Gliding (Movement of bones) of the inter vertebral joints
Widening of the inter vertebral foramen (space between vertebral joints)
Straightening of the spinal curves
Stretching of the spinal muscles
Pain relief, by releasing and stretching the tight capsule or ligament, or adherent nerve root
Mobilizing stiff inter-vertebral joints
Reducing muscle guarding and spasm
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Last Updated on Apr 25, 2022
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