The Vertebral Subluxation Complex (VSC)

     In the simplest terms, a vertebral subluxation occurs when one

or more of the bones of the spine move out of position and create

indirect pressure on spinal nerves.  This pressure causes the nerves

to malfunction and interferes with the messages traveling across

them.  Since the central nervous system, comprised of the brain

and the spinal cord, and these functions work synergistically, the

interference of just one of these nerves has the potential to hinder

multiple aspects of the physical condition.

     A Doctor of Chiropractic locates these subluxations and reduces

or corrects them through a series of gentle adjustments.  Remember 

the song, "The hip is connected to the thigh bone, the thigh bone

is connected to the knee bone...?"  This is the essence of chiro-

practic and the Vertebral Subluxation Complex.  A problem in one

part of the body will transfer itself to another via the nervous

system, which will, ultimately, affect other parts of the body or

its systems.  Just one subluxation will affect the bones, nerves,

muscles and soft tissues (tendons, ligaments, etc.) as well as

their respective biochemicals, which in turn will adversely affect

the entire body and its wellness.

     A chiropractor maintains the skeletal and neural intergrity of

the body without the use of drugs or invasive surgery.  It is a

conservative approach that furthers complete physical, mental

and social well-being, and is not satisfied merely with the 

absence of disease or infirmity.