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Chiropractic Care for Heartburn and Acid Reflux in Jacksonville, NC

Do you have heartburn or acid reflux Jacksonville, NC? The terms heartburn and acid reflux are commonly used interchangeably, but heartburn is technically a symptom of acid reflux. Heartburn is a burning sensation that can move from your stomach to your chest and up to your throat. Other symptoms of acid reflux are regurgitation and dyspepsia. These symptoms most often occur after eating a heavy meal, while bending over, or when lying down, especially on your back. Acid Reflux is also known as Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Acid Reflux Facts in Jacksonville

  • More than 60 million Americans experience acid reflux at least once a month.
  • More than half of all pregnant women experience heartburn during pregnancy.
  • Acid reflux ruins sleep and can even lead to developing sleep apnea.
  • Acid reflux can often coexist with Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
  • Acid reflux increases risk of esophageal cancer.

Causes of Acid Reflux

There are many things that can cause acid reflux. Stomach abnormalities, pregnancy, smoking, and being overweight are just a few of the different causes. Certain foods or drinks can make the symptoms of acid reflux worse.

A major cause of acid reflux that we see in our clinic has to do with the alignment of your spine. When your spine is misaligned where the sensitive nerves go to the stomach and esophagus, it can cause the symptoms of acid reflux. We have many cases of success when adjusting patients with acid reflux.

What Can I Do To Correct and Avoid Acid Reflux?

Here are a few things that you can do immediately:

  • Avoid certain foods and drinks: Citrus fruits, chocolate, caffeinated or alcoholic drinks, spicy, fatty, or fried foods, garlic and onions, peppermint, and tomatoes
  • Eat smaller meals
  • Don’t lie down after eating
  • Elevate your bed
  • Quit smoking
  • Lose weight

Chiropractors Can Help

While all these tips can help you reduce the symptoms caused by acid reflux, they may not treat the underlying cause. The only true, proven way to correct misalignments in your spine is to be checked and adjusted by a chiropractor.

Here at Thrive Chiropractic and Wellhouse PLLC, we are spine experts and know exactly how to find the misalignments in your spine and the root cause of your acid reflux. No two people are alike so your individual care plan will address your unique issues and will lead you back to optimal health.

Reach out to us today. We look forward to getting started with you!

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What People Say About Thrive Chiropractic and Wellhouse PLLC

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Mikayla gives amazing care and she listened to my every concern at my visits, no matter how small and came up with ideas on how to best help me, she is such a great person to talk to and is always a positive and upbeat person!
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Dr Mikayla is who you need to see. She is knowledgeable, extensively trained, and truly cares about her patients. If you are looking for a chiropractor or given up on chiropractic due to bad experiences in the past Dr Mikayla is different and worth a try. She is also great with the kiddos!!
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I started care during my first trimester and it has truly made all the difference in my pregnancy not only physically but mentally. My lower back pain and knee pain are so much better and Dr. Mikayla takes the time to actually listen to me and my concerns.. then evaluate ME specifically no “cookie cutter” treatment.
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Dr. Mikayla isn’t your typical chiropractor! She evaluates the body completely different (believe me.. I’ve tried many different chiros). I had chronic neck and wrist pain for years until I finally went to see her. She is AMAZING!
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