General Spinal Health Test

Many spinal problems produce uneven weight distribution. Here’s a simple test you can conduct at home with two bathroom scales to reveal this common sign of spinal imbalance:


GenSpineTest 1Step 1

This test requires two bathroom scales. Make sure both weight-bearing surfaces are level.

 

 

 

GenSpineTest 2Step 2

With eyes closed, have the test subject tilt their head up and down, and then left and right, settling to a comfortable, neutral position. Record the scale readings for each leg
Left leg: _______ Right leg: ________

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GenSpineTest 3Step 3

To eliminate the variance between the scales, reverse their positions and repeat the test.
Left leg: _______ Right leg: ________

 

 

Assessment

  • Average the findings of the left leg by adding both left leg readings and dividing by two.
  • Average the results for the right leg by adding both readings and dividing by two.
  • A difference greater than 5 lbs between both legs is significant. Contact Health Within Chiropractic Center and make an appointment today.