Activator Adjusting Instrument |
A handheld instrument used by chiropractors to tap slightly misaligned vertebrae back into place. |
Acute Back Pain |
Back pain that typically lasts for a few days to several weeks. Back pain that persists for several months or longer is referred to as chronic back pain. |
Adjustment |
The application chiropractic forces intended to correct nerve interference and mitigate the related pain. |
Atlas |
The Atlas is the topmost vertebra of the neck. Misalignment of the atlas can place stress on your neuromusculoskeletal system. |
Atlas orthogonal technique (A.O.T.) |
One of many methods for correcting cervical "subluxations". |
Atlas Subluxation Complex (ASC) |
One of the more common serious vertebral misalignment conditions. Chiropractors who practice specific "upper cervical techniques" focus on the ASC. |
Axis |
Axis is another name for the second cervical vertebra in the neck. This is an important joint that contributes significantly to your neck's range of motion. |