Acid Reflux

Chiropractic Treatment in McMurray, PA for Acid Reflux

While acid reflux is rarely serious, it could potentially turn into cancer in your esophagus if the acid irritates your throat continuously. It's also uncomfortable for you to have to contend with on a regular basis. While over-the-counter remedies do help, you can further reduce your symptoms by seeking out the assistance of our chiropractor at Anderson Chiropractic, serving McMurray, PA and the surrounding area.

Definition of Acid Reflux

Acid reflux is a condition that occurs when you have frequent heartburn. It stems from the entryway to your stomach not closing all the way once food passes through your esophagus and into your stomach. When it remains open, acid from your stomach is able to back up into the esophagus; it causes heartburn as a result. It's only considered acid reflux if you have heartburn more than twice per week, though. Certain risk factors make it more likely for you to develop acid reflux. For instance, if you're overweight, smoke, or have a hiatal hernia.

Chiropractic Care Reduce Symptoms of Acid Reflux

Chiropractic care can help by taking pressure off of the nerves in the back. When our chiropractor performs an alignment, he repositions the vertebrae in the spine in order to ease any pressure on the nerves. A connection between the nerves in your stomach and back exist, so when you ensure there isn't any force entrapping the nerves, it can ease discomfort in your back as well as your stomach.

Diet and Lifestyle Changes for Acid Reflux

Our chiropractor can recommend diet and lifestyles changes to better manage your condition. For instance, when you eat has the potential to worsen your symptoms. How you eat can also affect your acid reflux and so can what you eat. A diet can manage your symptoms while helping you lose weight, which can also reduce your symptoms since the condition is more prevalent in those who are overweight.

Schedule an appointment with Anderson Chiropractic, McMurray, PA and the surrounding area, to reduce your acid reflux discomfort by calling us today at 724-941-5805.