Chiropractic care stems from the premise that the health of the body is dependent upon the health of the nervous system. In order for the brain to communicate properly with the rest of the body, the spinal cord must be functioning properly. Stressors –whether physical, chemical or mental/emotional –irritate the spinal cord creating a dysfunctional circuit. This can lead to not only musculoskeletal problems but contributes to decreased organ and systemic function as well. Chiropractic adjustments aid in correcting and preventing neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction.Chiropractors use hands-on techniques called adjustments and to realign the body for optimal healing and adaptation. When the body is properly aligned, particularly the spine and nervous system, it has more capacity to heal without surgery or medication.