We had some excitement at our
office earlier this week and I had no opportunity to do a Monday post. My
apologies! Hopefully you will find this interesting.
Our bodies are made up of so
many different parts that I love sharing with you some of the fascinating
things which I have learned over the years. Today let’s talk about the
ileocecal valve.
The ileocecal valve is where
the ileum (small intestine) connects to the cecum (large intestine) and is
located in the lower-right abdomen. The small intestine absorbs the majority of
the proteins, fats and carbohydrates contained in the food we eat, and the
large intestine absorbs the excess water which keeps the food liquid enough to
pass through the intestines. Many vitamins and chemicals which are
water-soluble get absorbed at the same time.
A valve is located at this
junction and is normally closed. The act of swallowing solid foods causes the
valve to open momentarily and the liquid waste held behind the valve squirts
into the large intestine for water removal and expulsion. This is why a healthy
person often has a bowel movement shortly after a meal. When the ileocecal
valve sticks closed, the person often experiences constipation; when the valve
sticks open – diarrhea.
I would love to say that a
chiropractor discovered how to treat ileocecal valve problems, but I was told
that it was probably originally an osteopathic treatment. It involves deep
tissue massage of the valve and you can find some chiropractors and some
massage therapists who know how to perform it. I would be surprised to find any
osteopaths still utilizing the various massage treatments they pioneered.
Naturally, a chiropractic treatment administered concurrently would help the
body to heal the valve and minimize future recurrences.
Your chiropractor can help
with a variety of complaints and ailments. If you want to get rid of pain, or
just feel better, consult with a chiropractor. I know that you will be pleased with the results.
Getting rid of your pain,
Dr. Steven Ray, Chiropractor
Val Vista Chiropractic
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