How Does Your Spine Look Like?

Normal

• Gentle curve with equal disc spacing.
• Outer margin of the vertebrae are smooth and intact.
• No visible signs of degeneration.
• Normal functions and movements of the spine.

Regular chiropractic check ups are recommended for early detection and prevention of spinal decay.

Phase 1 Degeneration

• Loss of normal curvature with early narrowing of disc spacing.
• Loss of the smooth and intact vertebrae ‘s margin.
• Visible signs of misalignment.
• Abnormal functions and movements of the spine with pain.

Normal curvature of the spine may be returned with appropriate chiropractic care.

Phase 2 Degeneration

• Straightening or reversal of normal curvature.
• Roughening of joint surfaces with narrowed disc spacing.
• Visible signs of bone spurs.
• Abnormal functions and movements of the spine with pain.

Slowing and stopping of further spinal decay may be achieved with appropriate chiropractic care.

Phase 3 Degeneration

• Reversal of normal curvature.
• Severe bone remodeling and joint fusion.
• Severe or complete loss of disc spacing.
• Severe loss of function and movements of the spine with pain.

Slowing and stopping of further spinal decay may be achieved with appropriate chiropractic care.