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When there is spinal joint malfunction, the discs, ligaments,
and other connective tissue are affected, too.
While technically you can't have a "slipped" disc, the soft pulpy discs
that separate each spinal vertebra can tear, bulge, herniate, and degenerate.
Ligaments and other connective tissues in the area of the malfunctioning spinal
joint are often involved. Inflammation and swelling accompany the accumulation of
blood and lymph, causing a rise in temperature.
Unlike most other tissues of the body, discs and ligaments have a poor blood supply.
This makes the healing of soft tissues a very slow and time-consuming process.
In fact, complete healing often requires continued care even after the relief of obvious symptoms.
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