Simple misalignment of a vertebra, also referred to as a “subluxation,” is commonly caused by disc degeneration, curvatures, spondylolysis, and structural abnormalities. … Such a subluxation has never been proven to exist.

Does chiropractic adjustment actually work?

Results. Chiropractic adjustment can be effective in treating low back pain, although much of the research done shows only a modest benefit — similar to the results of more-conventional treatments.

Is nerve interference real?

In a 2007 study, researchers found that even 5% stretch on a nerve caused nerve interference and decreased its ability to transmit messages by 16%. When the stretch was removed, the nerve returned to normal firing.