Adjustments increase strength in Stroke Victims

If you have a stroke, an area of your brain can basically die, which is why it’s not too surprising that stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability in the world. In fact about 17 million people suffer from a significant stroke every year! And about 5 million of them experience long term disability.

Research has shown that chiropractic care might help stroke victims

Muscle Weakness

One of the most common disabilities after a stroke is muscle weakness, often on one side of the body. Over the past 20 years scientists have been showing that chiropractic care doesn’t just have an impact on how your back works, it can actually change the way your brain works and how it controls your body, including movement and strength.

Get Moving Again

So, if someone you know has suffered from a stroke, let them know that chiropractic care may really help to improve their brain / body communication and to get them moving again!

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