It is Like a Pinched Nerve

By definition, subluxation is a slight dislocation or biomechanical malfunctioning of the vertebrae. Stress, bad posture, sitting too long, slips/falls, automobile/work related accidents, sports injuries, just to name a few, all cause vertebrae to malfunction. This malfunction interferes with the nerves the spine is meant to protect and the interference causes irritation to the spinal cord, or nerve roots. The irritation of the nerves and the effects it produces is called a “Subluxation” or more precisely the Vertebral Subluxation Complex (VSC)

Vertebral meaning relating to the bones of the spine or vertebrae;

Subluxation meaning the improper motion or function of the vertebrae; and

Complex meaning a condition consisting of many elements.

A Doctor of Chiropractic is the only doctor trained to detect, correct and help prevent the Vertebral Subluxation Complex using Chiropractic spinal manipulation (the adjustment) as the primary form of treatment. When the Vertebral Subluxation Complex is present a variety of effects on the spine, ligaments, tendons, muscles, organs and the tissues controlled by the affected nerves. There are five major parts to the Vertebral Subluxation Complex.