POPPING BACK: WHAT CAUSES THE SOUND YOU HEAR DURING CHIROPRACTIC ADJUSTMENTS?

The popping or cracking sound you hear when getting chiropractic adjustments or stretching your upper body at the gym is frequently misinterpreted. Many people think they're 'popping' a bone or 'breaking' a bone when they operate. That isn't the case at all.

We'll describe what happens in the following article. We'll also go over why you should have it done at a chiropractor and what benefits you can get as a consequence. Let's get this party started!

WHERE DO YOU GO WHEN YOUR BACK POPS?

It's time to get away from the impression that we're popping back bones or joints once and for all. It's not a pleasant experience, and it could prevent you from benefiting from chiropractic treatments. So, here's how it goes.

The chiropractor releases air pockets that generate a cracking sound when he manipulates troublesome areas and joints along your spine. That's the brief version of the solution. The extended version can be found below.

JOINT OF THE SPINAL FACET

Our spine and joints may become stiff or develop uneven pressure through the day. This is especially true if you work from 9 to 5 and are confined to a desk.

Chiropractors locate rigid regions and help to reopen them. Cracking or popping noises are caused by moderate stretching of your spinal facet joints.

Because your joints are surrounded by fluid (synovial fluid), when the joint is adjusted, little pockets of air or bubbles form in the fluid that surrounds your joints. When joint tissues are stretched, air pockets 'pop' or 'crack,' resulting in the distinctive sound you hear.

REASONS FOR GETTING A CHIROPRACTIC "BACK CRACK"

Who knows where the myth of chiropractors popping bones originated. We don't know for sure, but it's possible it sprang from the problems that chiropractors commonly treat. Consider the following:

~ Rigidity
~ Headaches on a regular basis
~ Back pains
~ You're in excruciating pain, and you're virtually unable to move.

All of these elements have a tendency to affect the lower and higher vertebrae. The complete spinal column is made up of 33 bones (but only 25 moveable spinal segments). Because so much attention is focused on this location, many people assume that bones are causing all the noise.

SO EMBRACE THE POPPING BACK

It may sound unpleasant when you hear it, but your popping back is more likely to bring relief than further pain. Infact many practice members enjoy the relief that comes from their adjustment and subsequent 'cracks'. If you're ready to pop back into the life you once had, what have you got to lose? Book an appointment with The Sheets Chiropractic today and explore the possibilities of knowledgeable chiropractic care.