Chiropractors work with the spine, not necessarily because it's the source of neck and back pain, but because it houses and protects the spinal cord and nervous system. Every vital life sustaining process depends on the integrity of this communication network between the brain and the body.

There are several common ailments which initially make people aware that there is a problem with their spine and/or nervous system. Learn more about these conditions and how they can be better managed and prevented with appropriate chiropractic care. Additional conditions are described in the health glossary.