Chiropractic Manipulation 101 – Allamuchy, NJ

There are well over 100 types of adjusting
techniques used by chiropractors throughout the world. Typically,
chiropractic doctors will focus on and utilize 2 or 3 different
approaches in their practice. Here at Allamuchy’s Village Family Clinic,
we are trained and experienced in a multitude of adjusting techniques
that enable us to deliver very individualized care. We feel it is
important, however, to be sure that you understand the most common forms
of treatment as they very well may be applicable to your treatment
program. This introduction can give you some basic information but to
find out more or to figure out what technique may work best for you will
require a personal consultation. So we remind you here that you are
invited to call us anytime for your free chiropractic care consult here in Allamuchy, NJ

The goal of most chiropractic techniques is to restore or enhance
joint function, with the goal of resolving joint inflammation, reducing
pain, and increasing motion. Some approaches use a specific thrust
applied by hand or with a small mechanical device, while others utilize
what feels like a deep stretch or gentle pressure. These techniques are
used on the spine and other joints within the body. They are often
referred to as spinal manipulation, joint mobilization, or simply and
adjustment.

Chiropractic Manipulation Techniques

Doctors of chiropractic adapt treatment plans to meet the specific
needs of each patient. Typically, a treatment plan in our office will
involve some combination of chiropractic adjustments as well as other
physio therapy options such as nonsurgical spinal decompression, active rehab, passive motion, muscle stimulation, or MLS Cold Laser Therapy. Below are a few of the most common chiropractic adjusting techniques:

Diversified: the most commonly used form of spinal
manipulation among doctors of chiropractic. The technique uses a very
specific small and quick thrust by hand taking a joint just past its
normal range of motion to restore normal function. This is often
referred to as a high velocity low amplitude thrust.

Gonstead Technique: a hands on technique that
expands upon traditional diversified adjustments using very specific
patient positioning and adjusting styles. It also involves some unique
diagnostic approaches to locating the areas of the spine that need
correction.

Thompson Technique: generally uses a specific
adjusting table that has moving pieces that allows gravity to help move a
patient's affected spinal segments. It also utilizes tension on the leg
musculature to assess problems in a patient’s spine. This is often
referred to as leg length analysis.

Activator Method: a treatment method and adjusting
device created as an alternative to manual manipulation of the spine or
extremity joints. This technique uses a small hand held instrument to
deliver a very controlled impulse into a joint. This is a very low force
technique that is good for anyone who has health issues that would
contraindicate a manual adjustment or those who simply find it more
comfortable.

SOT: stands for sacro occipital technique. It is a
low force technique that addresses issues in the spine and extremities
by looking at how issues in one part of the spine can create symptoms or
complicate treatment of other areas.

So, what’s next for you and your back pain? Here at Village Family Clinic,
we will carefully examine you and develop a treatment plan to address
your specific issues and goals. We welcome the opportunity to educate
you further on these subjects and a multitude of other options available
to treat your unique spine and/or joint conditions. Contact us to see what we can do for you.