Mesothelioma is a cancer caused mainly by exposure to asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral that was utilized in a number of industrial and military applications throughout the 20th century. The symptoms of mesothelioma have an unusually long latency period and can take up to 50 years to become noticeable. Unfortunately, mesothelioma treatment options are usually limited as the cancer is typically diagnosed in later stages.
In recent years, Chiropractic care has become a more commonly used type of treatment by cancer patients. Chiropractic care is used to treat and prevent pain and disorders regarding the musculoskeletal system that controls the body’s movement, including the spine.
According to the American Chiropractic Association, chiropractic doctors “have a deep respect for the human body's ability to heal itself without the use of surgery or medication. These doctors devote careful attention to the biomechanics, structure and function of the spine, its effects on the musculoskeletal and neurological systems, and the role played by the proper function of these systems in the preservation and restoration of health. A doctor of chiropractic is one who is involved in the treatment and prevention of disease, as well as the promotion of public health, and a wellness approach to patient healthcare.”
Mesothelioma patients may choose to visit a chiropractor as part of their treatment routine. In order to help control pain and relieve headaches, tension and stress, many cancer patients have incorporated chiropractic care into their course of treatment. Patients interested in alternative treatment, who strongly believe in the body’s capability to heal itself, may find chiropractic care appealing. Alleviating severe headaches and movement pains during cancer treatment may make the treatment process more comfortable for cancer patients, including those battling mesothelioma.
Two studies published in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics examined the cases of two patients combating cancer. One of cases involved a 54-year-old man diagnosed with lung cancer (a cancer often related to asbestos exposure) who began seeing a chiropractor after experiencing little pain relief one year after he underwent surgery to combat his cancer. The man experienced pain relief immediately after beginning chiropractic care and stopped using of all pain medications after two visits to his chiropractor. The Journal noted, “These clinical examples offer two specific instances of how chiropractic may improve the quality of a cancer patient’s life.”
Special thanks to: RMoyle National Awareness Coordinator - Mesothelioma Center
Asbestos.com
In recent years, Chiropractic care has become a more commonly used type of treatment by cancer patients. Chiropractic care is used to treat and prevent pain and disorders regarding the musculoskeletal system that controls the body’s movement, including the spine.
According to the American Chiropractic Association, chiropractic doctors “have a deep respect for the human body's ability to heal itself without the use of surgery or medication. These doctors devote careful attention to the biomechanics, structure and function of the spine, its effects on the musculoskeletal and neurological systems, and the role played by the proper function of these systems in the preservation and restoration of health. A doctor of chiropractic is one who is involved in the treatment and prevention of disease, as well as the promotion of public health, and a wellness approach to patient healthcare.”
Mesothelioma patients may choose to visit a chiropractor as part of their treatment routine. In order to help control pain and relieve headaches, tension and stress, many cancer patients have incorporated chiropractic care into their course of treatment. Patients interested in alternative treatment, who strongly believe in the body’s capability to heal itself, may find chiropractic care appealing. Alleviating severe headaches and movement pains during cancer treatment may make the treatment process more comfortable for cancer patients, including those battling mesothelioma.
Two studies published in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics examined the cases of two patients combating cancer. One of cases involved a 54-year-old man diagnosed with lung cancer (a cancer often related to asbestos exposure) who began seeing a chiropractor after experiencing little pain relief one year after he underwent surgery to combat his cancer. The man experienced pain relief immediately after beginning chiropractic care and stopped using of all pain medications after two visits to his chiropractor. The Journal noted, “These clinical examples offer two specific instances of how chiropractic may improve the quality of a cancer patient’s life.”
Special thanks to: RMoyle National Awareness Coordinator - Mesothelioma Center
Asbestos.com
