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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

The ability of the spine to maintain its structural integrity and control during movement and loading is best termed spinal stability. A stable spine is critical for preventing injuries, optimizing functional performance and alleviating chronic pain. Active subsystem Includes local stabilizers (e.g., Bosu ball).

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Back Pain Statistics by the Numbers

Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

Our friendly and knowledgeable chiropractors at Petrak Family Chiropractic define back pain as pain that occurs anywhere along the four regions of your spine, which run from the base of your skull to your tailbone. Regular exercise helps to strengthen the core muscles that support the spine. By 2050, the research projects a 36.4%

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Shining a light on back pain

Musculoskeletal Australia

We saw this reflected in the responses we received to our 2020 national survey from people with back pain. 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 do people get back pain?

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Shining a light on back pain

Musculoskeletal Australia

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. They act as shock absorbers and give your spine its flexibility. Pairs of small joints (facet joints) connect vertebrae to one another.