If you have never looked into the world of chiropractic spinal manipulation, you could be missing out on an important modality for helping you enjoy optimal health, wellness, comfort, and injury recovery. Chiropractic adjustments to the spinal column can ease pain, enhance joint motion, improve your posture, and help your nervous system function normally. That's why we're happy to offer this non-surgical healing modality at our chiropractic clinic.
The Purpose of Chiropractic Spinal Adjustment
The human spine consists of a complex arrangement of vertebrae, discs, joints, and the muscle groups that allow the spine to twist, turn, and bend. It also hosts the spinal cord, with major nerves running through the vertebral spaces to serve the rest of the body.
Unfortunately, many problems can afflict this delicate combination of moving and non-moving parts. Even the smallest restriction or joint imbalance can limit joint motion, causing spasm, weakness, and/or pain. The misalignment can cause pressure on the nerve exiting the spinal cord, which can lead to pain, numbness and other symptoms in your arms, legs, and other areas away from the spine. Dislodged or herniated discs can also press against nerve roots, producing neurological discomfort or weakness in the extremities while also affecting your systemic health. An unbalanced spine may throw the rest of your body out of balance, accelerating degeneration that causes chronic aches and pains.
Chiropractic spinal adjustments can relieve these problems. Dr. {FIRSTNAME uses manual or instrument-assisted techniques that deliver small but focused force to spinal components, shifting them back into position. By normalizing your spinal alignment, we can ease neurological symptoms, reduce muscular strain, and help your neck and back move more freely.
What to Expect From Your Adjustment Session
Chiropractic spinal manipulation can be performed safely on most individuals of all ages, including newborns. Effective chiropractic adjustments require accurate evaluation and prompt care using safe, effective chiropractic techniques. An initial evaluation analyzes your spinal alignment, checking for any musculoskeletal imbalances that may be producing your health challenges. North Florida Rehab and Chiropractic, LLC will ensure that you are a good candidate for chiropractic adjustment before proceeding. Repeated chiropractic adjustments help the body accept the changes in joint position, although you may feel substantial relief almost immediately.
To perform the treatment, Dr. Laura uses various techniques to manipulate the bones of the spine, known as vertebrae. These techniques involve the use of either their hands or a small handheld tool called the Activator to apply a sudden, controlled thrust to a spinal joint. Don't be alarmed if you hear a popping or cracking sound during your spinal adjustment. This harmless phenomenon occurs when trapped gases escape from within the joints. For those who require a lighter touch, the drop table and Activator achieve the same goal.
In some cases, one chiropractic adjustment is enough to correct a problem and resolve mild symptoms. Those experiencing severe symptoms associated with spinal misalignment or chronic problems, such as arthritis, may need ongoing care that involves return appointments with Dr. Laura.
If you're ready to boost your health, flexibility, balance, and everyday comfort, our chiropractic team is ready to help you achieve those goals. Contact our clinic (352) 375-3668 to discuss the details of chiropractic spinal manipulation and schedule an initial appointment.
