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Understanding the Spine as a Dynamic Structure
Let's review the basic construction of the spine. The spine is made up of a stacked set of bones called the vertebra. Ligaments bind the vertebra together, muscles attach to the bony extensions of the vertebra, and a complex system of blood vessels nourishes the spine. Between each vertebra are cartilage pads called discs, which act as shock absorbers and distributors for the demands we put on the spine. The spine forms the protective housing for the spinal cord, which begins at the brain stem (back of the skull) and extends like a 'hot' wire down the length of the spine. Ultimately, the spinal cord sends out nerve branches that send and receive signals from every cell in the body.

The spine is a living and active structure, even when the body appears to be absolutely still. Nerves fire signals to and from the brain. Ligaments actively help the brain monitor where we are in space. Muscles work to stabilize the body in a field of gravity. Although this activity can slow down during sleep or rest, it never stops.

The chiropractor sees the spine as a series of motor units; each called a spinal joint complex. Each joint complex is composed of sets of two bony vertebra, the disc between, and the ligaments, muscles, tendons, fascia, blood vessels, and nerves.

It is important to emphasize that the spinal joint complex is an intricate and powerful link between the brain and the whole body. Chiropractors view the spinal joint complex as its central diagnostic and treatment area.

Dr Elston
+44(0) 7773 799 993

Saddlers Sports Centre
122 Goswell Road London,
EC1V 7EJ

Dr Kerri Elston

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CHIROPRACTOR NORTH CENTRAL LONDON, Chalk Farm, Camden, Kings Cross, Belsize Park, Primrose Hill, West Hampstead, Regents Park, West End, Kentish Town

Please note that Dr Snell will be on leave till September 2008. Dr Elston will be covering normal hours at Chalk Farm for this period.

Dr Snell
+44(0) 7985 905 371

Fitness First for Women
81-84 Chalk Farm Road London NW1 8AR

Dr E. Jill Snell

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Since June 2001 the title of 'chiropractor' has been protected by law and it is a criminal offence to describe oneself as any sort of chiropractor without being registered with the The General Chiropractic Council

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Dr Kerri Elston may also be found in the Musicians Yearbook under Chiropractor for her services to performers and musicians alike in londons west end and Islington.