Manipulation A
non-specific manual procedure that involves a general
thrust to move a joint.
Mechanoreceptor A
specialized nerve ending that has been found to
influence the neurological response of the brain, spinal
cord and spinal nerves.
Meric system Chiropractic
system based on the theory that specific spinal joints
are associated with specific organs, requiring
adjustment of certain vertebrae for certain diseases.
Migraine Headache Do
you know that 15 million Americans suffer from migraine
headaches. There are many reasons for migraine
headaches. Doctors of Chiropractic have discovered one
of the most common reasons is cervical spinal
degeneration, a misalignment and straightening of the
neck that puts pressure on the nerves and arteries,
causing them to swell. With less blood and oxygen
reaching the brain a headache develops. By adjusting the
cervical vertebra, less pressure is put on the nerves
and arteries allowing blood and oxygen to f low to the
brain. Most headaches can successfully be treated by a
Doctor of Chiropractic through spinal adjustments.
If you are a migraine sufferer, consult a Doctor of
Chiropractic for evaluation.
Misalignment A
radiographic finding, usually measured in millimeters,
that represents one or more segment of the spine out of
alignment with adjacent segments of the spine.
Mobilization Method
of manipulation, movement, or stretching to increase
range of motion in muscles and joints that does not
involve a high-velocity thrust.
Motion palpation Method
of locating fixations and loss of mobility in the spine
by feeling the motion of specific spinal segments as the
patient moves.
Motor Neurological
term to represent that portion of the nerve or joint
responsible for activity or motion.
MRI Magnetic
resonance imaging, a diagnostic tool that subjects the
patient’s body to massive doses of magnetism to induce
an energy reading that the MRI computer interprets as
images based upon water content and the hydrogen ion,
non-invasive and non-radioactive.
Muscle spasm (Fibrositis)
Each of us have over 600 voluntary muscles in our bodies
that work together to control even the simplest of
movements. Muscles work in conjunction with joints, such
as cartilage, and bones to provide motion. When the
spinal vertebra become misaligned and irritated, it
disrupts the nerve muscle relationship and causes a
muscle spasm. These symptoms can be treated by a Doctor
of Chiropractic through spinal adjustments. Left alone
they can become permanent causing chronic pain. Muscle
pain can also be a symptom of a more serious problem and
should be addressed immediately.
If you suffer from muscle spasms, consult a Doctor of
Chiropractic for evaluation.
Musculoskeletal Referring
to structures involving tendons, muscles, ligaments, and
joints.