Understanding Chiropractic: Why You Shouldn't Pop Your Own Spine
04/22/25 • 12 min
In this episode of 'Ask the Chiropractor,' Dr. Brant Hulsebus examines the dangers and misconceptions of attempting to 'pop' or crack your own spine. He explains how untrained manipulation, even by healthcare professionals such as athletic trainers or physical therapists, can lead to complications and aggravate existing issues. Dr. Hulsebus highlights the importance of proper chiropractic care, involving detailed x-ray analyses and specialized adjustments, to effectively address spinal misalignments and related pain. He also elaborates on how improper techniques can worsen the conditions by making certain joints hypermobile while others become more fixated. Additionally, he touches on related symptoms such as groin pain and bowel issues that might arise from upper lumbar misalignment.
www.rockforddc.com
In this episode of 'Ask the Chiropractor,' Dr. Brant Hulsebus examines the dangers and misconceptions of attempting to 'pop' or crack your own spine. He explains how untrained manipulation, even by healthcare professionals such as athletic trainers or physical therapists, can lead to complications and aggravate existing issues. Dr. Hulsebus highlights the importance of proper chiropractic care, involving detailed x-ray analyses and specialized adjustments, to effectively address spinal misalignments and related pain. He also elaborates on how improper techniques can worsen the conditions by making certain joints hypermobile while others become more fixated. Additionally, he touches on related symptoms such as groin pain and bowel issues that might arise from upper lumbar misalignment.
www.rockforddc.com
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In this episode of 'Ask The Chiropractor,' Dr. Brant Hulsebus, a chiropractor based in Rockford, Illinois, discusses the educational and licensure requirements for chiropractors, focusing on his own experience and the regulations in Illinois. He outlines the detailed academic journey, including the prerequisites, coursework, labs, clinical experience, and national board exams. Dr. Hulsebus also highlights the ongoing education requirements for maintaining a chiropractic license and challenges the stereotypes and misconceptions about chiropractic education. Listeners are encouraged to reach out with questions to be featured in future episodes.
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Hello, Dr. Brant Hulsebus here and welcome to another edition of Ask the Chiropractor. Ask The Chiropractor is my little podcast that I do when someone has a question about chiropractic or chiropractic care, I try to answer. I'm a chiropractor here in Rockford, Illinois. I'm a proud graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic, and I'm happy to be the team chiropractor of the Rockford IceHogs. Let's dive into it.
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