Heartburn & Acid Reflux – Hollon Family Chiropractic

Chiropractic Care for Heartburn and Acid Reflux in Jefferson City and California, MO

Do you have heartburn or acid reflux Jefferson City or California, MO? The terms heartburn and acid reflux are commonly used interchangeably, but heartburn is technically a symptom of acid reflux. Heartburn is a burning sensation that can move from your stomach to your chest and up to your throat. Other symptoms of acid reflux are regurgitation and dyspepsia. These symptoms most often occur after eating a heavy meal, while bending over, or when lying down, especially on your back. Acid Reflux is also known as Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Acid Reflux Facts in Jefferson City and California

More than 60 million Americans experience acid reflux at least once a month.
More than half of all pregnant women experience heartburn during pregnancy.
Acid reflux ruins sleep and can even lead to developing sleep apnea.
Acid reflux can often coexist with Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Acid reflux increases risk of esophageal cancer.

Causes of Acid Reflux

There are many things that can cause acid reflux. Stomach abnormalities, pregnancy, smoking, and being overweight are just a few of the different causes. Certain foods or drinks can make the symptoms of acid reflux worse.

A major cause of acid reflux that we see in our clinic has to do with the alignment of your spine. When your spine is misaligned where the sensitive nerves go to the stomach and esophagus, it can cause the symptoms of acid reflux. We have many cases of success when adjusting patients with acid reflux.

What Can I Do To Correct and Avoid Acid Reflux?

Here are a few things that you can do immediately:

Avoid certain foods and drinks: Citrus fruits, chocolate, caffeinated or alcoholic drinks, spicy, fatty, or fried foods, garlic and onions, peppermint, and tomatoes
Eat smaller meals
Don’t lie down after eating
Elevate your bed
Quit smoking
Lose weight

Chiropractors Can Help

While all these tips can help you reduce the symptoms caused by acid reflux, they may not treat the underlying cause. The only true, proven way to correct misalignments in your spine is to be checked and adjusted by a chiropractor.

Here at Hollon Family Chiropractic, we are spine experts and know exactly how to find the misalignments in your spine and the root cause of your acid reflux. No two people are alike, so your individual care plan will address your unique issues and will lead you back to optimal health.

Reach out to us today. We look forward to getting started with you!

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What They Say About Us

I absolutely love this place. Every time I come in everyone always has a smile on their face. The care is absolutely fabulous. I started to feel better after the first week.

Brittany S.

Have been going here for just over 6 months and have no plan to stop. Everyone is so nice and friendly. Dr. Savannah is very professional and always explains things very well.

Derek E.

Dr. Savannah is the greatest. She straightened me out more than I thought possible. The girls out front and Shane are so helpful and friendly. Highly recommend them

Shelly M.

Dr. Hillary is amazing and is always in a cheerful mood! Thankful to have her for my adjustments with both of my pregnancies. Deb is pretty great too :)

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