Chiropractic Techniques
When it comes to visiting a chiropractor, especially for the first time, one of the biggest questions is HOW do you perform the adjustments? Do they involve big manual movements? Is it gentle? Does it hurt? You’ve come to the right place to have these questions answered.
We have many different chiropractic techniques to suit anyone from age 0 – 100! Our approach is adaptable, and we look to find the right technique to suit your needs and preferences.
Manual techniques – when we refer to a manual technique, we are referring to the adjustment being delivered with a low force, high speed thrust 100% by hand. It is common to feel and hear clicks and pops with this, the sound is completely safe and normal. It’s not bones crunching or grinding, it’s in fact the release of gas within the joint. All it really means, is that the adjustment was super-fast!
We understand that some people need or prefer a different approach to care. We have 4 other techniques that we use in our practice which don’t involve any clicks or pops, they all work towards the same outcome, a better connection between the body’s master controller, the brain, and the body, so we can work towards better function.
The Activator Method – The adjusting instrument used to deliver a very quick and low force adjustment. It is one of the most researched chiropractic techniques with 26 clinical trials to date. More information around the research can be found here: https://www.activator.com/research/
SOT (Sacro-Occipital Technique) – Based upon the premise that normal respiratory function activates the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, this is necessary for balance in the body. Part of this technique uses blocks which are placed under your hips using a specific system to help rebalance the sacrum (base of the spine) to its normal position. We check and address other aspects of the body such as the diaphragm and psoas, to ensure you are breathing well.
The drop table – Our custom-built chiropractic table has sections which lift and drop down with pressure. This uses motion to help assist the specific adjustment.
Toggle (Upper Cervical Specific) – Toggle uses a small drop with motion, similar to the drop table, however it is specifically designed to address the very top of the neck.