Chiropractic Treatment to Correct Spinal Misalignments Chiropractors set right a misaligned spine by a technique known as spinal manipulation or spinal adjustment. Sports injury, poor posture, auto accidents, slips and falls are common causes of spinal misalignments. Chiropractic treatment can easily and effectively correct this condition without medication or surgery. Its fast growing acceptance over conventional treatment is mainly due to the fact that it involves no risks or side effects. Moreover, the therapy is ideal for people belonging to all age groups with musculoskeletal pain caused by subluxation (misalignment of the spinal vertebrae). Spinal Manipulation Technique and its Advantages Chiropractors set right a misaligned spine by a technique known as spinal manipulation or spinal adjustment. It is a ‘hands-on’ manual approach wherein gentle pressure and controlled thrust is applied to the spine. Persistent pain which emanates from the lower back is alleviated as the misaligned vertebrae that put stress on the nerves is pushed back into place. The treatment also relieves muscle spasm and releases blockages, thereby enabling proper and undisrupted functioning of the back. The advantages of undergoing chiropractic treatment for spinal misalignment are: •
Increases blood circulation