There are many ways to adjust the spine.
Sometimes the doctor's hands deliver a quick, highly
accurate thrust. Or an instrument directs a repeatable
force to a fixated spinal joint.
Other times a slow, constant pressure is used. Some
chiropractic doctors use special tables with moving
sections. Several areas of the spine may be adjusted
or just one.
The key is to use the precise amount of energy. At
the exact spot. In the right direction. At just the
right time, to get spinal joints moving again. Chiropractic
is truly an art. Your chiropractic doctor has become
a master at one or more adjusting techniques.
Just about anyone can get adjusted. Newborns, infants,
children, seniors and even failed back surgery patients
can benefit. Naturally, your doctor tailors your chiropractic
care to your size, age and unique health problem.
With the intent of reducing nervous system irritation,
chiropractic adjustments are specific. Targeted. Focused.
And more precise than spinal "manipulations"
or "mobilization." It is this precision, combined
with the purpose of reducing nervous system irritation,
which has helped so many people.
What do adjustments feel like?
After the brief thrust, many patients report a sense
of well-being or a feeling of calmness. Others feel
improved mobility. Inflammation or muscle spasms may
delay these positive effects. Chiropractic doctors excel
at making adjustments comfortable and effective.
Are adjustments safe?
Yes. A New Zealand government study concluded that
chiropractic adjustments are "remarkably safe."
Taking an over-the-counter pain reliever is about 100
times more risky.
Will adjustments make my spine too loose?
No. Only the spinal joints that are "locked up"
receive adjustments. This allows weakened muscles and
ligaments to stabilize and heal.
What makes the sound?
Lubricating fluids separate the bones of each spinal
joint. Some adjusting methods can produce a sound when
the gas and fluids in the joint shift. It's much like
opening a soda can or removing a suction cup. The sound
is interesting, but isn't a guide to the quality or
value of the adjustment.
Can I adjust myself?
No. Some patients can make their joints "pop"
but that's not an adjustment! Even your chiropractic
doctor must consult a colleague to benefit from chiropractic
care.
Photo: Female patient face up with male DC palpating
cervical spine
Caption: Several areas of the spine may be adjusted
or just one area.
Photo: Female DC delivering posterior thoracic adjustment
Caption: Each adjustment builds on the ones before.
Keep your appointments for the best results!
Photo: Close up of printer cable being plugged into
back of printer
Caption: Adjustments help reduce nervous system interferences
and "reconnect" the vital communication link
between your brain and your body.
Photo: DC showing patient spinal model
Caption: Adjusting approaches are modified to suit the
specific needs of each patient.
Photo: Female DC with baby
Caption: Adjustments use the least amount of force possible
to get fixated joints moving again.
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Safe and Natural
Chiropractic is a team approach to better health. As
you enjoy results, tell those you love. Explain how
millions enjoy relief and better health by restoring
the integrity of their spines and nervous systems with
safe and natural chiropractic care.
References at chiropatient.com
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