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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

Modern approaches to spinal stability focus on the interplay between the passive (bony and ligamentous structures), active (muscular system) and neural subsystems.Dysfunctions in any of these components can compromise stability, leading to compensatory patterns, pain and a heightened risk of injury. erector spinae , rectus abdominis ).

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Chiropractic Care to Treat & Prevent Sports Injuries

Canadian Chiropractic Association

One such injury is a torn anterior cruciate ligament which results from a quick deceleration, hyperextension or rotation of the knee joint that may or may not involve contact with another person. Such injury, and others, may cause significant pain and debilitation taking you away from the sports that you enjoy.

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The Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy

Fisher Chiropractic

Hormonal changes also play a role, as they cause ligaments to loosen, further contributing to discomfort. Postural Changes: As the belly expands, posture shifts to accommodate the change, often resulting in back pain. Postural Changes: As the belly expands, posture shifts to accommodate the change, often resulting in back pain.

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10 Benefits of Prenatal Chiropractic Care

Beecher Chiropractic

Back pain is often caused by the loosening of joints and ligaments in preparation for delivery. Routine adjustments throughout pregnancy can help to relieve pain or injury caused by spinal instability, or loosened ligaments and joints. Better Sleep Improper sleep posture can lead to restlessness and pain during pregnancy.

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How To Minimize Your Low Back Pain During Pregnancy

Beecher Chiropractic

The extra weight being carried in the abdomen changes the posture of the mom. Toward the end of the pregnancy, the body releases a hormone, Relaxin, which helps the ligaments to loosen and allow the pelvis to open for delivery. As the weight in the abdomen pulls the body forward, the shoulders tend to lean backwards to counteract this.

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6 Reasons for Lower Back Pain When Sitting (But Not Standing)

Oviedo Chiropractic

But the truth is, your body isnt built to stay in a seated position for hours on endespecially not with poor sitting posture or an unsupportive setup. Bad Posture One of the main reasons for lower back pain when sitting is probably the most obvious: poor posture. It might seem counterintuitive.

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Try Chiropractic for Better Posture

Healthy Life Chiropractic

Is your bad posture causing back pain problems ? It’s relatively easy to fix poor posture , especially when you take advantage of the benefits of chiropractic care. Working with your chiropractor in Newnan, GA , can help rid you of lingering pain, correct your posture , and put you on a path to better health and wellness.

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