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What is a Subluxation? 
Subluxation is a term used in the chiropractic field to describe what happens when one of the vertebrae in your spine moves out of position. The word subluxation is derived from the Latin words meaning somewhat or slightly (sub) and to dislocate (luxate). When this happens, the misaligned vertebra creates pressure and stress on the spinal nerves, blood vessels, and surrounding muscles. This pressure and stress can cause an imbalance in the bodys normal processes as the nerves in the spinal column extend to the entire body and its organs. As time goes on and the uncorrected subluxation settles, the damage to the nerve gets progressively worse different stages of subluxation degeneration set in.
Subluxations can occur in a number of ways A car accident, fall, sudden jar, or trauma are all examples of unique instances that may cause a subluxation. The other occurrence of subluxation comes from regular actions such as improper sleeping position, poor posture, or incorrect lifting processes.
Chiropractors are specialists in correcting subluxation and other misalignments. They do this perfroming spinal adjustments. Our office uses instrument adjusting, a gentle, non-manipulative technique that uses speed and precision to restore balance and proper function of the spinal structures. The speed and precision allowed by instrument adjustments eliminates the need to forcefully twist and manipulate the spine. Our patients appreciate the gentleness and effectiveness of this type of spinal adjusting.
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