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Understanding the Anatomy of the Spine: A Comprehensive Guide

Watkins Family Chiropractic

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. It is divided into five regions: Cervical Spine (Neck) : Comprises 7 vertebrae (C1-C7). Sacrum : Composed of 5 fused vertebrae (S1-S5).

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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!" Herniated Disc So, let's talk about the herniated disc. There's no magic cure, unfortunately.

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The 18 Most Popular Chiropractic Tools and Equipment

ChiroTouch

Activator Adjusting Tool The Activator adjusting tool uses a spring-loaded thrust to gently push targeted vertebrae or extremity joints back into proper alignment. Once identified, a mild percussive force is applied using the table-mounted Atlas Orthogonal percussion instrument, which helps reposition the atlas vertebra.

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Chiropractor Care: What You Need to Know About Spinal Adjustments

Fisher Chiropractic

If you are diagnosed with a herniated disc, degenerative disc disease, or scoliosis, seeing a chiropractor helps to improve your symptoms. The spine is made up of several bones, called vertebrae, that are stacked on top of each other. Sometimes, the vertebrae become misaligned.