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When the body maintains its natural balance among all systems, bones move freely within their regular planes of motion; however, exposure to unnatural conditions like poor posture, muscle dysfunction, or prolonged injuries can cause bones to become "stuck" in certain positions, restricting their full range of motion. Chiropractic adjustments, a gentle yet effective hands-on manipulation, aim to restore the natural motion of joint segments by applying a quick force to a specific joint within its natural range of motion, stimulating surrounding nerves and muscles to foster improved communication between connecting structures for enhanced functionality. Spinal manipulation, a common chiropractic technique with a rich history dating back thousands of years, involves a trained chiropractor applying a controlled, sudden force to a joint with their hands or an instrument while the patient's body is in a specific position. Greek writings dating back to 1500 B.C. mention spinal manipulation and its efficacy in alleviating low back pain, with Hippocrates emphasizing its importance in treating various diseases. In the United States, spinal manipulation gained popularity in the 19th century, leading to the establishment of the chiropractic profession by Daniel David Palmer in 1895; today, chiropractic care is available worldwide, including in all 50 states, with Elite Chiropractic offering this service to address specific areas of concern based on individual health goals.

During a spinal adjustment session, you may be positioned seated, lying face up, or face down on a chiropractic table. The chiropractor will apply slight pressure with their hands or use a small handheld instrument to realign vertebrae back into their healthy position. Sometimes, patients may hear a subtle audible noise, such as a "click," which is a normal occurrence indicating an appropriate adjustment has taken place. Spinal manipulation is among the most popular chiropractic services and can be provided as a standalone treatment or combined with other therapies like spinal decompression therapy or cold laser therapy.

Spinal manipulation is typically quick and painless, although you may experience mild discomfort. Your body may need time to adjust to realignment, especially if it's accustomed to being misaligned. However, many patients experience immediate relief, though multiple sessions may be necessary for maximum recovery.

At Elite Chiropractic and Sports Medicine, you'll receive personalized care from our chiropractor, who will conduct a thorough assessment of your condition to identify areas of suboptimal function in your body. Following this assessment, your chiropractor will educate you on what your body needs for healing and how our services can support this process. Based on your evaluation, your chiropractor will devise a tailored treatment plan to provide you with swift relief and long-term results. This plan may encompass a combination of chiropractic adjustments, manual therapies, Active Release Techniques (ART®), Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), and therapeutic exercises. Following treatment, you may experience some redness, soreness, or bruising, which are normal responses as muscles undergo recovery and healing. These effects typically subside within 48 hours and can often be alleviated with ice or heat therapy and adequate hydration.

Living life to the fullest can be challenging when your body aches, but our experienced team can help. We offer chiropractic services to address a wide range of spinal and extremity joint disorders, including headaches, neck pain, lower back pain, sciatica, herniated discs, and spinal stenosis. During your initial consultation, we will gather information to better understand your pain and develop a customized chiropractic treatment plan tailored to your needs. This may involve diagnostic tests such as X-rays or CT scans. Together, we will collaborate with you and your existing healthcare providers to develop an effective treatment strategy.

When administered by a licensed chiropractor, spinal manipulation is safe. Chiropractic care may still be suitable for you, even if you have certain conditions like osteoporosis or are pregnant, as our chiropractor can adapt treatment accordingly.