Dr. Micheael J. Snyder, D.C.
Dr. Michael J. Snyder, a chiropractor and laser therapy specialist has been practicing chiropractic since 1993, treating families, professional athletes, weekend warriors, as well as patients with auto and work injuries. Dr. Snyder graduated from Los Angeles College of Chiropractic with a doctorate in chiropractic and has bachelor degrees in both Biology and Athletic Training.
Dr. Michael J. Snyder - Chiropractor & Laser Therapy Specialist
Snyder Chiropractic Serving Costa Mesa, Newport Beach & Orange County
Dr. Michael J. Snyder - Chiropractor - Laser Therapy Specialist
Snyder Chiropractic & Laser Therapy Clinic
1901 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA 92627,
714-928-0595
Our Office Services Greater Orange County California, Including; Costa Mesa, Irvine, Tustin, Santa Ana, Newport Beach,
Laguna, Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo, Orange, Lake Forest, Anaheim, Fullerton, Garden Grove
Copyright © 2007-2008
Effects of Subluxations
When subluxations are left untreated in the spine, subluxation degeneration results. If this occurs in the upper back and neck the cervical lordotic curve is lost and Forward Head Posture (FHP) results. Subluxations can also cause an increase in the side to side curves of the spine (scoliosis) as well as lead to degeneration of the vertebrae and discs in other areas of the spine.
For every inch the head moves forward 15 to 30 pounds of additional force is placed on the neck and upper back.
"Forward head posture LEADS to long term muscle strain, disc herniations, arthritis and pinched nerves."
Mayo Clinic, 2000
The lateral cervical curve should have an arc of 63 degrees.
"Loss of the cervical curves stretches the spinal cord 5-7 cm and causes disease",
Dr. A. Breig Neuro-surgeon (Nobel Prize Recipient)
"Deviation in the body's center of gravity causes poor posture, which resulted in intestinal problems, hemorrhoids, varicose veins, osteoporosis, hip and foot deformities, poor health, decreased quality of life, and a shortened life span",
JAMA 1957
It's estimated that 90% of the general population has FORWARD HEAD POSTURE.
Subluxation Degeneration
1. Normal - “Near normal" spine, normal forward curve (approximately 63 degrees) of the neck. Each of the disc spaces are thick and even. Each of the vertebrae (called the 'body' of the vertebrae) are fairly square with clear and well defined borders.
2. Phase 1 Degeneration - Loss of normal curve due to uncorrected subluxations. More than 80% of people with Phase One Subluxation Degeneration have no pain. If left uncorrected, phase one continues to progress with time until it eventually reaches the next phase.
3. Phase 2 Degeneration - Osteoarthritis can be seen in this phase. Disc spaces are vastly decreased and changed. Calcium changes (bone spur) on the spine are abundant in this phase. If left unchecked it slowly advances onward into the next phase.
4. Phase 3 Degeneration - More severe Osteoarthritis, severely restricted range of motion and neurological damage.
