Chiropractic Manipulation

A unique treatment performed by chiropractic physicians is to reduce joint injuries or pain, by "manipulation" of specific vertebrae or joints. The adjustment is made by manipulation or specific mobilization of one or more joints, which have been found through examination, to be lacking proper mobility, function or nerve stimulation. There are numerous techniques which are used by your Natural Health Physician to aid in the healing process.

Manipulation involves the use of varying degrees of torque or thrust applied by the physicians' hands to a specific vertebrae or joint (of the spine or extremities) to facilitate increased ranges of motion and a decrease in pressure on discs, nerves, ligaments and muscles.

Other types of manipulation include Trigger Point Therapy (TPT) and Soft Tissue Manipulation (STM) or use of the Activator. Trigger Point Therapy involves the application of pressure to specific areas or "points" on a muscle to reduce spasm and pain referral patterns. Soft Tissue Manipulation involves the application of light massage to areas requiring increased circulation and a reduction in muscle tension.  The Activator is an adjusting tool that removes the fixation without the application of manual force.  While less effective than manual manipulation, great results can be achieved.

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