It seems as if almost everyone has had an experience with back pain at one time or another. It is among the leading causes of doctors visits, disability, and missed work days. It may sound odd, but there is a big chance that the problem in your middle or lower back is linked to a misaligned vertebra in your neck. It may be hard to believe, but the neck is often the root of the pain felt in the back.
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How Your Posture Relates to Back Pain
Posture plays an important role when it comes to back pain. The spine was created to keep our bodies upright. The top vertebrae in the spine -- the C1 and C2 -- are not the same as the other bones of the spine. They have a different shape, and they move differently. Even a small misalignment of these bones can lead to uneven shoulders and one hip that is lower than the other, leading to one leg being shorter. This can be the source of the pain you are having.
The C1 and C2 vertebrae also have the vital job of protecting the brainstem. The brainstem is the communication superhighway of the body, and it relays signals from the brain to the body and vice versa. If these bones move out of alignment, they put the brainstem under stress, causing it to malfunction. This actually can impact your posture, leading to unequal muscle tension and spasms.
Back Pain and Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care
Here at Body Balance Spinal Care in Sacramento, California, we focus our attention on realigning the bones of the upper cervical spine to restore proper posture and reduce back pain. We do this without the need to pop or crack the spine. Rather, the method used is gentle and encourages the bones to move back into place naturally. Many find great relief after only a few visits.
To schedule a complimentary NUCCA consultation call 916-973-0623 on click the button below.
If you are outside of the Sacramento area you can find an Upper Cervical Doctor near you at www.uppercervicalawareness.com.