Chiropractic

 

The spinal adjustment is the foundation of chiropractic treatment. Spinal adjustments are used successfully to treat a variety of different soft tissue disorders as well as a number of other health problems. Chiropractic doctors are the only health care professionals trained to deliver the chiropractic spinal adjustment.

Spinal adjustments or spinal manipulation is the process of applying a quick but gentle pressure to “subluxated” vertebrae in a corrective manner. The adjustments are not and should not be painful. In fact, most patients at our office look forward to their chiropractic adjustments as they usually provide immediate relief from discomfort and increase ones’ sense of well being. Many years of study and practice are necessary to acquire the skills of providing an effective and safe spinal adjustment. Research has shown spinal adjustments to be the most effective treatment in numerous conditions including back pain. Adjustments can be performed in a number of ways to provide a safe and effective treatment.