Subluxation

The chiropractor and the general practitioner are the ones who usually evaluate a subluxation, a term that refers to a partial displacement of a joint, in which the bone surfaces lose their usual alignment without fully separating.

Common causes: blows, falls, forced movements or, in some joints, a certain predisposition to instability.

Frequent symptoms: pain in the affected area, a feeling of stiffness or that the joint is not properly positioned, and difficulty moving that part of the body normally.

When to seek care? If after a blow you feel pain that does not ease, deformity, or loss of mobility, the sensible thing is to have a professional examine the joint and determine the appropriate management for your case.