Chiropractic offices often have information about vertebral subluxations and we tell people that everyone should have their spines checked for subluxation. But we know that the term may not be all that meaningful to most people. Subluxation is not a household word, but it should be. That’s because it is a common situation that has a big effect on the well-being of people of all ages.
Today someone asked me, “Just what is a vertebral subluxation?”
I’m really glad she asked. And here’s what I answered: “Vertebral subluxation is why chiropractic exists. It’s what happens when a spinal bone (vertebra) becomes misaligned insulting the nerve system. Vertebrae are actually designed to protect the nerve system. When the spinal cord is properly sheltered by the movable bones of the spine, life can be good. If, on the other hand, a vertebra fails in that task, then life can’t possibly be as good. That’s because the brain communicates with, and coordinates the function of all other body parts through the nerve system. When messages between the brain and body are interfered with, body tissues receive distorted signals, resulting in malfunction. Some malfunctions produce symptoms, while others might manifest for prolonged periods of time before a person has any idea that something is wrong. Simply stated,vertebral subluxations interfere with life in the body.”
It’s safe to say that life is always better without vertebral subluxations. That’s why so many people make a point of seeing their chiropractor regularly. With the holiday season upon us our stress levels increase, making it a good idea to get your spine checked, and adjusted if a vertebral subluxation is present.