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Here’s what’s happening inside your spine: Each vertebra connects to the one above and below it through facet joints, which are like small bony hinges. These joints are covered in cartilage and surrounded by a capsule—a sock-like structure that holds everything together. Inside this capsule is synovial fluid (shown in grey in the animation), which lubricates the joint and allows smooth movement. The capsule itself is rich with nerve endings, making it a powerful communicator with your brain and spinal cord. The angle of these joints varies throughout the spine, allowing for different types of movement. For example, your neck can rotate more than your lower back, which helps support visual tracking and head movement. This entire setup is known as the facet joint complex, and it’s exactly where the pop occurs. Want help with this? I treat back and neck pain at my practice in Tamboerskloof, Cape Town City Bowl. Learn more about chiropractic care or book a session. 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