A unique treatment performed by chiropractic physicians is to reduce joint injuries or pain, by "manipulation" of specific vertebrae or other joints of the body. 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 light pressure applied by the physicians' hands to a specific spinal joint or joint of the 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 employs techniques to increase circulation, reduce muscle tension, and break down scar tissue. 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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