Lets start off with a brief introduction of how it was meant to be. A couple of a thousand years ago, we had to hunt for our dinner plates. But in this short period of time, the human species have advanced so far so that most of us had to sit in front of a screen for 5-8 hours a day and meals served. Humans are made to move. We were given the mobility of countless number of joints in our skeletal system for speed, strength and mobility. We have advanced too fast for evolution to catch up, which explains the problems which plague us in this present day.
The entire spine is made up of 7 Cervical vertebra, 12 Thoracic vertebra, 5 Lumbar vertebra and 1 sacrum. To sum it all up, there are 25 movable joints in the spine. In an anatomical definition, joints are: A point of articulation between two or more bones, especially such a connection that allows motion.
The key word here is MOTION.
However the spine is also the most underutilized and uncared for by most of us. To prove this point I ask this question. How many of us here know the field of Chiropractic and the roles of a Chiropractor. Sitting in front of a screen all day is not natural. We were born to move. Every single cell in the body has its own unique purpose. In between each vertebra are discs. The function of discs is to provide cushion or shock absorbers. Losing these discs can mean increased stress and degeneration of vertebrates, fusion of vertebral joints and nerve interference.
Nerve interference in the spine can affect every single organ or limb in the body. Here are some examples:
However a form of healthcare has been designed to help people cope with the change of lifestyle. What a chiropractic adjustment does is precise manipulation of the vertebra, allowing subluxated or “out of alignment” ones to move back into alignment or sometimes “pop” back. Hence the familiar saying of cracking the back. It is no different from cracking your knuckles. A vertebral subluxation is a complex of functional and/or structural and/or pathological joint changes that compromise neural integrity and may influence organ system function and general health.
Furthermore the benefits go beyond realignment. Joints do not have a blood supply and require constant motion to flush fluids in and out. It allows the discs to receive nutrients necessary to keep it thick and healthy so as to maintain the purpose as a shock absorber.
The Benefits of Chiropractic
Short-term and regular chiropractic care have a number of benefits including:
Healthy Back Tips
The entire spine is made up of 7 Cervical vertebra, 12 Thoracic vertebra, 5 Lumbar vertebra and 1 sacrum. To sum it all up, there are 25 movable joints in the spine. In an anatomical definition, joints are: A point of articulation between two or more bones, especially such a connection that allows motion.
The key word here is MOTION.
However the spine is also the most underutilized and uncared for by most of us. To prove this point I ask this question. How many of us here know the field of Chiropractic and the roles of a Chiropractor. Sitting in front of a screen all day is not natural. We were born to move. Every single cell in the body has its own unique purpose. In between each vertebra are discs. The function of discs is to provide cushion or shock absorbers. Losing these discs can mean increased stress and degeneration of vertebrates, fusion of vertebral joints and nerve interference.
Nerve interference in the spine can affect every single organ or limb in the body. Here are some examples:
- C1- Migraines, Headaches, Insomnia, Chronic tiredness, Dizziness
- C4- Sinusitis, Allergies, Tinnitus
- T4 syndrome- Numbness/Tingling/Stiffness in hands and fingers.
- T8- Low Immunity
- L3- Sciatica, Menstrual problems(Painful/Irregular)
- L5- Cold feet, Leg cramps, Weak ankles
However a form of healthcare has been designed to help people cope with the change of lifestyle. What a chiropractic adjustment does is precise manipulation of the vertebra, allowing subluxated or “out of alignment” ones to move back into alignment or sometimes “pop” back. Hence the familiar saying of cracking the back. It is no different from cracking your knuckles. A vertebral subluxation is a complex of functional and/or structural and/or pathological joint changes that compromise neural integrity and may influence organ system function and general health.
Furthermore the benefits go beyond realignment. Joints do not have a blood supply and require constant motion to flush fluids in and out. It allows the discs to receive nutrients necessary to keep it thick and healthy so as to maintain the purpose as a shock absorber.
The Benefits of Chiropractic
Short-term and regular chiropractic care have a number of benefits including:
- spinal and extremity pain relief
- headache relief
- increased mobility and range of motion
- decreased stiffness and muscular spasms
- arthritic joint pain relief
- increased joint health
- increased performance and energy
- increased sense of well being and relaxation
- increased balance and coordination
- reduced degeneration and risk of injury
- enhanced tissue healing
- decreased tissue inflammation
Healthy Back Tips
- Exercise regularly. This does not have to be anything overly strenuous. Something as simple as a daily walk can make a huge difference.
- Eat a healthy diet. Proper nutrients allow the body to repair itself easier
- Maintain good posture. Are you sitting up straight as you read this?
- Stretch your spine before and after sports. This will also help to loosen up the surrounding muscles.
- Don't overload your backpack or purse. Remember to carry it over both shoulders to balance the load
- Stretch your legs and back after each hour of sitting. Whether in a car or at a desk, stretching regularly will help to keep you from tightening up or injuring yourself further.
- Never cradle the phone between your neck and shoulder
- Sleep on your back or Side, Not on your stomach. This helps to keep your spine in line and reduces the risk of hurting your neck while you sleep.
- Invest in a good chair, pillow and mattress. When you think about the amount of time you use these things each day, it's worth it.
- Have regular spinal check-ups. It's much easier to prevent a problem than to correct one.