About Chiropractic Care

A chiropractic physician is a neuromusculo-skeletal specialist, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions, which are caused by mechanical dysfunction of the spinal and extremity joints and their effects on the nervous system. When the bones of your spine are not moving properly, or are out of their normal position, irritation to the nerve or pain in the joints may occur. Discs that are degenerated, bulging or herniated can also cause nerve irritation or compression (pinched). Chiropractic care and the adjustment/manipulation of the spine restores the proper position and movement to the bones, discs, and joints within the spinal column and/or extremities.

Your spine supports your body weight, aids in movement, and serves as a passageway for your spinal cord and nervous system. The spine is made up of 24 bones, or vertebra, that are individually designed for specific roles. Each vertebrae is separated by a tough disc that cushions the bones and allows flexibility and movement. The spine as a whole, with its many bones and discs, is capable of very large motions. But each individual joint by itself allows only a few degrees of movement. Therefore, when one vertebra is not moving properly, the entire spinal column can be affected. This condition can lead to pain, disability, degenerative changes, arthritis, stiffness or nerve problems.

Because mechanical loading of the neuro-musculoskeletal tissues plays a vital role in influencing proper growth, repair and healing, chiropractic rehabilitative care should focus on the normalization/minimization of abnormal stresses and strains acting on spinal tissues. Instead of using medications or surgery Dr. Spurlock uses a variety of spinal adjustments/manipulations for each area of the spine. Spinal and extremity manipulation alone is not enough. Therefore, postural correction, active exercises and stretches, axial distraction, traction and ergonomic education are deemed necessary for spinal rehabilitation.