The spine is a vitally important part of the body. It gives the body structure and support while allowing for movement and flexibility. It also protects the spinal cord, which controls all of your body’s movement and functions.
When the spine is misaligned, it can result in swelling, inflammation, postural problems, the strain on joints and soft tissue, compressed nerves, nerve damage, and pain.
Chiropractic care can help prevent or treat a wide variety of health issues. Unfortunately, many people don’t think of going to a chiropractor until they have exhausted every other option and are desperate.
Don’t wait until you’re at the end of your rope—here are some good times to consider calling a chiropractor for an appointment.
When You’ve Had Any Kind of Accident
You may think chiropractors only help those who were in serious automobile accidents, but any type of accident can cause a vertebra to slip out of place. This includes fender-benders, falls, or jolts during any physical activities. One vertebra out of place can cause inflammation, swelling, pinched nerves, nerve damage, the strain on joints and soft tissue, and a host of other problems.
When You Have Headaches, Sinus Issues, or Earaches
The upper cervical spine consists of the top seven vertebrae that begin at the base of the skull and run through the neck. This is a delicate area prone to injury. The upper cervical spine is close to many clusters of nerves and tubes that go from the brain stem into the head and face. A misalignment of the vertebrae can cause these nerves and tubes to be compressed, pinched, or damaged. Many headache conditions like migraines and cluster headaches, chronic ear infections, and sinus problems stem from a misalignment of the upper cervical spine.
When You Work At A Desk And Don’t Get Enough Exercise
Some people just prefer indoor, sit-down activities; some people have jobs, lifestyles, or health issues that prevent them from getting much exercise. Either way, a sedentary lifestyle can cause a wide variety of health problems. Sitting for long periods, extending the neck, or holding the head down to look at tasks on a desk can cause maladapted postures. This can, in time, lead to spinal misalignments, nerve problems, breathing issues, digestive issues, disc degeneration, and more. Many health problems that stem from a sedentary lifestyle begin with posture problems.
When You Have Musculoskeletal Problems
When a single vertebra slips out of proper alignment, it can throw your entire system out of whack. The body shifts to accommodate misalignments, and you generally don’t even realize you’re doing this. Unfortunately, you may also not realize until it is too late that this shift is causing undue pressure on many other joints, bones, muscles, ligaments, and nerves. If you have a musculoskeletal health issue, chances are it can be traced back to a misalignment somewhere in the spine.
When You Want to Prevent Health Issues
Smart people know that the best offense is a good defense; when it comes to your health, preventative health care can be the biggest key to preventing problems and nipping them in the bud. Many people will go to doctors and dentists for regular check-ups, get annual blood tests, etc., but may be overlooking one of the biggest pieces of the puzzle when it comes to the body’s health: the health of the spine.
Since the spine plays such a major role in the body’s overall health and wellness, adding chiropractic care to your healthcare routine can save you a lot of pain and trouble in the long run.
Dr. Alex Bello of Los Angeles Upper Cervical is a specialist in the Blair Chiropractic Technique. This technique is so gentle and comfortable for patients that it is even safe for young children. Blair practitioners use more precise movements and a lighter, swifter touch to make corrections to the upper cervical spine, where many spinal problems and health issues begin. Practitioners of the Blair technique can do this because they use state-of-the-art technology to get 3D diagnostic images to better calculate your unique anatomy and needs.
If you want to know how upper cervical chiropractic care can help you stay fit and healthy, or resolve any problems you may have had, contact Dr. Bello for an appointment. Dr. Bello offers safe, effective, natural upper cervical chiropractic care to patients in Brentwood, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Westwood, Culver City, Marina Del Rey, West Los Angeles, and the surrounding areas.