A subluxation is the misalignment of a joint in the spine or pelvis that leads to restricted motion at that joint and to nerve dysfunction. Unfortunately, you cannot feel when these misalignments take place. Just like you often cannot feel when you have a cavity in your teeth, subluxations can exist without you knowing. In fact, unless the misalignment has been there for many years or it has become severe enough, you may never feel anything. However, when your spine or pelvis is misaligned, just like the tires of your car, it tends to wear out faster. This comes in the form of degenerative joint disease AKA "osteoarthritis". In order to protect yourself from skeletal problems as well as from pain you must have a check-up by your chiropractor. For more information on the devastating effects of subluxation please go to www.sheafamilychiropractic.com
