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The cervical spine refers to seven vertebrae found at the back of your neck, and these vertebrae are each named from C-1 to C-7 (“C” for “cervical”). This section at the top of the spine provides both structural support and mobility of the head and neck – and since the head weighs approximately 10 pounds,…
The American Chiropractic Association reports that Americans spend about 50 billion dollars a year on treating back pain. Back pain is a top medical complaint, and virtually all adults will seek attention for back pain at some point in their lives. Furthermore, the spine is highly prone to injury because it is subject to many…
You have probably heard the saying, “This is a pain in the neck.” Well, that saying wouldn’t hold much value if neck injuries were less painful, with short recovery times. But neck pain and neck injuries can really put a damper on your daily activities, grinding things to a halt. The neck is a complex…
Cracking isn’t just reserved for necks, as people commonly crack their knuckles, lower backs, hips, ankles and toes. In simple terms, our neck contains many muscles and bones which gives us the ability to move our heads. When an individual cracks their neck, it releases fluid or gas within the joints surrounding the neck vertebrae….
