Your Spine









Your Communication Highway
Our spine is a series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the small of the back, enclosing the spinal cord and providing support for the thorax and abdomen, the backbone. That is the simple definition but it’s what is within that enclosed spinal cord that makes the spine an amazing communication highway!
Along with the brain, the spinal cord makes up the central nervous system. The spinal cord acts as a communication highway between the brain and the rest of the body sending out messages (nerve impulses) to tell the body what to do. Each vertebra’s spinal nerve root has a direct relationship to specific organs, glands and systems.
Here are just a few:
Our C-1 (Cervical) vertebrae is directly related to our brain, the blood supply to the head, the pituitary gland and inner ear. If there is a roadblock/subluxation in that location, you could experience headaches, migraines, nervousness, insomnia, dizziness, chronic tiredness, head colds or high blood pressure.
The C2 vertebrae is connected to our mastoid bone, ears, eyes, sinuses, optic nerve, forehead and tongue. A roadblock/subluxation here could result in sinus problems, allergies, deafness, eye problems, earaches or feeling faint.
The TH-1 (Thoracic) can affect the hands, wrists, fingers, esophagus and trachea which can cause problems such as shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, asthma, coughing or lower arms and hand pain.
Your L-1 (Lumbar) vertebrae is directly related to the large intestine. When this vertebra has a roadblock/subluxation you may experience constipation, diarrhea, colitis or hernia.
There are 26 of these vertebrae (nerve roots) that must be in alignment for optimal body function. A healthy spine means healthy functioning organs, glands and systems. Chiropractors are trained to remove those roadblocks/subluxations and clear that communication highway so the messages (nerve impulses) can get through and do their job. Seeing a Chiropractor on a regular basis should be a part of every wellness plan.
Could your symptoms be the result of garbled messages and lack of communication due to a roadblock/subluxation?



Do You Have a Roadblock?
Here are some health challenges you may not realize could be associated with a misaligned spine:
Chronic Headache
Chronic Sinusitis
Allergies
Tinnitus
Chronic Bronchitis
Chronic Ear Infections
Muscle Aches
Joint Pain
Hypertension
Digestive Challenges
Elimination Challenges
Hemorrhoids
Vision Impairments
Knee Pain
Neuropathy
GERD
*Note that an adjustment is NOT a quick fix. It takes time to re-train the muscles and ligaments to stay in proper position. Staying well hydrated will help keep things in alignment. Dehydration causes the muscles to shrink and lose their ability to hold the spine in place. Get yourself aligned and then proper maintenance will keep your body running smoothly. You won’t believe how good you can feel!
A good chiropractor is worth their weight in gold!





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