Between an aging baby boomer generation and longer life expectancies across the board, the U.S. population is about to experience a major demographic shift. This is going to have widespread ramifications for the healthcare system and the economy as a whole, and with medical costs already on the rise, there is no time like the present to start working toward better long-term health.

Chiropractic care can be an excellent supplement to healthy lifestyle choices, since it can counteract many common aches and pains that may keep you from regular exercise and other beneficial habits. Below are just a few reasons why you should consider chiropractic care to make the most of your golden years:

Facilitate a healthy lifestyle:  Following a balanced, nutrient-rich diet and staying active is essential for the over-65 set. Regular aerobic exercise has been linked to a reduced risk of cognitive decline, and keeping twinges at bay with chiropractic care can be a great place to start.

Keep your spine aligned: Regular spine adjustments enhance neuromusculoskeletal health, which is a fancy way of saying that an aligned spine can keep the rest of your body in good working order.

Stop spasms in their tracks with e-stimulation: This chiropractic technique can stop painful spasms that tend to really cramp your style as you grow older. E-stimulation is widely used to help manage pain and train muscles.

Build up your strength with therapeutic exercises: If you’re already struggling with everyday tasks due to pain or stiffness, you can work toward regaining strength in your back with the guidance of a chiropractor.

Treat pain with utlrasound therapy: Using ultrasound therapy, chiropractors can provide relief from pain conditions and encourage tissue healing to restore lost mobility.

Bid farewell to stiffness, swelling, and pain with heat packs: There is a reason why so many injuries are treated with heating and cooling pads. Applying heat packs con combat swelling, manage pain, loosen up stiff joints and relieve frustrating spasms

Contact an experienced chiropractor today to learn more about the benefits of chiropractic care as you age.