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Things To Avoid With Degenerative Disc Disease

Oviedo Chiropractic

Here are some things to avoid with degenerative disc disease. However, for those living with degenerative disc disease, this process generally happens earlier—and causes more pain. If you’ve recently been diagnosed with disc degeneration, you’re probably wondering what to expect.

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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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New Year Same Spine

ChiroJunky

It is made up of 33 individual bones called vertebrae, which are separated into sections called the cervical (neck), thoracic, (midback), and lumbar (low back). Situated between the bony vertebrae are the disc that act of absorbers of the body. The spine is the weight-baring back one of the body.

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What Are the Common Types of Back Pain?

Fisher Chiropractic

Risk factors for muscular back pain include: Poor posture Lifting heavy objects incorrectly Repetitive motions that put a strain on your back muscles So, if you find yourself slouching at your desk or attempting to lift a grand piano without help, don't be surprised if your back rebels. Herniated Disc So, let's talk about the herniated disc.

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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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Spinal Decompression in Chiropractic Care: A Resource for Patients

GSPatients

Well, it’s a non-surgical and non-invasive treatment that aims to relieve pressure on the spinal discs and nerves. Imagine your spinal discs as little cushions between the bones of your spine (the vertebrae). Next on the list are the back pain bandits: degenerative disc disease and spinal arthritis.