Many of us are familiar with the words
of a song, "the foot bone is connected to the
leg bone, the leg bone is connected to the back bone…" This
popular song illustrates a fundamental biomechanical
principle called the 'Kinetic Chain.' That
is, problems in the feet, which are connected to the
leg and pelvis, can affect the lower back. Similarly,
problems in the shoulders, which are connected to the
collar bone and the ribs, can affect the upper back
and neck. The limbs and spine have a great influence
upon each other. Extremity adjusting can relieve pain
and enhance the function of the entire body. Athletes
in particular find significant benefits.
Athletics
and Extremity Adjusting
Athletes often exert and stress their bodies to the
limit. They push through pain to win competitions. It
is in these moments that their bodies become susceptible
to injury. Correcting dysfunctional extremities enhances
the total athletic capabilities. Athletes perform better
when muscles are strong and joints are mobile.
