What Causes Subluxations?

Subluxation

Not only must your spine help you stand erect, it must allow you to move while allowing the vital nerve communications between your brain and your body. Your spinal cord and nerve roots are the most vulnerable part of your nervous system. That’s why we’re so interested in your spine. If your spine isn’t working right, your nervous system probably isn’t either—even if you feel great and don’t have any symptoms!

There are many causes of spinal subluxations. They fall into three broad categories. Here are some of the causes our patients have mentioned:

Physical
  • Being born
  • Learning to walk
  • Raking leaves
  • Shoveling dirt
  • Car accidents
  • Getting into your car
  • Sitting on your wallet
  • Hotel beds
  • Contact sports
  • High heeled shoes
  • Sweeping the garage
  • A bad pillow
Mental
  • Getting bad news
  • Tomorrow’s deadline
  • Stress
  • Feeling rushed
  • Job interview
  • Frustration
  • The holidays
  • Paying the bills
  • Being late
  • Your mother-in-law
  • Funerals
  • A speeding ticket
Chemical
  • Drugs
  • Muscle relaxers
  • Alcohol
  • Pain pills
  • Cigarette smoke
  • Paint fumes
  • Vaccinations
  • Sleeping pills
  • Preservatives
  • Allergic reactions
  • Too much coffee
  • Anesthesia

Dr. Miklos Asks some important questions of interest to Vermilion residents - Chiropractor Vermilion Dr. Miklos Asks...

What is the significance of "growing pains?"
Chiropractors know that aches or pains at any age mean something's not right. In fact, many children go through stages of growth without aches or pains. So while "growing pains" may be common, they're not normal. That's why our Vermilion chiropractic practice sees lots of children. A chiropractic checkup for your child can often help detect and correct problems that are more difficult to correct in Vermilion adults.
Why are chiropractors wary of the germ theory?
Louis Pasteur originated the idea that germs caused disease. Yet, on his deathbed he recanted, declaring, "It's not the seed, but the soil." Meaning, it's not the germ that causes disease, but the condition of the body that allows the germ to thrive. Chiropractic care in our Vermilion office is designed to bolster your resistance so germs don't see you as a good host.