3809 North Monroe ◊ Spokane, WA 99205 ◊ (509) 326.3795
9720 North Nevada ◊ Spokane, WA 99218 ◊ (509) 464.CARE (2273)
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3809 North Monroe ◊ Spokane, WA 99205 ◊ (509) 326.3795 9720 North Nevada ◊ Spokane, WA 99218 ◊ (509) 464.CARE (2273)
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What is a subluxation?The word "subluxation" comes from the Latin words meaning "to dislocate" (luxate) and "somewhat or slightly" (sub). A subluxation means a slight dislocation (misalignment) or biomechanical malfunctioning of the vertebrae (bones of the spine). These disturbances may irritate nerve roots and blood vessels which branch off from the spinal cord between each of the vertebrae. This irritation may cause pain and dysfunction in muscle, lymphatic and organ tissue as well as imbalance in the normal body processes. What causes a subluxation?A fall, injury, sudden jar, trauma, or often an inherited spinal weakness can displace a vertebra. Other causes include improper sleeping conditions or habits, poor posture, occupational hazards, incorrect lifting practices, obesity, lack of rest and exercise, and stress; whether physical, chemical or emotional. How is a subluxation corrected?Doctors of Chiropractic are specialists in neuromusculoskeletal conditions. They are trained to restore the misaligned vertebrae to their proper position in the spinal column. They do this manually, utilizing the chiropractic procedure known as "spinal adjustment." Your chiropractor, in most cases, will use his or her hands in applying corrective pressure to the spine in a specific direction and location. The manual force or thrust helps restore the alignment and mobility of the vertebrae. In some cases, the chiropractor may use instrumentation to detect subluxations and adjust the spine. Questions? Ask the Doctor: Doctor@HoukChiropractic.com
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