Healthy discs allow normal bending and turning of the spine. However, trauma or injury to the spine can cause discs to tear, bulge, herniate, or even rupture. This is very painful. The jellylike center can leak, putting pressure on the adjacent nerve and spinal cord. Many patients avoid needless surgery or dependency on pain pills, even though results are not guaranteed.
Patients do benefit from choosing chiropractic care for their spine-related problems.
A chiropractic adjustment is the art of using a specific force in a precise direction, applied to a joint that is not moving properly. This adds motion to the joint, helping the bones to gradually move to the normal position. The purpose of this procedure is for improved spinal function, improved nervous system function, and overall improved health. There are many ways to adjust the spine. Usually the doctor's hands or a specially designed instrument delivers a brief and highly accurate thrust.