Cervical subluxation occurs when a bone in the neck moves from its normal position, causing pain and impaired motion. It can be caused by poor posture, improper lifting, or injury, and can lead to paraplegia or quadriplegia depending on the severity and location of the injury. Recovery is possible with incomplete injuries.
When a bone moves from its normal position it is said to be subluxated. Cervical subluxation occurs when the alignment of the vertebral or spinal bones is altered in the neck area. This misplaced bone can place an abnormal strain on the surrounding area, including soft tissue and nerves.
The pressure placed on internal structures such as muscles, tendons, and ligaments by the cervical subluxation can cause pain. Pain caused by a slight change in alignment can range from an ache or tenderness to a tightness. More severe displacement of the cervical bone can also cause impaired motion. Movement difficulties may be limited to the neck or may travel throughout the body.
A mild cervical subluxation can be triggered by poor posture or the body mechanics of everyday activities. Excessive strain on the neck due to improper lifting technique, for example, can also throw the cervical vertebrae out of position. When a misaligned bone hits a nerve, the pain can radiate or spread throughout the neck, shoulder, and head area. The pain can also consist of irregular sensations such as a tingling or shooting sensation. The area may also feel numb or dead.
A neck subluxation can also occur as a result of an injury to the spinal bones or spinal cord. Symptoms can range from migraines to problems with pain or erratic sensations in the upper back and shoulder. A change in bone alignment can also be caused by an injury such as a fall or car accident. Depending on the location and severity of the injury, partial or full body paralysis may occur.
A significant cervical subluxation closer to the trunk can result in paraplegia or partial paralysis. These subluxations are usually caused by injury, which can lead to nerve damage and spinal cord damage. Symptoms of paraplegia include a decrease or loss of sensation in the lower body. It can also involve the inability to move the legs. The inability to move may also extend to the lower trunk or trunk area.
If a similar injury occurs closer to the head, it can cause sensation abnormalities and whole-body paralysis. The damage, called quadriplegia, can be complete or incomplete. A complete injury means the loss of motion is permanent. When the injury is incomplete, there may be some range of motion in the affected area. There might even be some feeling in the area. With an incomplete cervical subluxation resulting in spinal cord damage there is a chance for the body to fully or partially recover after the inflammatory process has subsided.
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