WHAT TOXINS ARE THE RELEASED WITH AN ADJUSTMENT?
During a chiropractic adjustment, pressure is applied to specific areas of your spine or joints to correct misalignments and improve mobility. This process may cause some toxic release, which refers to the sudden expulsion of accumulated waste products from cells in response to physical manipulation.
The primary toxin released during chiropractic treatment is lactic acid - a byproduct of muscle metabolism that accumulates when muscles work harder than usual (e.g., during exercise). Other substances like histamine and prostaglandins might also be released as part of an inflammatory response triggered by tissue irritation caused by spinal manipulation.
HOW DO THESE TOXINS AFFECT MY BODY?
- Nervous system: The presence of excess lactic acid can temporarily irritate nerve endings, causing discomfort or pain around the adjusted area.
- Muscles: Lactate accumulation may lead to muscle soreness post-adjustment due to its acidic nature affecting muscle fibers directly.