Chiropractic Economics

MARCH 21, 2025

Spinal stability is a cornerstone of musculoskeletal health and functional movement. Anatomy and biomechanics of spinal stability Stabilizing subsystems Passive subsystem Comprises vertebrae, intervertebral discs, ligaments and joint capsules. Provides structural support and acts as a passive restraint against excessive movement.

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Ligaments Posture X-ray Exercise 130

Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), “Back pain is one of the most common medical problems in the United States.” Bulging or ruptured disks : since these disks are protective cushions for the vertebrae, ruptured or bulging ones can cause nerve pain within the spine.

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Lower Back Pain Family Chiropractic Chiropractic Care Vertebrae 52

Musculoskeletal Australia

APRIL 23, 2024

We saw this reflected in the responses we received to our 2020 national survey from people with back pain. Well, for one thing, like most musculoskeletal conditions, back pain is invisible. The spine is made up of bones (vertebrae) stacked together to form a loose ‘S’-shaped column. Why is this?

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Vertebrae X-ray Musculoskeletal Ligaments 52

Musculoskeletal Australia

APRIL 23, 2024

Well, for one thing, like most musculoskeletal conditions, back pain is invisible. The spine is made up of bones (vertebrae) stacked together to form a loose ‘S’-shaped column. Each vertebra is cushioned by spongy tissue called intervertebral discs. Why is this? This can lead to fatigue, stiffness and pain.

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Vertebrae X-ray Musculoskeletal Ligaments 52