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L5 – 5th lumbar vertebrae

Continuing our blog on the viscero somatic reflex, we are concluding the lumbar region of the spine today with the discussion of L5.   L5 is the 5th lumbar vertebrae which is located in the low back region of the spine.   … Continue reading

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L4 – 4th lumbar vertebrae

The 4th vertebrae in the lumbar spine (lower back region) is called L4.   This vertebrae has a direct connection to the prostate gland, muscles of the lower back, as well as the sciatic nerve.     When a misalignment (subluxation) is prevalent … Continue reading

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T8 – 8th thoracic vertebrae

The 8th vertebrae in the thoracic region has a direct relationship with the spleen.   The spleen has an important function of the body’s immune system.   A misalignment to this area may cause the body to have a lowered resistance to … Continue reading

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T2 vertebrae

To continue our blog on viscero-somatic reflex and the Thoracic (mid-back) region, today we will be discussing T2.     As we have discussed previously, the nervous system controls and coordinates all organs and structures of the human body.  Misalignments of spinal … Continue reading

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