The nervous system plays a vital role in the regulation and coordination of all bodily functions, from movement and sensation to digestion and breathing.
For chiropractic physicians, understanding the nervous system is particularly important as it is the foundation of the musculoskeletal system. Misalignments in the spine can cause nerve compression, leading to pain, stiffness, and other musculoskeletal disorders. By correcting these misalignments, chiropractors can relieve pressure on the nerves and restore proper communication between the brain and body.
When the nervous system is malfunctioning, neurological conditions can result including but not limited to dementia, Parkinson’s, trigeminal pain, ophthalmological conditions, shingles and more.