by Tony Jensen, D.C. |
Proper care of your nervous system can give you a head start in ensuring health and the highest level of functionality to the immune system.
In a research article entitled, “The Winsor Autopsies,” by Dr. David Winsor, studies at the University of Pennsylvania were conducted on 75 humans and 25 cat cadavers to determine if any of the causes of diseased organs were related to pinched nerves. It was found that 221 organs were diseased. In all cases, there was nearly 100 percent correlation between “…minor curvatures or pinched nerves of the spine and diseases of the internal organs.”
Pinched nerves have a recognized effect on diseases of the stomach, lung, liver, gallblader, pancreas, spleen, kidney, prostrate, bladder, the uterus and all other tissues. Your brain and nervous system control the body and immune system; they must function at 100 percent in order to fight off hits from viruses and bacteria to which you are exposed daily.
When nerve blockage occurs, the interference of messages sent to the brain might be similar to an individual trying to speak to another with a hand held over their mouth while talking. Needless to say, the person on the listening end will not receive the message clearly, only hearing muffled or distorted sounds. The presence of nerve interference in the body decreases communication between the brain and those body parts that the nervous system controls…i.e., stomach, heart, liver, lungs, and kidneys, as well as other organs, extremities and the immune system, causing a decrease in function…and with time, physical symptoms.
For example, if the communication or nerve reception going to the stomach and intestinal region is decreased, one must question how effectively the food will be digested and if it is going to deliver optimal nutritional benefits. Due to nerve interference, the stomach may require additional acid in order to properly digest or break down the food that has been consumed. However, the communication will be disrupted, leaving the brain incapable of hearing the exact message from the body. Of course, one can opt for medicinal solutions, but if the problem is a result of nerve interference, that problem is not going to be resolved, the symptoms are simply going to be masked. This allows the cycle to continue…more pills for temporary relief, but no “fixing” of the problem. If the condition is chemical in nature, medication might correct the digestive problems and they may never return. However, if the symptoms persist, the problem is most likely physical, and should be treated with a physical solution by correcting the nerve interference.
Most people are unaware that they have pinched nerves or subluxation degeneration problems. There are four phases of subluxation degeneration: Phase One Subluxation Degeneration is seen in subluxations that have been present for up to twenty years. This phase is characterized with a loss or change in the normal curve in the spine. Segmental motion may be abnormal but overall motion is not affected. More than 80 percent of people with Phase One Subluxation Degeneration have no pain. When subluxations occur and are left uncorrected, ongoing, relentless changes occur which result in damage to the structure and function of the spine, along with nerve damage and the resulting problems caused from improper nerve supply. Without correction, degeneration continues to Phases II through IV with the possibility of fusion of the diseased spinal segments.
If you or someone you care about are experiencing pain, stiffness, soreness, aching, numbness or tingling anywhere in the body, do not put off addressing the problem. Including Chiropractic Care to your health regime is a great option for proper care of your nervous system.
References:
- Sympathetic Segmental Disorders, by Dr. Henry Winsor, November 1921
- Phases of Subluxation Degeneration from Renaissance from 1970’s by Felessia & Riekeman.
For more info, contact Dr. Tony Jensen, DC of Jensen Chiropractic at (775) 323-1222.
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