The science of chiropractic focuses on the spine, which protects the spinal cord within its 24 movable bones. The spinal cord functions as the "switchboard" of the body, through which nerve messages are transmitted from the brain to all parts of the body. In the event of injury, trauma, or stress, misaligned vertebrae can occur and interfere with nerve messages, restrict mobility, and cause pain and discomfort. Chiropractors realign the vertebrae so the nerve messages are not inhibited. When the spine is in proper alignment, the cause of disfunction is removed and the body can function to the best of its ability.

Subluxation

A subluxation is the term used todescribe the misaligned vertebrae in the spine that can put pressure on the delicate spinal nerves. These nerves send messages from the brain, through the spine and to every cell, organ, and tissue of the human body. Only a chiropractor can detect and correct these misalignments allowing your body to function properly.