• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
355 U.S. 22 E Ste D Springfield, NJ 07081 Conveniently Located!

Back & Body Pain Relief

Springfield NJ Chiropractor & Physical Therapy

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Phone
  • YouTube
  • Home
  • ABOUT
    • About Us
    • Providers
      • Dr David Perna DC, CCSP, CCEP
      • Dr Shan Sivendra MD
      • Dr Robert Minlionica, DC, MPA, ATC
      • Neel Patel, DPT
      • Sejin Park, LAc, DACM
      • Robert Benwell, OT
      • Eileen Egan Russo DAc, LAc, MS, LMT
    • Insurance
    • Reviews
    • Media
    • FAQs
  • TREATMENTS
    • Chiropractic Treatments
    • Physical Therapy
      • Posture Correction
      • Custom Stretching Programs
      • Sports Focused Rehab
      • Custom Rehab Programs
      • Active Release Technique New Jersey (ART)
    • Acupuncture
    • Medical Massage
    • Class IV Laser Therapy
    • Electric Stimulation
      • Shockwave Therapy
      • Ultrasound Therapy
      • Nerve Conduction Velocity Testing
    • Graston Technique Springfield
    • Trigger Point Injections
    • Spinal Decompression Therapy
      • Our Spinal Decompression Therapy
    • Hydration IV
  • PATIENT FORMS
  • Schedule an Appointment
  • NEWS
    • BLOG
  • CONTACT
You are here: Home / Lifestyle / The True Cost of Opioids – Explained by Your NJ Chiro

The True Cost of Opioids – Explained by Your NJ Chiro

May 24, 2018 By Dr David Perna DC

At Springfield Chiropractic, we take the Opioid crisis seriously. Recently, this crisis has been in the news. Let’s look at some facts and research on some of the issues we face with this in the US.

Between 2007 and 2014, FAIR health found that patients who had private insurance dependence on opioids increases by 3,203%. Between 2011 and 2015, charges put on private insurance increased from 72 million to 722 millions. A study done by Manchikanti L Helm found that opioids are prescribed in the US are 50 more times than the rest of the rest of the countries in the world together.  

In the US, opioid use is at its extreme, and needs to be changed.

Here at Springfield chiropractic, we strive to give patients the best care we can without the use of any drug medications, but by using non invasive therapies and treatments that we have available here. Some of these treatments are chiropractic care, cold laser therapy, therapeutic massage, cryotherapy, Active Release Techniques (ART), acupuncture, stretching exercises, physical therapy even more.

These are all alternative options to opioids and are what should be attempted first and foremost.

Many think that when pain arises they should go to the doctor and get a pain medication prescription in hopes for the pain to go away. The pain usually does not go away for good because the opioid hides the pain while not giving a permanent solution to the problem. This is how we can help at Springfield chiropractic.

Treatment is one thing, educate is the next step. This is what we do here. Education on the problem and treatment options is what will help you find relief the safest and best possible way. If you are educated, the pain will most likely not come back, because you know how to keep yourself at your best. We will always consult with you, and find the best treatment for your body and pain.

The opioid crisis continues to be an issue, but that is why doctors like me are here to educate and give successful treatments that will change your pain and your entire life leaving out the horrible side effects of opioids.

Some states in the US are catching on to the crisis by putting bills in place. In West Virginia, a bill was passed that states medical doctors must refer patients to chiropractors or physical therapists before prescribing any type of opioid. This is great to not only lower the opioid crisis, but help patients find real pain relief and to stop suffering all together. And for some, this may not be enough, but this will help the majority. Im the same state, any insurance company is required to provide a patient with a minimum of 12 chiropractic or PT sessions to cover the treatment expenses.

States like West Virginia will be the ones that help people get on the correct pain treatment track without using any opioids that contain long lasting side effects.

If you are in pain and cannot find relief, don’t hesitate to make an appointment with us here at Springfield Chiropractic in NJ. We want to help you become your best and pain free self. Call us (908) 325 – 3000 and let us help you to become pain free, opioid free.

Filed Under: Lifestyle

Primary Sidebar

Location

355 US-22 Suite D,
Springfield, NJ 07081

Hours

Mon 10am – 7pm
Tue 10am – 7pm
Wed 10am – 7pm
Thu 10am – 7pm
Fri 10am – 7pm

Widget Before Footer Widgets

OUR BLOG

STUFF YOU SHOULD KNOW
ABOUT YOUR HEALTH

back and body pain relief high heels back pain.jpg

High heels have been a popular fashion trend for women for years, but prolonged use can cause negative effects on your back, knees, and feet. Shifting your center of gravity when wearing high heels causes muscle tightness and spasms, as well as an increased curvature in the lower back. At our office, we aim to […]

April, 4, 2023

High Heels Back Pain – What to Do

High heels have been a popular fashion trend for women for years, but prolonged use can cause negative effects on your back, knees, and feet. Shifting your center of gravity when wearing high heels causes muscle tightness and spasms, as well as an increased curvature in the lower back. At our office, we aim to […]

READ MORE
Back and Body Pain Relief chiropractic for runners

As more and more people in the US take up recreational running, the number of injuries associated with this activity has also increased. Shin splints, patellofermoral pain syndromes, Achilles tendinitis, flat feet, compartmental syndromes and stress fractures are common injuries resulting from cumulative stress reactions to soft tissues and bones. When running, the musculoskeletal system […]

Chiropractic for Runners

As more and more people in the US take up recreational running, the number of injuries associated with this activity has also increased. Shin splints, patellofermoral pain syndromes, Achilles tendinitis, flat feet, compartmental syndromes and stress fractures are common injuries resulting from cumulative stress reactions to soft tissues and bones. When running, the musculoskeletal system […]

READ MORE
map
map
map

Footer

logo light

355 Route 22 E, Ste D
Springfield Township, NJ 07081

Ph: (908) 325-3000

Mon - Fri 10am - 7pm

Good Faith Estimate
  • footer logo
  • footer logo
  • footer logo
  • footer logo
  • footer logo
  • footer logo
  • footer logo
footer logo

© Copyright Back & Body Pain Relief NJ | All Rights Reserved - Medical Website Design in NJ | Privacy Policy

CB logo
  • Home
  • ABOUT
    • About Us
    • Providers
      • Dr David Perna DC, CCSP, CCEP
      • Dr Shan Sivendra MD
      • Dr Robert Minlionica, DC, MPA, ATC
      • Neel Patel, DPT
      • Sejin Park, LAc, DACM
      • Robert Benwell, OT
      • Eileen Egan Russo DAc, LAc, MS, LMT
    • Insurance
    • Reviews
    • Media
    • FAQs
  • TREATMENTS
    • Chiropractic Treatments
    • Physical Therapy
      • Posture Correction
      • Custom Stretching Programs
      • Sports Focused Rehab
      • Custom Rehab Programs
      • Active Release Technique New Jersey (ART)
    • Acupuncture
    • Medical Massage
    • Class IV Laser Therapy
    • Electric Stimulation
      • Shockwave Therapy
      • Ultrasound Therapy
      • Nerve Conduction Velocity Testing
    • Graston Technique Springfield
    • Trigger Point Injections
    • Spinal Decompression Therapy
      • Our Spinal Decompression Therapy
    • Hydration IV
  • PATIENT FORMS
  • Schedule an Appointment
  • NEWS
    • BLOG
  • CONTACT