Student reply ....In traumatic and forceful birth, may health issues can take place in infants and children. Let me first discuss what the atlas/axis subluxation consists of and second how it ties into injuries following delivery. THE ATLAS SUBLUXATION, the ATLAS is the top vertebra in the neck, also called Cl. The OCCIPUT is the bone which forms the base of the skull. At the bottom of the skull in the occiput is the FORAMEN MAGNUM, a hole where the spinal cord passes through as it leaves the skull. The spinal cord then passes through the atlas, then down through the rest of the vertebrae in the spine. At this level where the spinal cord exits the skull, there are approximately eight billion nerve fibers within it. (1) A blow or jar to the head or neck can injure the atlas-occiput joint. The net result of this is that the joint loses its normal freedom of movement and function, and may or may not become misaligned. When this happens, a mechanical stress is put on the brainstem and spinal cord at this level, creating an irritation to the central nervous system, and affecting in varying degrees the function of the brain, the brainstem, and the spinal cord, and the transmission of nerve impulses between the brain and the body. CNS can no longer function properly, resulting in a less than healthy body, and for many people, pain and misery that lasts as long as this problem exists. This condition is known as an ATLAS SUBLUXATION. (1) THE AXIS SUBLUXATION, the AXIS is the second from the top vertebra in the neck, also called C2. The atlas sits on top of the axis. The joint where the atlas and axis join can also be traumatized, causing the axis to lose its normal freedom of movement and function, and can become misaligned. This can happen in conjunction with the atlas subluxation, or independent of it. This is usually called an AXIS SUBLUXATION. The axis subluxation in itself can cause problems, but when it happens at the same time as the atlas subluxation, the two can cause devastating consequences for the individual. The atlas or axis subluxation adversely affects the functioning of the central nervous system, which, of course, ultimately controls the functioning of the entire body. (1)(2) SYMPTOMS 1. Headaches 2. Neck Pain 3. Vision problems 4. Facial pain and jaw (TMJ) pain 5. Dizziness 6. Pain and swelling at the bottom of the neck 7. Pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the arms and hands 8. Chronic sickness/depressed immune system 9. Low back pain 10. Back spasms 11. Pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the legs or feet 12. Loss of concentration and the inability to think straight 13. Loss of the sense of well-being In babies and children, common symptoms an atlas subluxation causes in babies or children: (1)(2) 1. A baby or child that is not calm and relaxed. The baby will be restless, cant seem to relax, doesnt nurse well, doesnt sleep well 2. Ear infections 3. Chronic sickness 4. Colic in babies Injury during the birth process affects the vital centers of the brain stem, spinal cord, and nerve roots resulting in interference to the transmission of innate forces. Spinal cord and brain stem injuries occur often during the process of birth, but frequently escape diagnosis. On the basis of the present investigation and past clinical and pathological studies it is believed that brain stem and spinal injuries at birth are essentially attributable to excessive longitudinal traction, especially when the force is combined with flexion and torsion of the spinal axis during delivery. The occurrence of spinal cord or brain stem injury in 10 to 33 percent of neonatal deaths autopsied, reported in the past and reflected in the present study, indicates the significance of this form of birth trauma. The devastating effects of this inhumane practice of twisting and pulling on an infant’s head during delivery results in long lasting impairment, a shortened life span, and even death. (2) In viewing the direct effects of neonatal spinal cord and brain stem injury, three main clinical groups emerge. In the first group, death of the neonate occurs during the course of labor or soon after birth. The second group is comprised of newborn infants with cord or brain stem damage who survive for a period of days. The third group comprises infants who survive for long periods, often for years. (2) It is not surprising to me that an injury at birth or soon thereafter, if left uncorrected, can result in poor health in the future. Correction of the vertebral subluxation is vital to allowing the true expression of one’s innate potential. After researching the importance of body alignment with regards to muscles, nerves etc. I think I am in need of an adjustment! Think Ill set that appointment up now Dr. Lindner. LOL, take care 1) chirojournal/newsletter.php?nl=164624&ar=3348 2) chiro.org/pediatrics/FULL/Adjusting_the_Pediatric_Spine.shtml To reply to this message, click the link below: https://bridgeport.instructure/conversations/1885018
Posted on: Sun, 20 Oct 2013 22:35:03 +0000