, and uses chiropractic as part of her broader functional medicine program. Chiropractic alone often isn’t enough to address underlying imbalances, so you need to incorporate nutrition, fitness, hormone balance, detoxification, and mentorship as well.
She believes that a holistic approach to health encompasses both the structural integrity of the body and its internal functioning. Dr. Crosser employs chiropractic techniques when necessary to support her patients’ overall health and well-being.
Other functional medicine chiropractors may take different approaches, emphasizing one methodology over the other. It’s important to speak to your provider to understand more about their care philosophy. You want to make sure your provider is a good fit.
Conditions That Respond Well to Functional Medicine Chiropractic
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Gut Health
Functional medicine chiropractors recognize the crucial role the gut plays in overall health. Gut imbalances can lead to a host of health issues, including digestive problems, allergies, and even mood disorders. Dr. Crosser’s approach includes assessing and addressing gut health through dietary changes, supplements, and chiropractic adjustments to ensure optimal nervous system function, which can positively impact gut health.
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Inflammation
Chronic inflammation is at the root of many chronic diseases. Both functional medicine and chiropractic care aim to reduce inflammation in the body. Chiropractic adjustments can help alleviate musculoskeletal inflammation, while functional medicine can identify dietary and lifestyle factors contributing to systemic inflammation. Dr. Crosser’s integrated approach targets inflammation from multiple angles.
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Brain Fog
Cognitive issues like brain fog are often multifactorial. Functional medicine dives deep into uncovering potential causes such as nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, and food sensitivities. Combining this with chiropractic care can help optimize cerebral spinal fluid flow, potentially alleviating brain fog and enhancing cognitive function.
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Autoimmune Conditions
Functional medicine takes into account the role of the immune system in autoimmune conditions. By identifying triggers and addressing immune dysregulation, it is possible to manage and sometimes even reverse autoimmune diseases. Chiropractic adjustments can complement this approach by supporting the nervous system and immune function.
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Thyroid Disorders
Thyroid health is intricately connected to overall well-being. Functional medicine chiropractors like Dr. Crosser understand the importance of a holistic assessment. They consider not only thyroid function but also the underlying factors that can contribute to thyroid dysfunction, such as stress and inflammation.
Finding a Dual Practitioner Can Be Challenging
While the benefits of combining functional medicine and chiropractic care are clear, finding a practitioner who excels in both fields can be challenging. Many patients find themselves consulting multiple specialists, each addressing different aspects of their health. Dr. Crosser’s unique approach offers patients a holistic solution that bridges the gap between these two disciplines, saving time and effort in their quest for optimal health.
If you’re interested in experiencing the benefits of functional medicine chiropractic care or have questions about your health, don’t hesitate to reach out to Crosser Natural Health. Dr. Crosser is dedicated to helping patients unlock their body’s innate ability to heal and achieve holistic well-being.
The synergy between functional medicine and chiropractic care opens up exciting possibilities for people seeking holistic health solutions. By understanding the interconnectedness of the body’s systems, patients can embark on a journey toward true healing, where symptom relief is just the beginning.
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