A chiropractic adjustment, the hallmark of chiropractic care, is an integral part of the treatment of joint problems, in the spine as well as the other joints. What exactly is a chiropractic adjustment or manipulation? It is the use of a specific force in a precise direction applied to a fixated or misaligned joint. Chiropractic adjustments gradually return the bones to a more properly aligned position with improved motion. This can, in turn, remove interference to nerves and help surrounding, supportive tissues relax. This contributes to pain relief, often within a very short time, and the improvement in joint motion decreases the chances of ongoing joint degeneration.

There are various ways a doctor performs a chiropractic adjustment to the spine or joints. Usually the doctor’s hands or a specially designed instrument is used to deliver the adjustment. Some adjustments are quick, while others involve a slower technique. After years of training and experience, each doctor at Cole Pain Therapy Group has selected a variety of methods and become skilled in their delivery. The technique used is tailored to the patient’s age, size, and unique problem.