Standing Tall Again: How Cox® Technic Chiropractic Care Eases Pain from Juneau Spinal Kyphosis
Living with spinal kyphosis goes far beyond just having a hunched back—it’s about persistent pain, limited movement, and the emotional weight of not being able to do what you love. Kyphosis, a condition where the upper back curves forward more than normal, is especially common for older Juneau adults. It’s often brought on by osteoporosis, spinal fractures, or degenerative changes over time. The ultimate effect? Activities of daily living like standing tall, turning your head, or even taking deep breaths can become difficult and uncomfortable.
But there’s good news. Chiropractic care at Aurora Chiropractic Center, particularly a technique known as Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction, is offering real relief—and hope—for people dealing with this Juneau spinal condition.
WHAT IS SPINAL KYPHOSIS?
Spinal kyphosis doesn’t just affect the thoracic spine. It throws off your entire body alignment, affecting how you stand, move, and feel. As Dr. Eric Chu emphasized in a recent case report, when the upper (thoracic) spine bends forward excessively, the neck often counters by jutting the head forward. (1) This domino effect leads to cervical postural syndrome, bringing neck pain, stiffness, and muscle tiredness. No fun.
HELP FOR SPINAL KYPHOSIS PAIN
That’s why treatments like Cox® Technic are so important. Rather than just covering up the pain or treating a single area, this treatment approach addresses the spine as an interconnected system. It utilizies gentle, rhythmic spinal stretching and range motion to decompress joints and reduce nerve pressure—without the force of traditional spinal manipulation. We at Aurora Chiropractic Center feel you’ll like this approach!
A CASE OF KYPHOSIS
A nice example of these benefits comes from a case study by Dr. Lee Hazen about a 75-year-old woman who had undergone several vertebroplasties to treat compression fractures caused by osteoporosis. (2) Despite those procedures, she continued to experience intense pain and struggled with pronounced kyphosis. Introduce Cox® Technic to her care. Through a series of carefully applied treatments, her posture got better, her pain reduced dramatically, and she got back the ability to move more freely—something traditional care hadn’t been able to offer.
One of the most notable things about Cox® Technic is how cautious it is for older adults with fragile bones. Its slow, controlled method avoids the risks of more aggressive approaches, making it a smart option for those who have osteoporosis or are in post-surgical recovery.
Together, these case studies paint a clear picture: chiropractic care and Cox® Technic don’t just work on the symptoms—they work to address the root of the problem. By bringing back better alignment and easing pressure, it helps patients move better, feel stronger, and regain confidence in their bodies.
For anyone battling spinal kyphosis and its ripple effects, Juneau chiropractic care with Cox® Technic might be the key to unlocking a more comfortable, active life.
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Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. James Cox on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he illustrates the gentle, safe, research-documented treatment of The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management.
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