A shift from optimal health.
A Neuro-Functional Shift represents a departure from the typical working relationship between the nervous system and its protective encasement (the skull and the spine). This shift is often accompanied by a displacement of the spine’s structure and/or the surrounding muscles and ligaments. A Neuro-Functional Shift primarily occurs at both the very top (skull and neck) and the very bottom (pelvis) of the spine. These locations are where the spinal cord and vertebrae have a direct connection. Since the spine functions as a unified whole, changes at these two extremes often lead to changes throughout the spine as well.
The significance of this shift lies in the fact that the brain, spinal cord, and nerves regulate every function of the body. Consequently, a Neuro-Functional Shift can potentially adversely affect overall bodily function, contributing to the underlying causes of various health issues and secondary conditions.
In the absence of a Neuro-Functional Shift, the structural alignment of the spine, the movement of spinal structures, and the tension along the spine and spinal cord are considered normal. However, if increased stiffness or tension develops in one area of the spine (for example, due to an accident, poor posture, or improper movement), the resulting displacement can break down communication within the nervous system. As a result, many individuals experience Secondary Conditions or symptoms stemming from this shift. Does it not make sense, then, to address this departure from normal function rather than merely treating the symptoms that arise from it?
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