Chiropractic Back Pain Treatment

Posted: Apr 21, 2010 |Comments: 0 |

Chiropractic is a modern health care system based on the following premises:

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.

Questions and Answers

Ask
200 Characters left
Rate this Article
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 0 vote(s)
    Feedback
    Print
    Re-Publish
    Source:  http://www.articlesbase.com/diseases-and-conditions-articles/chiropractic-back-pain-treatment-2196291.html

    Article Tags:

    chronic back pain

    ,

    back pain treatment

    ,

    chiropractic back pain

    ,

    upper back pain treatment

    ,

    back injury treatment

    ,

    lower back pain

    ,

    sciatica back pain

    ,

    back pain therapies

    Back pain, including lower back pain, upper back pain and neck pain, is a common problem affecting many people. It can range from minor, temporary pain, to sustained pain in different parts of the back, neck or shoulders or involve the pinching of nerves, affecting the legs or arms.

    By: Johnl Health> Diseases and Conditionsl Jul 16, 2010
    The Internet Adventure

    If you suffer from sciatica, you will most probably be experiencing lower back pain traveling to the buttocks and legs. You will be glad to know that you can get chiropractic massage treatment not only for back pain relief but also to resolve the root cause of sciatica in Ybor City, Tampa FL.

    By: The Internet Adventurel Health> Wellnessl Aug 28, 2009
    Paul Miller

    Whiplash is an injury to the neck caused by a sudden movement back, forward or sideways of the head and neck. Depending upon the severity, it is also called a neck sprain or strain, cervical sprain or strain.

    By: Paul Millerl Health> Diseases and Conditionsl Mar 08, 2009 lViews: 691

    The turning point and the ideal phase of a female's life's pregnancy. Though this phase brings along a great deal of delight, it's also accompanied by different unwanted side effects.

    By: Rashad Krejcikl Healthl Nov 30, 2010

    Back pain also known as "dorsalgia" is pain experienced in the back that normally originates from the muscles, nerves, bones, joints or other structures in the spine. Back pain is one of the most common medical problems, affecting 80% people at some point during their lives.

    By: Hogel Washl Healthl Jan 18, 2010
    John Cielo

    A fast way to get gout relief is with baking soda which I've found it to be very effective. But now that I have gotten my uric acid levels under control I don't need to use this home remedy anymore.

    By: John Cielol Health> Diseases and Conditionsl Jun 04, 2012
    John Cielo

    Gout was once the 'disease of kings' due to their diet, but not any more. Anybody can have gout nowadays. Easy access to relatively cheap, mass-produced food and alcohol has meant that we are all at the mercy of gout through our diet.

    By: John Cielol Health> Diseases and Conditionsl Jun 03, 2012

    We need to keep our omega 6 foods at a minimum and include more omega 3 into our diets. Adding food items such as walnuts, chia seeds, to our salads is a simple and natural way to get our omega.

    By: Sandy Sachsl Health> Diseases and Conditionsl May 29, 2012

    Most children demonstrate some impulsive/hyperactive behavior or have difficulty remaining on-task. Although typically found in boys, in 3-7% percent of children the inattentive, hyperactive, and/or impulsive behavior is recognized by clinician as being a significant problem that is not typical of normal development.

    By: vladimirjigsl Health> Diseases and Conditionsl May 29, 2012

    Tomas, a 34 year of carpenter, went to see his girl friend of six months at the end of a hard day. Noticing a strange car in the driveway, he peered into her window with some curiosity. He saw her having sexual relations with another man. Enraged, Tomas went home and returned with his shotgun.

    By: vladimirjigsl Health> Diseases and Conditionsl May 29, 2012

    There had been a long going tussle between the engineers as well as the scientists and in particular the scientists doing research in the pure sciences as to who is a cut above, or rather who should bask in the sublime superiority and who while doing his work should wallow in some kind of crapulous inferiority.

    By: Johnl Education> College and Universityl Apr 17, 2012

    There are many different types of translation, and most translators specialize in one field or another. When it comes to English to Chinese translation or Chinese to English translation there are many ways it can be done.

    By: Johnl Education> College and Universityl Apr 02, 2012

    When you need to translate between Malay and English, or English and Malay you may not know where to start. A simple web search on this subject brings up a number of services. There are dictionaries and also translating services.

    By: Johnl Education> Languagesl Mar 17, 2012

    According to Horace Mann, "A human being is not attaining his full heights until he is educated" The world has become a demanding place for corporate employees who have to constantly update their skills to keep up with the transforming industry.

    By: Johnl Education> Online Educationl Mar 15, 2012

    The best thing that a man can ever think of is having enough cash in his pocket so that he can make as many purchases as possible. But the world that we are living in now might be better than the mediaeval times or even the ancient...

    By: Johnl Finance> Creditl Dec 31, 2011

    Discuss this Article

    Author Box
    Articles Categories
    All Categories
    Quantcast