Mental care perspective for stress and fatigue: How to relieve "mental fatigue" with chiropractic treatment
Stress and mental fatigue are deeply related to physical tension. We will introduce mental care that uses chiropractic to release tension in the neck, head, and shoulders and regulate the autonomic nervous system.
Have you ever felt tired even though you weren't moving?
"I'm not using my body at work, but I feel tired for some reason."
"Even if I sleep on my days off, I can't feel refreshed and I feel depressed."
"I can't sleep at night, and my mind is constantly filled with thoughts."
This condition may not be a sign of physical fatigue, but rather of mental fatigue caused by stress.
When we think of chiropractic, we tend to think of it as just treating stiff shoulders or back pain, but in fact , the mind and body are connected, so relieving physical tension is directly linked to mental care . In this article, we will introduce the relationship between stress, mental fatigue, and chiropractic.
The effects of stress on the body and mind
When you continue to be stressed, the balance of your autonomic nervous system becomes disrupted and the sympathetic nervous system tends to become dominant. The sympathetic nervous system controls the "active mode," so if it remains on for a long time, your mind and body cannot rest.
As a result──
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Stiff neck and shoulder muscles
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Shallow breathing
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Increased headaches and eye strain
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Poor concentration and insomnia
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Increased irritability and depression
In this way, physical tension and mental discomfort create a vicious cycle.
Mental care approaches that can be achieved through chiropractic
1. Release tension in the neck and head
Many people who are stressed have stiff muscles from the neck to the back of the head. By gently loosening the neck and scalp with chiropractic treatment, blood flow to the head improves and tension in the brain is relieved. This is a point that many people experience when they feel their head feels lighter or their vision is clearer.
2. Deepen your breathing by adjusting your shoulder blades and spine
If the shoulder blades and spine are stiff, breathing becomes shallow and the autonomic nervous system does not switch properly. By moving the shoulder blades and adjusting the movement of the spine through chiropractic treatment, breathing becomes deeper and the parasympathetic nervous system becomes easier to work.
3. Approach to the diaphragm and abdomen
The diaphragm is essential for breathing and is deeply connected to the autonomic nervous system. By relaxing the diaphragm and abdomen through chiropractic treatment, breathing becomes more stable and the mind becomes more calm. This also relaxes the intestines, which can sometimes alleviate constipation and diarrhea caused by stress.
4. Full body balancing
Correcting misalignment of the pelvis and spine stabilizes the balance of the entire body. When physical discomfort is alleviated, you will feel more relaxed and more likely to feel "somehow relieved."
Mental self-care you can do at home
To prolong the effects of your treatment, we recommend self-care practices that you can incorporate at home.
Meditative Breathing
This breathing technique involves closing your eyes and repeating "inhale for 5 seconds, then exhale for 10 seconds." This helps activate the parasympathetic nervous system, calming your mind.
scalp massage
Simply pressing your temples or the back of your head lightly with your fingers can help relieve brain fatigue. Great for when you're taking a break from desk work.
Eye warming
Warming your eyes with a steamed towel or a commercially available eye mask will relax the area behind your eyes and the center of your autonomic nervous system (brain stem). This is especially recommended for those who are tired from working on a computer.
Stretching to expand the abdomen and chest
Lie flat on your back, spread your arms wide, and take a deep breath. Your chest will expand, your breathing will become deeper, and you will feel much calmer.
From customer feedback
Here are some comments from customers who have actually undergone chiropractic treatment:
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"I was able to sleep soundly at night after the treatment"
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"My head felt heavy and I didn't want to do anything, but after it was over, even my mind felt lighter."
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"Once I released the tension in my neck and shoulders, I strangely felt less irritable."
This is not simply "muscle relaxation," but the result of resetting the balance of the autonomic nervous system by adjusting the body .
Summary: The mind and body are connected
Stress and mental fatigue cannot be overcome by willpower or determination. When the body is tense, the mind is also constantly pulled into a state of tension.
By releasing tension in the body through chiropractic treatment and adjusting the rhythm of the autonomic nervous system, many people feel changes such as a calmer mind and a lighter mood.
If you've been feeling a bit tired lately or feeling down, try incorporating chiropractic treatment into your mental care routine. At Re･Set, we offer a personalized approach to help you reset your mind and body, from neck, shoulder, and head care to adjusting your overall balance.
Stress Chiropractic / Mental Fatigue Chiropractic / Autonomic Nervous System Adjustment / Headache and Insomnia Chiropractic / Hashimoto Chiropractic Stress Care
