Why Does An Aligned Spine Matter?

Many chiropractors emphasise the importance of an aligned spine for optimal health. The spine is made up of muscles, ligaments, bones and soft tissues that work together to support our posture and movement. 

You might not realise it, but your spine is a fascinating piece of anatomy. It connects your head to your hips and can be likened to a bridge between your upper and lower halves. Your spine holds all the key components of a well-functioning body, from balancing abilities and reflexes to coordination and respiration. And if there’s one thing we all cherish in life, it’s the simple freedom of being able to move about without discomfort or annoyance.

However, trauma or ageing can cause the spine to misalign. An improperly aligned spine can cause limitations in movement and balance. Typically you may experience a variety of back pain or other body pain. This has affected many people’s quality of life.

When the spine is aligned, we keep our posture. This helps us to maintain a balance between our musculature and skeletal system. We can finally get rid of lower back pain. The good news is that you can improve the alignment of your spine with the right treatment. 

Chiropractors use a variety of manual adjustment techniques and tools that can put the spine back in alignment. This treatment is further enhanced with the combination of physiotherapy to strengthen the muscles surrounding the problem area.

You have only one spine, it is an elegant structure of bones, joints and muscles that supports your body weight so take good care of it by keeping it aligned.