Malpositions of the cervical spine are generally very common. However, whether a patient experiences pain or other complaints depends on the extent of the malposition. “Malposition” means that the vertebrae are not correctly aligned, there are deviations or the entire section is increasingly in the wrong position. Scoliosis, i.e. a twisting of the vertebral bodies, … Malpositions of the cervical spine
Too straight Cervical spine A cervical spine that is too straight is usually congenital or can be the result of whiplash, poor posture or other malpositions in the spine. The spinal column is characterized by lordosis (curvature of the spine to the front) in the cervical and lumbar spine and kyphosis (curvature of the spine … Too straight Cervical spine | Malpositions of the cervical spine
Headaches/nausea caused by the malposition A malposition in the cervical spine results in restricted movement and increased tone of the surrounding muscles. These are overactive, as they try to compensate for the malposition. This tension can reach up to the skull and thus constantly exert tension on it.Both factors together reduce the quality of life … Headaches/nausea caused by the malposition | Malpositions of the cervical spine
Exercises for at home Exercises for the cervical spine should be performed regularly. Loosening exercises are different from strengthening exercises. At work it is especially important to create a “good working atmosphere” for the spine. This means that the computer, machine, etc. is set up in such a way that you can work without increased … Exercises for at home | Malpositions of the cervical spine
