Understanding Subluxation
Over the last 100 years, Chiropractic science has been reaching millions of people. It has become the fastest growing health profession in the world. Research continues to validate the health benefits of chiropractic.
The pathway to good health is the spine and nervous system. The spine houses and protects the spinal cord, through which nerve fibers pass from the brain to the rest of the body. Every cell, tissue and organ is controlled by nerve impulses which travel from the brain to all parts of the body.
The nerves leave the spine through openings between the vertebrae. Misalignment of the vertebrae can interfere with the normal functioning of the nerves. Misalignments are often caused by activities of our daily living such as stress, bad posture, poor sleeping habits as well as accidents, injuries and falls. New research has revealed that the first misalignment may occur in the birth process itself for both the mother and baby. This misalignment is called a “vertebral subluxation.” Subluxations can cause pain and malfunction in the nervous system that affects posture, range of motion and strength. Uncorrected subluxation leads to spinal degeneration/ arthritis in the spine.
Chiropractors are trained to detect and reduce or correct subluxations. The subluxations are detected through a consultation, spinal evaluation and x-rays. X-rays demonstrate the number and degree of subluxation present in the spine. Light, specific adjustments are performed to these misaligned areas to allow the body to heal and regain its optimal level of health.
