A chiropractic adjustment, also known as chiropractic manipulation, manual manipulation, or spinal manipulation, is the primary chiropractic treatment method for relieving back pain.

Spinal manipulation helps relieve pressure on joints, reduce inflammation, and improve nerve function. It has been a trusted treatment since the time of the ancient Greek physician Hippocrates, who documented manipulative techniques as early as 1500 B.C. Today, spinal manipulation is also used to help treat conditions such as allergies, menstrual cramps, and headaches.

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How Does Spinal Manipulation Work?

There are more than 100 different adjustment techniques used by chiropractors around the world. Some techniques involve the use of force and twisting, while others are more gentle. Regardless of the method, each technique is designed to restore or enhance joint function, reduce pain, and resolve inflammation.

When vertebrae shift out of alignment, the body responds through both the muscular and nervous systems. Without proper alignment and nerve flow, the nervous system, immune system, and even mental function can be negatively affected.

Overall, spinal adjustments and manipulations are an excellent way to keep the body functioning optimally without discomfort. When the body is properly aligned, it can perform and respond as it was naturally designed to do.