A subluxation occurs in the spine due to the restricted flow of the nerves, which is not good for you or your body. Your spinal column is made up of 24 independently moving vertebrae that enable your body to twist, move, bend, and do many other movements. When they are restricted, it is common to feel pain and reduced flexibility. Subluxations are often seen as a problem of the nervous system, but they start in the spinal cord and affect the nerves flowing to the various parts of the body. After a period of time, symptoms of subluxation may be manifested and include numbness, tingling, or pain in the affected area. The subluxation can however occur any time and to anyone, and the exact cause has not yet been determined. At Nigus Chiropractic of Overland Park, we can help you avoid or get relief from subluxations.