subluxation

subluxation /sub·lux·a·tion/ (sub″luk-sa´shun)

1. incomplete or partial dislocation.

2. in chiropractic, any mechanical impediment to nerve function; originally, a vertebral displacement believed to impair nerve function.

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sub·lux·a·tion (sblk-sshn)

n.

Incomplete or partial dislocation, as of a bone in a joint.

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subluxation.

See incomplete dislocation.

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subluxation [sub″luk-sa´shun]

incomplete or partial dislocation.

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subluxation (s·bluk·sāˑ·shn),

n the atypical anatomic positioning of any joint that exceeds the physiologic but not the anatomic limit.

subluxation, vertebral (ver·t·brl sub·lk·sāˑ·shn),

n structural misalignments in the spinal column that interrupt normal neural transmissions.

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subluxation (sub´luksā´shn),

n 1. an incomplete dislocation of a joint.
2. term applied to the temporomandibular joint, indicating relaxation of the capsular ligaments and improper relationship of the joint components, resulting in cracking and popping of the joint during movement.

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subluxation

a partial dislocation. In the terminology of chiropractic, an abnormal positional relationship between contiguous vertebrae resulting in abnormal biochemical and neurological function.

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angle of subluxation

in the Ortolani maneuver, the point at which the hip luxates. See also angle of reduction.

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subluxation

Chiropractic A motion segment in which the spine's alignment, movement or physiologic function is altered although contact between joint surfaces remains intact. See Dysfunction Orthopedics An incomplete joint dislocation with parts of the articular surfaces remaining in contact, with either a gradual displacement or partial dislocation within a joint; subluxations are contrary to a joint's plane or motion, or exceeds its ROM. See Range of motion. Cf Dislocation, Luxation.

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Patient discussion about subluxation.

Q. Can a Chiropractor tell if your organs are shutting down?

A. She told me that because my spine is out of line so much, that it's causing my organs to shut down. I have been having bladder problems. I really think she is just trying to scare me.