These symptoms are often the result of "vertebral subluxation complex," which includes several stages. Early on, you may have some joint dysfunction and nerve irritation. Untreated, it could progress to muscle spasms, inflammation around the discs and eventually degenerative joints. This happens over the course of many years, but can be treated with visits to the chiropractor. "The first thing that will happen with treatments is you’ll notice an improvement in and restoration of your range," says Dr. Penn. He adds that several different exercises directed toward balance can also help "re-train the brain," for example, in the case of a back injury.