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A subluxation is the condition of a vertebra that has lost its proper juxtaposition with the one above or the one below, or both; to an extent less than a luxation; which impinges nerves and interferes with the transmission of mental impulses (source: The chiropractic definition of subluxation, ART 26: pg 2, Freshman Textbook, Chiropractic Textbook-R.W Stephenson)

In layman terms: a vertebral subluxation is a condition where the spinal bone(s) is/are misaligned, interfering with the central nervous systems ability to function properly, thus hindering the potential of the human bodies overall function and performance. Since the nerves transmit signals from our brain to our vital organs, an impinged nerve can be very detrimental to one’s health.

Subluxations can occur in every spine. They are most often caused by trauma, micro-trauma and/or repetitive motion. However, as research demonstrates, poor mental state and physical toxicity can also cause a subluxation to occur within the spine. This is due to the fact that the human body functions as a whole unit; everything is connected thus everything is affected when one area of health is deficient.

Specific Chiropractic Adjustment

The chiropractic adjustment is the physical act and the skillful art performed by a doctor of chiropractic, of correcting the vertebral subluxation by hand. With the help of a specific neurological examination, Dr. Kasandra and Dr. Leo will detect the exact location and severity of the primary subluxation, which they will then specifically adjust. The word Chiropractic comes from the Greek term “kheir” which means “by hands only”. This is the reason why both doctors at Charleston Chiropractic Studio adjust with their hands.

In certain cases, an instrument adjustment may be warranted. Adjustments are very specific, gentle and safe. They are the only external force that can actually correct a subluxation. The chiropractic adjustment will restore proper alignment of the spine and in-turn restore function to the central nervous system. Often times, the chiropractic adjustment will create a loud sound. This sound is a simple gas release within the joint created by 2 adjacent vertebras. This is the same sound that you would hear if you cracked your own knuckles.

Pediatric Services

Oftentimes the public is surprised to learn that specific chiropractic care is an essential piece of the puzzle for children’s health and well-being. With more medical interventions like cesarean-section, forceps, and vacuum extraction during the birth process than ever before, children are being left with detrimental stress on their spine and nervous system. Getting your child checked by a specific pediatric chiropractor is an incredible asset to your child’s health ensuring proper growth, development, and function of the body as a whole. Although chiropractic care is not designed to be a preventative healthcare practice, often time’s patients regain a properly functioning nervous system with chiropractic care, which indirectly can prevent a multitude of symptoms and future conditions.

Maintaining Structure and Function
Upper Cervical Region of Spine:

  • Promotes improved latch and suckle strength during breastfeeding
  • Improves growth and development through childhood and beyond
  • Improves function of the hypothalamus which will helps your baby develop normal sleep patterns
  • Improves concentration and focus
  • Decreases symptoms associated with neuro-developmental disorders such as ADD, ADHD, autism, cerebral palsy, dyslexia, etc
  • Improves their immune system and therefore decreases allergies and the risk of infection (bacterial such as strep throat or viral like the flu)
  • Decreases colic
  • Decreases ear infections
  • Decreases head tilts and imbalances

Maintaining Structure and Function
Thoracic Region of the Spine:

  • Improves lung function (improves asthma, breathing disorders, pneumonia, bronchitis, etc)
  • Improves heart function (improves blood pressure, oxygen levels, heart disease, etc)

Maintaining Structure and Function
Lumbo-Sacral Region of the Spine:

  • Decreases bedwetting and improves bladder control
  • Decreases constipation and other bowel issues
  • Improves digestion

Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy

Chiropractic care is extremely important for both mother and child during the terms of pregnancy.

Here at Charleston Chiropractic Studio we pride ourselves on helping mothers and babies have the most beautiful and healthy birthing experience possible.

As the mother begins to function better, so does the baby. Ensuring proper nerve supply to the uterus will allow the fetus to grow and develop as best as possible. Specific chiropractic care helps both mother and baby function and express health as best as they can!

During pregnancy, women go through many bodily changes and shifts due to hormonal changes, increased physical weight, increased physical and emotional stress and increased ligamentous laxity. This is where you can lean on specific chiropractic care for a healthy, holistic way to stay at your healthiest. Here are some of the few benefits from chiropractic care during pregnancy:

  • Maintains proper pelvic alignment which in turn decreases low back pain and sciatica and ensures a smooth labor
  • Decreases labor time and risk of cesarean section due to proper pelvic alignment and baby position
  • Decreases neck pain, mid back pain and more commonly, lowback pain
  • Improves sleep
  • Improves digestion
  • Improves control of bladder
  • Decreases physical stress on the body
  • Decreases emotional stress