What is a subluxation?

Subluxation is characterized by a loss of mobility and / or alignment of a joint . Subluxations can afflict both the joints of the spine (referred to as vertebral subluxation) as the peripheral joints (shoulders, elbow, wrist, knee, ankle, etc.). Depending on its location, subluxation may lead to one or more dysfunctions such as, for example, muscle or ligament imbalances or lesions, nerve irritation, premature wear of the joints, etc. Subluxations are corrected by chiropractic adjustments .