Understanding Spinal Adjustments to treat your Back Pain
Understanding Spinal Adjustments to treat your Back Pain
Today, we want to discuss an essential aspect of chiropractic care in the treatment of back pain: spinal adjustments. Spinal adjustments, also known as spinal manipulation, are a technique used by chiropractors to change how the vertebrae of the spine move in relation to other vertebrae.
Why do we need a spinal adjustment?
When vertebrae become misaligned they move in ways they are not designed
to. The joints can move too far or can become quite stuck or restricted in how they move. This can lead to a range of issues, including pain, discomfort and reduced capacity to move. Spinal adjustments are designed to correct these misalignments and make the spinal joints move how they should. This helps in a number of ways including improving the function of the nervous system and reducing pain and discomfort.
How is a spinal adjustment performed?
During an adjustment, a chiropractor will use their hands to apply a controlled force to the spine. The adjustment is applied to a particular vertebrae in a particular direction depending upon the findings of the chiropractor. This force helps improve the alignment and movement of the vertebrae while restoring the natural curvature of the spine.
Who can have a spinal adjutment?
Spinal adjustments are safe and effective for people of all ages, from infants to the elderly. They are often used to treat conditions such as back pain, neck pain, headaches, and migraines, as well as improving overall mobility and wellbeing.
To all our Northside clients of Essendon Health and Sports Centre. If you have back pain and live nearby in Essendon, Moonee Ponds, Strathmore, Pascoe Vale and Keilor. We hope this information has been helpful in understanding the importance of spinal adjustments in chiropractic care. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
