Subluxations
Subluxations
Subluxations (/sʌblʌkˈseɪʃənz/) are partial dislocations of a joint or organ. They occur when the two bones that form a joint become misaligned, but not to the extent that they completely lose contact with each other.
Etymology
The term "subluxation" is derived from the Latin words "sub" meaning "under" or "less than", and "luxare" meaning "to dislocate". Thus, a subluxation is a less than full dislocation.
Types of Subluxations
There are several types of subluxations, including:
- Spinal Subluxation: This occurs when one or more of the bones in the spine move out of position and create pressure on, or irritate spinal nerves.
- Chiropractic Subluxation: This is a term used in the chiropractic field to describe a misalignment or a functional defect of the vertebrae.
- Joint Subluxation: This refers to a partial dislocation of a joint, such as the shoulder, knee, or finger joints.
Related Terms
- Dislocation: A dislocation is a more severe form of a subluxation, where the bones in a joint completely lose contact with each other.
- Luxation: This is another term for a dislocation.
- Chiropractic: This is a health care profession that focuses on disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system, and the effects of these disorders on general health.
- Vertebrae: These are the individual bones that interlock with each other to form the spinal column.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Subluxations
- Wikipedia's article - Subluxations
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