
07/28/2025
Today I am going to be talking about the Facet joints in the spine. Each vertebrae has 4 facet joints located on them: 2 superior and 2 inferior. The facet joints run the entire length of the spine. From the upper neck all the way down to the belt line. The job of these joint are to help the smooth motion in all 3 planes of motion that the spine is capable of performing. When these joints become inflamed and irritated, the pain can range from local dull aches to severe sharp radiating pain that can be diffuse and wide spread across a large region of the body. Over time, long term pain and irritation will cause wear and tear on the joints. This is called osteoarthritis, and chiropractors see and treat this every day successfully. This is something that is very common in todays society and something that chiropractic care can take care of successfully. If you or someone you know has been suffering from any of these issues, give us a try, you'll be surprised at the results. Many patients report same day relief. 618-558-2429 or visit www.unfriedchiropractic.com and schedule a new patient visit.