Is It Possible For Me To Give Myself A Chiropractic Adjustment?
Many individuals feel they can watch a YouTube video or get one adjustment from a chiropractor and then start cracking their own back – which is an unusual notion when you consider that a chiropractor must complete over 4,600 hours of school to obtain their degree. That alone indicates that self-cracking versus having a qualified chiropractor work on you will be vastly different.
Still, let's have a conversation about it. So many individuals are self-cracking their backs these days (or allowing a buddy to do it), and we believe it's critical to educate people about the problems that come with it.
The Spine Functions in a Complicated Way
The spine is quite sturdy, yet the spinal cord, which is contained within it, is extremely valuable and delicate. The neurotransmissions that enable feeling, movement, and brain-body synchronization are all active in the spinal cord. The brain delivers information down the spine to all of your critical organs and tissues, and the spine provides strength and balance to support your nervous system, keeping your body alive, healthy, and thriving.
The spine is made up of 33 bones that are stacked one on top of the other. Between these bones are delicate cushioning tissues called as discs. Support is provided by these CDs. The spinal bones also include articulating joints that use cartilage to connect them to other bones.
A network of nerves runs between the vertebrae and the discs in the spine, connecting the body and the spinal cord to the brain. When these nerves are irritated or pinched, back discomfort is common.
Damage or disturbance to the nerves, which are responsible for signal transmission to and from the brain, can block the critical life energy from the brain, resulting in tingling, numbness, and restricted mobility.
Many ailments, including back pain, shoulder discomfort, headaches, reduced immunity, and even some emotional difficulties, are linked to spinal subluxations or compressions, according to the chiropractic theory. This is usually referred to as a pinched nerve by many people. In many cases, chiropractic adjustments and decompression have aided in the healing and functioning of the body, allowing it to heal itself without the use of hazardous medications, treatments, or surgeries.
Why Cracking Your Back Isn't OK (It's Not the Same as a Chiropractor)
The popping sounds that occur during a chiropractic treatment are referred to as "cracking the back" (or sometimes when you stretch).
Without the specificity of a chiropractic adjustment, cracking your own back is connected with nice feelings and rapid enjoyment, but it can lead to negative consequences. It's similar to the spinal manipulation therapy performed by qualified chiropractors, but it's not the same.
When a chiropractor adjusts your back, they use highly specific movements to realign and mobilize your spine. There may be "cracking" sounds associated with this, but the spinal realignment occurs whether or not you hear the cracking sound. In addition to spinal adjustments, they have a variety of alternative therapies at their disposal.
The thrusting motion generally associated with spinal adjustments is just one of the therapies accessible to an experienced chiropractor. Soft tissue manipulation, massage, acupuncture, laser therapy, and other modern technologies may also be used by chiropractors. You will only see long-term improvements from chiropractic if you follow a particular care plan tailored to your requirements.
Furthermore (and hopefully unsurprisingly), before treating your back, a chiropractor conducts a thorough examination to determine the reason and source of your problem, after which they target the adjustment and decompression on your precise areas of need. Nothing about this procedure is haphazard or accidental.
Back cracking is not the same as chiropractic care, and it is frequently dangerous. Chiropractors study the spine for four to five years and have years of experience treating patients.
Spinal adjustments, when performed by these professionals, can be extremely healthful and useful. However, doing it yourself at home is risky. It's highly likely that you won't be able to recognize which vertebrae need to be adjusted if you pull or twist your spine out of place. A simple back-cracking routine can lead to significant back problems like ruptured discs and nerve compression when self-cracking goes wrong.
At Peak Potential Family Chiropractic - Houston Heights, we use state-of-the-art technology like the decompression table to help our patients heal naturally. Our highly trained staff will develop a custom care plan for you, so you can get back to your life free from pain. Call us today!
Resources:
https://agreatertown.com/houston_tx/peak_potential_family_chiropractic_houston_heights_000187017741
https://www.iglobal.co/united-states/houston/peak-potential-family-chiropractic-houston-heights