Someone who has suffered from any kind of neck or back pain knows that there are few areas in the body where pain is so debilitating. Bending over, reaching, sitting, grasping, and many other kinds of movement that used to be simple and easy become difficult and painful. When it comes to back pain, chiropractors are experts.
Chiropractors are medical professionals that are licensed in the treatment, diagnosis, and prevention of conditions in the musculoskeletal system, especially the spine. Because the so many important nerves are housed near the spine, disorders in the spinal area can cause serious pain. Listed below are three common spinal problems that chiropractors deal with on a daily basis.
Sacroiliac Pain
Sacroiliac pain is a result of a disorder in the sacroiliac joint of the pelvis, which causes a dull unilateral pain to radiate from the lower back. The sacroiliac joints are formed by the connection of the right and left iliac bones and the sacrum. The sacrum is what supports the weight of the spine and the iliac bones are the two large bones that make up the pelvis. There are two sacroiliac joints located in the pelvis, one on the left and one on the right. Most joints in the body have a covering of cartilage to allow for movement and to act as a shock absorber. Sometimes, with age or wear, the cartilage can be worn away and cause the bones to rub on each other, causing severe pain in the sacroiliac joints.
Spinal stenosis
The spinal canal is the space in the vertebrae through which the spinal cord runs. Spinal stenosis refers to a narrowing of this important spinal canal, through which these important nerves run. This may be caused by several things, including thickened ligaments along the spinal canal, enlarged cartilage resulting from arthritis, and bony spurs. Spinal stenosis is most common in people over the age of 50 years old and may be caused by degeneration as a result of aging.
Herniated Disc
The discs referred to in the term "herniated disc" are the cartilaginous joints that allow movement between the vertebrae of the spine. The discs are made up of several layers of cartilage. Vertebral discs have an outer layer of fibrous material which surrounds several layers of fibrocartilage. These fibers contain a fluid or jelly that helps maintain flexibility in the spine.
They also function as a shock absorber to absorb the shock of daily movements and to keep the discs separated. In cases of herniated disc, wear and tear can cause pressure that forces the jelly-like material to bulge or become forced out through tears in the outer fiber. This bulging causes pressure on the nerves surrounding the vertebral discs.
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Dry Creek Chiropractic (http://www.americanforkchiropractic.com/) If you're considering treating your pain or symptoms through our American Fork chiropractic services, but are unsure of what to expect, here is a rundown of some of our treatment procedures. Art Gib is a freelance writer.
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