🧠 Chiropractic and the Chemistry of Addiction
When your spine and nervous system are functioning properly, your body naturally produces the brain chemicals that create feelings of calm, balance, and well-being. But when spinal misalignments (known as subluxations) interfere with the nervous system, these natural chemicals can become disrupted — potentially leading individuals to seek outside substances like drugs or alcohol in an effort to “self-medicate.”

📉 The Connection Between Spinal Health and Substance Use
People struggling with addiction often turn to alcohol or drugs to reproduce sensations they’re lacking internally — things like dopamine, serotonin, and endorphins. Chiropractic adjustments aim to restore balance to the nervous system, which may support the body’s ability to naturally regulate these “feel-good” chemicals.

📚 What the Research Says
Dr. Jay Holder, DC — Medical Director at the Exodus Treatment Center in Miami — conducted a study involving 98 patients undergoing a traditional 28-day rehab program. When chiropractic care was added to their treatment plan:
✅ 100% completed the program (compared to the national average of 78%)
✅ Participants reported lower levels of depression and anxiety

Dr. Holder emphasized:

“Chiropractic doesn’t treat addiction directly — it allows patients to better respond to the treatments that do. By correcting spinal subluxations, patients are better able to engage in therapy and medical care.”

🔄 Straighten Up to Heal from Within
The idea that spinal alignment can help support recovery gives new meaning to the phrase “straighten up.” While chiropractic doesn’t replace traditional addiction treatment, it may be a powerful tool to help the body heal from the inside out — improving clarity, emotional resilience, and the ability to fully benefit from counseling or group work.

✅ Walk-In Chiropractic Care Available
Body Traxx Chiropractic
📍 1010 Old Austin-Hutto Road, Pflugerville, TX 78660
📅 Open:
Tues, Wed, Thurs: 10 AM – 7 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 2 PM
📞 512-647-8424
No appointments necessary — just walk in.

Inspired by research from Exodus Treatment Center & Dr. Jay Holder