Many people suffer from one of the many autoimmune disorders. There are over 80 known types, some being common and some being rare. If you are suffering from an autoimmune disorder, the chiropractors in Manhattan, KS at Nichols Chiropractic can relieve the symptoms with functional medicine.
What Is an Autoimmune Disease?
Your immune system is designed to help protect you from infections and illnesses. If you have an autoimmune disease, your immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues and cells, thinking that they are harmful bacteria or viruses.
What Are the Symptoms Of Autoimmune Disease?
The symptoms that you would experience would depend on the type of autoimmune disease that you have. Common symptoms of these diseases include:
Swelling
Tissue damage
Painful joints
Red, swollen joints
Itching
Jaundice
Weakness
Confusion
Kidney issues
What Parts Of the Body Are Often Affected By Autoimmune Diseases?
These diseases can affect just about any part of your body. The most common parts include:
Blood cells and blood vessels
Joints
Skin
Kidneys and lungs
Spinal cord and brain
Thyroid
Pancreas
How Are Autoimmune Diseases Diagnosed?
A combination of tests, such as a physical examination and blood work, may be able to diagnose an autoimmune disease.
How Are Autoimmune Diseases Treated with Functional Medicine?
Our chiropractors in Manhattan, KS can relieve your symptoms with chiropractic adjustments. If your spine is misaligned, it affects your nervous system, which then can affect your immune system. Chiropractic adjustments can alleviate your pain associated with the autoimmune disorder and can restore your body function. Other functional medicine treatments may be included to help with the healing process.
Nichols Chiropractic offers a variety of services, such as functional medicine, to help relieve the symptoms of your autoimmune disorder. Call our chiropractors in Manhattan, KS at 785-537-2211 to schedule an appointment.
2749 Pembrook Pl
Manhattan, KS 66502, US