Proper spinal alignment is essential for healthy and pain-free living. When there
is a trauma to a joint, one of the ways your body responds is the stabilization
of the area by formation of new bone. With time, calcium deposits build up, eventually
as abnormal bony growth. This arthritic 'splinting' of bones is nature's attempt
to stabilize the injured joint. If left untreated, subluxation takes the form of
ongoing degeneration known as 'subluxation degeneration' and can lead to chronic
health related problems.
As these x-rays below show, there is a progressive degeneration that can be halted,
or slowed, with proper chiropractic care.
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Subluxation degeneration is how the body responds to improperly functioning spinal
joints. With early detection, appropriate care has been shown to slow, stop, and
even reverses the early stages of the process. Ask us to design a program of preventative
care for you and your family.
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Normal Cervical Spine: Normal curves and proper disc spacing allow
for a normal functioning spine and nervous system. Regular “check ups” are recommended
for early detection and prevention of spinal decay. Regardless of age, normal does
not change.
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Phase 1: Loss of normal curve and nervous system dysfunction results
from uncorrected spinal trauma. Because the body is so adaptive, this early phase
can exist without the warning of pain or other symptoms. At this point, returning
to normal is expected with appropriate care. However, if left uncorrected, the degeneration
continues.
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Phase 2: Bone spurs, disc narrowing and calcium deposits are often
present in this advanced phase. Abnormal bony growths that distort the shape and
function of the spine can be seen on X-ray. From lack of normal joint movement,
soft tissue, discs, and ligaments continue to degenerate. Like the mineral deposits
in a cave if given enough time adjacent spinal bones can fuse together. Depending
on the amount of nerve system interference, pain and other symptoms may or may not
be present.
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Phase 3: After years of neglect, the improperly functioning spinal
joints often fuse together. Joint immobilization, bone fusion, nerve atrophy, and
scar tissue develop. This damage is irreversible. Slowing or stopping this process
may be expected with appropriate care.
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