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Vertebral subluxations happen when
vertebrae are out of their proper position or lose normal motion to the point
that nervous system function is impaired. Specifically, problems occur when
misaligned vertebrae put pressure on nerve roots encased by the spinal
cord. Subluxations
can be caused by accidents,
over-exertion, toxins, tension, stress, or injuries to the spine.
 The purpose of the nervous system is to control and coordinate the function of every system, organ, tissue, and cell in
our bodies. Displacements
of vertebrae irritate and put stress on the nerves that regulate and control the rest of the
body, causing the affected tissues and
organs to not function
properly. Even
slight misalignments in the spine may alter the regular transmission of
nerve impulses, preventing the afflicted portion of the body from
responding with its full capacity.
Spinal
misalignments can leave the body susceptible to health problems when decreased
nerve function does not allow it to work properly. Some of the effects of spinal
misalignments are listed below. The bones in the tables are from the top of your spine to the bottom. There
are seven cervical vertebrae of the neck, twelve thoracic vertebrae of the
mid back, five lumbar vertebrae of the lower back, and the base- or
tailbone.
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Spinal Column
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Vertebrae |
Organs Affected by Vertebrae of the
Spine
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C1 |
Brain, Nasal and Palette Glands, Lungs, Heart, Spleen, Kidney, Stomach, Liver, Large Intestines
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C2 |
Eye, Sinuses, Brain, Nasal and Palette Glands
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C3 |
Eye, Sinuses, Nasal and Palette Glands,
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C4 |
Eye, Sinuses, Nasal and Palette Glands, Sublingual Glands, Submaxilary Glands
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C5 |
Parotid Gland, Sublingual Glands, Submaxilary Glands
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C6 |
Parotid Gland, Thyroid
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C7 |
Thyroid, Lungs
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T1 |
Lungs, Heart, Parotid Gland, Carotid Artery, Pulmonary Artery
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T2 |
Lungs, Heart, Parotid Gland, Carotid Artery
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T3 |
Lungs, Heart, Stomach, Pulmonary Artery, Carotid Artery
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T4 |
Liver
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T5 |
Stomach
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T6 |
Pancreas
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T7 |
Spleen
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T8 |
Liver
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T9 |
Adrenal
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T10 |
Small Intestines
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T11 |
Kidney
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T12 |
Kidney
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L1 |
Large Intestines
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L2 |
Large Intestines
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L3 |
Large Intestines, Spleen, Bladder
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L4 |
Large Intestines, Bladder
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L5 |
Large Intestines, Spleen, Bladder
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Sacrum |
Large Intestines, Spleen, Bladder
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Vertebrae |
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Possible Problems
from Subluxation of Vertebrae
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C1 |
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Headaches, migraines, nervousness, insomnia, chronic fatigue, dizziness |
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C2 |
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Allergies, sinus problems,
vision and hearing problems, earaches |
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C3 |
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Neuralgia, neuritis, acne or pimples, eczema |
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C4 |
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Hay fever, hearing loss, adenoids |
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C5 |
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Laryngitis, sore throat |
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C6 |
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Stiff neck, pain in upper arm,
tonsillitis |
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C7 |
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Bursitis,
susceptibility to colds, thyroid conditions |
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T1 |
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Asthma, cough, shortness of breath, pain in lower arms and hands |
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T2 |
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Functional heart/chest conditions |
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T3 |
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Bronchitis, pleurisy, pneumonia, congestion, influenza |
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T4 |
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Cholecystitis, gallstones, jaundice, shingles |
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T5 |
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Hepatic cirrhosis, low blood pressure, anemia, poor circulation, arthritis |
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T6 |
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Indigestion, heartburn, dyspepsia |
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T7 |
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Ulcers, gastritis, diabetes |
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T8 |
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Lowered resistance |
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T9 |
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Allergies, hives |
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T10 |
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Hardening of the arteries, chronic fatigue, nephritis, pyelitis |
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T11 |
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Acne, pimples, eczema, boils |
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T12 |
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Rheumatism, gas pains, sterility |
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L1 |
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Constipation, colitis, dysentery, diarrhea, hernias |
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L2 |
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Cramps, difficulty breathing, acidosis, varicose veins |
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L3 |
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Bladder troubles, menstrual irregularity, miscarriages, impotency, knee pains |
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L4 |
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Sciatica, low back pain,
prostatitis, urinary urgency, frequent urination |
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L5
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Poor
leg circulation, swollen ankles, cold feet, weakness in legs, leg cramps |
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Sacrum |
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Acroiliac pains, spinal curvatures,
hemmroids |
Spinal
Degeneration
Left
uncorrected, vertebral subluxations can lead to arthritic changes called
subluxation degeneration. This is a relentlessly destructive process caused from neglected spinal
misalignments or injury. Because pain is not always present, this condition can go undetected for a long time, just like a cavity decaying in a
tooth.
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NORMAL
Notice the
forward curve with equal disc spacing allowing normal function of
the nervous system. |
DEGENERATION
Here a spinal misalignment
has caused calcium deposits, arthritic decay, narrowing discs, bone
spurs, & advanced nerve irritation. |
1. Limited
range of motion: Can you turn your head so your chin is nearly
parallel to your shoulder? Can you bend your head so that your ear
is within 1-2" of your shoulder? Without moving your feet, can you
swivel your hips and turn your upper body 45 degrees both left and
right? Can you swivel from your waist 45 degrees both
directions? Keeping your body straight, can you bend forward at
the waist until you are parallel with the floor? Can you bend
backwards from the waist until you're looking straight up?
2.
Imbalance in hips, shoulder, or head. Hips or shoulders
that are not level, or a head that tilts to one side are abnormal
conditions.
3.
Difference in the wear of heels on hard soled shoes.
This could be a strong indication of a spinal/hip imbalance due to
spinal subluxation.
4.
Difference in leg length. One leg being longer than the
other is an important clue to a larger problem.
5.
Palpation: This test requires a partner. Lie face down in a relaxed position.
Have your partner press with the blunt end of his fingers (not the tips but the fleshy part where the fingertips
are) on the “bumps” along your spine. He should use moderate pressure – about the same amount you’d use to check the ripeness of a melon. Work from the base of the skull to the lower back feeling for each individual vertebrae.
Any tenderness, soreness, or discomfort could be a sign of nerve
interference.
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