Chiropractors/Can depression be helped?

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Expert: - 8/17/2004


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I have severe depression and have been to counteless doctors, councelors, psychologists, psychiatrists ect.  I figured it is just something I will have to live with, since nothing seems to help.  But recently I went to a chiropractor for headaches and got immediate relief.  My question is, can depression have any thing to do with the spine, rather than a psychosomatic problem in the brain?

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Hello Trish,

  Chiropractic can definately help.  When you are in pain all the time, pain can be a contributing factor.  Chiropractic adjustments help reduce pressure on the spine and can many beneficial qualities.  Diet and exercise are also an important part, especially endurance activities running biking etc...  Omega 3 supplementation EPA/DHA fatty acids may help too.

Hope this information helps!

Dr. Brendon O'Brien D.C.

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Questions related to: Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, Soft Tissue Treatment, Nutrition, Acupuncture, and the integration of Chinese and Western medicine.

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Dr. O'Brien is a highly skilled doctor of Chiropractic who has come to Minneapolis, Minnesota from Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. O'Brien has a extensive knowledge of sports related injuries and myofascial conditions. Dr. O'Brien has competed in Judo, Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, Free-Style Skiing, Cross-Country Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, and continues to compete in Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, and Cross-Country Skiing.

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D.C., Certified Acupuncturist in Minnesota.

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