1) The nervous system (brain, spinal cord and nerves) control ALL other systems of the body.
2) Mechanic misalignments and distortions to the spine (known as Subluxations) can interfere with the body's ability to govern and heal itself.
3) The body has the capacity to heal itself, given adequate rest, nutrition, and a fully functional nervous system (providing that no irreparable tissue damage has occurred).
4) Chiropractic is the art, science and philosophy or restoring normal nerve and mechanical function to the body, promoting a normalisation of physiological and healing processes.
WHY IS THE SPINE IMPORTANT?
The spine is the framework which supports and protects the spinal cord – the most intimate and delicate control mechanism of the body. Most nerves pass from the spinal cord to the various muscles, glands, organs and bones.
The spine is made up of 24 moveable bones, 23 discs (which act as shock absorbers and allow movement to occur). Thirty-one pairs of nerves exit the spine.
Because of the spine's complexity and abundance of ligaments and joints, its normal movements are easily disrupted. Falls, incorrect posture, mental stress, repetitive movements, sporting activities and even illness itself may cause disruption to the normal mechanics of the spine potentially causing back pain, including lower back pain and neck pain. These areas of abnormal movement are what chiropractors call subluxations.
WHAT IS CHIROPRACTIC?
Subluxations have several possible components: disrupted joint movement, nerve irritation, muscle spasm or weakness either at the site of the subluxations or along the course of the irritated nerve. Because nerves send energy to organs, a subluxation can very easily affect health and wellbeing, as has been demonstrated in hundreds of research projects over the last century. Due to the lifestyle we now lead, Subluxations are very common and do not always produce pain or other obvious symptoms (much like heart disease and tooth decay has a silent phase of pathology). However, subluxations can lead to such problems as lower back pain, upper back pain and neck pain. Spinal degeneration can occur when chronic subluxations are left uncorrected.
CHIROPRACTIC BACK PAIN TREATMENT
Chiropractors analyse the spine for subluxations and, if found, do a special procedure called an adjustment . This back pain treatment is a gentle and safe procedure, which in many cases takes just a few moments. The vast majority of people find this back pain treatment a comfortable experience, feeling a sense of release at the same time. Some techniques utilise the joint's ability to cavitate (pop), although there are many other techniques which are equally as effective at normalising nerve function.
WELLNESS CARE
Once better nerve function has been restored to the spine and the body has had the opportunity to heal properly, it is important that it be maintained. The physical, mental and chemical stresses that we expose our body to these days, easily overwhelm the nervous system and lead to a downward pattern of health which can lead to recurring back pain, including lower back pain, upper back pain or neck pain. Wellness care or regular checkups will allow your spine to function optimally following chiropractic back pain treatment, offering your body the best chance of feeling and functioning well.
In addition, your chiropractor may advise you on exercises, nutrition and preventive factors related to work, posture and lifestyle.Article with thanks for Back Pain Directory contributors.
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