 DEGENERATION
 Regardless of age, when spinal damage goes uncorrected, the body deposits calcium on the surface of adjacent bones that aren't moving properly. If neglected long enough, this splinting effect can result in complete fusion. This worsening process is called Subluxation Degeneration and can occur throughout the spine. Researchers recognize several phases of spinal decay. 
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NECK PAIN
A popular response to neck pain is taking drugs to cover up the problem (aspirin, analgesics, pain pills) or treating its symptoms (muscle relaxers, massage, hot packs).
But neck pain isn't caused by a lack of aspirin or drugs The Chiropractic approach to neck pain is to locate its underlying. cause. This begins with a complete case and thorough examination. Special attention is given to the structure and function of the spine, and its affect on the nervous system.
Is the proper spinal curve present? Are the nerve openings between each pair of spinal bones free and clear? Is the head balanced? Are the shoulders level? These and other considerations are used to create a plan of specific chiropractic adjustments to help improve the motion and position of spinal vertebrae.
With improved structure and function, neck pain often diminishes or totally disappears without addictive drugs or harmful side effects!
One study, published in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics found that patients who received chiropractic care reported significant improvement in their neck function and a reduction in their neck pain whereas those taking pain-killers did not.
A COMMON HEALTH COMPLAINT
Is it hard to look over your shoulder? Is there a constant pulling or throbbing pain in your neck? Do you notice a "grinding" sound as you turn your head? Contact Doctor Matthews J. Demoss for a thorough history and examination.
TESTIMONIAL
I'm very happy that I met Dr. DeMoss at our company health fair. When I consulted with the doctor I told him that I suffered from back pain, neck pain, headaches, allergies, and asthma.
After my exam and x-rays Dr. DeMoss told me that he could help!
When I first started Chiropractic, after my first adjustment, my allergies felt better and the back pain and headaches started to subside. After a few more adjustments I could really feel the difference and I felt so much better. I was able to stop taking Vicodin and I started to exercise again.
Now I don't have to take my asthma medication as much, and I have not had another severe asthma attack to the point that I needed to be rushed to the medical doctor for oxygen and placed on a breathing machine. I forgot to mention, I haven't had a sinus infection in over a year!! My sister is jealous because she suffers from asthma too. I told her she needs to see a chiropractor, and I hope she does.
With regular Chiropractic care I feel so much stronger and healthier. Whenever anyone complains of any aches or pains I tell them they need an adjustment and that chiropractic is the best thing that has happened to me!
Thanks Dr. Matt for all of your help!!
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Many of the pain-sensing nerves of the spine are in the facet joints, the two interlocking "fingers" at the back of each spinal bone. The normally smooth surfaces on which these joints glide, can become rough, irritated, and inflamed.
Read more about lower back.
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