30/01/2023
Chiropractors treat subluxations. If subluxations are not treated they can lead to painful spinal conditions. So, here’s what you need to know about the 4 phases of subluxation degeneration!
Subluxations cause nerve interference and when his happens the changes that take place are referred to as “subluxation degeneration”.
Normal spines have a natural curvature that helps to act as a shock absorber. In normal spines everything is functioning as it should.
Degeneration Phase 1
Here your spine has lost its normal balance. Normal curves have been lost, impacting nerves. Your joints, discs, nerves and posture may be stressed. You may experience only slight discomfort in this stage. The best treatment for this phase is a spinal adjustment!
Degeneration Phase 2
Highlighted by disc narrowing and bone spurs, and your postural changes might be a lot worse. This is a fairly common condition by age 40. This is also the stage where spinal canal narrowing, also called stenosis may start to occur. You will have aches and pains in this phase, fatigue and a decreased ability to deal with stress. If you’re in this phase it is possible for chiropractic care to make a significant improvement.
Degeneration Phase 3
More postural imbalances in this phase, as well as increased nerve damage and even permanent scar tissue and advance bone deformation. You will notice a loss of energy in this phase as well as possible physical weakness. Chiropractic care may be able to reverse some of the damage being done in this phase, so go see your chiropractor!
Degeneration Phase 4
This is the most advance stage. You will notice limited range of motion here as well as postural imbalances. The nerve damage can be quite severe and the scar tissue is formed while the bones may begin to fuse together. There is a lot of pain in this stage and a continued loss of energy. The conditions associated with this phase are considered to be irreversible, but chiropractic care can help to give some relief of symptoms.
So what phase of spinal degeneration are you in? Do you even know?
Call us today and let us help you!!
Regards Dr Anthony
