Did you know that since 2002, the number of adults receiving chiropractic therapy has nearly doubled? One of the most prevalent treatment methods of chiropractic therapy, spinal manipulation, also referred to as an adjustment, restores joint movement, alleviates pain, and has many additional benefits.
Spinal manipulation is a technique where practitioners use their hands or a device to apply a controlled thrust to a joint of your spine. The amount of force can vary, but the thrust moves the joint more than it would on its own. Spinal manipulation is different from spinal mobilization, which doesn’t involve a thrust, is performed within a joint’s natural range of motion, and can be controlled by the patient.
What Can Spinal Manipulation Help With?
Spinal manipulation helps with various ailments, including but not limited to:
- Low-back pain
- Neck pain
- Headaches
- Sciatica
