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Understanding the Anatomy of the Spine: A Comprehensive Guide

Watkins Family Chiropractic

The spine is a vital part of your anatomy, playing a crucial role in your overall well-being. Let's dive into the structure of the spine, its vertebrae, and the intervertebral discs to help you understand how this incredible system works and why spinal health is so important. Connects the spine to the pelvis.

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Comprehensive Guide to Spine Pain Causes and Chiropractic Solutions

Any Spine

 Comprehensive Guide to Spine Pain Causes and Chiropractic Solutions Have you ever winced with discomfort stemming from your spine? This guide delves into the intricate anatomy of the spine and uncovers common causes of pain that afflict numerous individuals.

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What Are the Common Types of Back Pain?

Fisher Chiropractic

Mechanical Back Pain Mechanical back pain can be caused by issues with the structures in your back, such as the: Muscles Ligaments Bones It's like your body's way of saying, "Hey, something's not quite right here!" Doctors might request an MRI or CT scan to get a closer look at your spine and identify the herniated disc.

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The 18 Most Popular Chiropractic Tools and Equipment

ChiroTouch

SOT (Sacro-Occipital Technique) Blocks Sacro-occipital technique (SOT) blocks are wedge-shaped cushions used in a low-force chiropractic tool to realign the head, spine, and pelvis. Inclinometers Inclinometers measure the range of motion and angles of the spine and other joints. Traction tables. Decompression tables.

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How To Strengthen Your Joints

Oviedo Chiropractic

What we refer to as a joint is actually a complex combination of bone, muscle, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and other tissues, all of which work together when you swing your arm, bend your knee, or grasp an object. But what does that mean? There is a lot more to your joints than just bones. So, what does a “strong joint” look like?

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Effective Chiropractic Strategies for Alleviating Lower Spine Pain

Any Spine

 Effective Chiropractic Strategies for Alleviating Lower Spine Pain Are you grappling with persistent lower spine pain that disrupts your daily activities? Symptoms Indicative of Lower Spine Issues Recognizing the symptoms indicative of lower spine issues is instrumental for those seeking relief.

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Chiropractor Care: What You Need to Know About Spinal Adjustments

Fisher Chiropractic

These may include manual adjustment of the spine, manipulative therapies such as massage or traction, and exercises. If you are diagnosed with a herniated disc, degenerative disc disease, or scoliosis, seeing a chiropractor helps to improve your symptoms. What Do Chiropractors Do? Why Do I Need A Spinal Adjustment?