Chiropractors are licensed healthcare professionals focusing on body's self-healing. They require 4-5 years of training including BSc in human sciences. Chiropractors earn Doctor of Chiropractic degree after completing postgraduate training
Forward head posture can cause chronic pain and numbness. Every inch of forward head requires 10 lbs of additional neck support. Many people don't realize they have poor neck posture
Located along anterior aspect of cervical vertebral bodies. Consists of vertical, inferior oblique, and superior oblique parts. Innervated by branches of anterior primary divisions of C2 to C6. Contains high density of muscle spindles for proprioception
Herniated disc causes soft material to leak into protective outer layer. Neck pain typically felt toward back or side. Radicular pain radiates from neck to shoulder, arm, hand. Symptoms worsen with activities and certain head positions. Neck stiffness may restrict movement
Longus Colli is a paired muscle located on anterior surface of vertebral column. Muscle spans entire cervical spine or first 3 thoracic vertebrae. Consists of superior oblique, vertical intermediate, and inferior oblique parts. Supplied by anterior rami of C2-C6 cervical spinal nerves
ACDF treats nerve root and spinal cord compression in cervical spine. Used when other non-surgical treatments fail. Treats herniated discs and degenerative disc disease