In Western society Sciatica is a common ailment, particularly in the 30-50 year age group. It describes a set of symptoms that include hip, buttock and leg pain radiating from the low back along the path of Sciatic Nerve. This nerve is formed from the L4-S3 spinal nerves which join up as they exit the low back. It runs through the buttock, down the back of the thigh and leg, into the foot.

The term used to describe what your chiropractor does to your spine is called an adjustment. There are many ways to perform an adjustment and this will vary depending on the patient, age and particular spinal imbalance that is present.

A forward shift in head position (poking chin posture) is one of the most common postural distortions seen by chiropractors. Ideal posture, when viewed from the side, should have the ear opening vertically in line with the point of the shoulder.

Research shows that 85% of adults will experience at least one debilitating episode of low back pain during their lifetime. In addition, many other health related problems stem from having a poorly functioning spine.

Our neck muscles not only work to move our head and neck, they also continually contract just to keep us upright. Their efficiency is very common postural distortions is forward carriage of the head. This is seen commonly in people that spend long periods on the computer, watching television, or playing video games. It is also common among those who have a slouched posture.