One way that chiropractic care can improve the symptoms of stress is by restoring optimal bodily function by adjusting spinal misalignment. When your body is in a state of natural balance, you sleep better, your mood improves, and you are able to complete routine daily tasks more easily. Another benefit of chiropractic treatment is the reduction in muscle tension. Chronic stress often causes your muscles to tense. That changes the position of your spine and also creates sensations of soreness throughout your body. Relieving that muscle tension can go a long way toward improving your quality of life.