What Problems Can Manual Chiropractic Adjustments Resolve?

Aches and pains can happen at any point in life, especially after an injury or poor posture. Back pain, neck pain, and chronic headaches are only a few of the chronic issues you may experience, and they're often hard to control, even with medications.

But what if eliminating back aches and other pains was as simple as visiting a chiropractor? Chiropractic adjustments are a simple and effective way to manage musculoskeletal pain and other body issues that arise throughout life.

If you want to improve your posture, relieve annoying aches, and live a healthier life, Dr. Jason Ablett and the Pinnacle Health Chiropractic team provide various treatments, including manual chiropractic adjustments.

How does a manual chiropractic adjustment work?

Manual chiropractic adjustments are a treatment licensed chiropractors use to manipulate the joints and tissues in the body. They use their hands, tools, and other devices to stretch and readjust the spine and joints to improve mobility and decrease pain.

Chiropractic adjustments complement treatments like medications, physical therapy, and rehabilitative exercise. However, you can also use it as a stand-alone therapy to keep your spine aligned.

Chiropractic adjustments are to realign the joints and improve overall functionality and mobility. Joints may become out of alignment due to injuries or muscle strains caused by poor posture or overuse.

Many people use chiropractic adjustments and massage therapy to take a holistic approach to full-body wellness and improved mobility.

Issues a chiropractic adjustment can alleviate

You may be wondering what Dr. Ablett can treat using manual chiropractic adjustments – and the list is numerous. Anything that affects your musculoskeletal system can benefit from chiropractic care. Some of the problems we can treat with an adjustment include:

• Headaches
• Sciatica
• Neck pain
• Back pain
• Arthritis
• Fibromyalgia
• Muscle aches
• Rib pain

You can even benefit from a manual chiropractic adjustment after a car accident. If you sustain whiplash or other musculoskeletal issues, Dr. Ablett carefully manipulates the tissues to relieve and keep the muscles and joints loose.

What to expect during a chiropractic adjustment

You've likely heard people talking about chiropractors and "cracking" necks and backs – which sounds barbaric and isn't true at all. Although you may hear what sounds like a crack during the adjustment, it's just air bubbles in the joint fluid popping from the separation of the joint tissues.

Dr. Ablett is an experienced chiropractor who takes the time to discuss your goals, needs, and body before trying to adjust your joints. He examines your medical history, past and present injuries, and current symptoms to understand where to start.

At your appointment, Dr. Ablett utilizes specific techniques and treatments to address your particular needs. Most chiropractic adjustments require lying on a specialized table that can move different body areas.

Dr. Ablett uses his hands and other tools to manually manipulate the tissues and muscles around the joints using quick movements and pressure. These fast movements are usually painless, although you may feel sore after your first few treatments.

How long do the results last?

Dealing with chronic musculoskeletal pain is challenging, which is where chiropractic care comes into play. Regular chiropractic visits help align the spine and reduce musculoskeletal pain and problems.

After a treatment, you may feel great for days, weeks, or even months. The time you get relief depends on your condition, pain level, and other problems affecting your muscles and spine.

Dr. Ablett discusses a schedule that works for your specific needs and other tips on keeping your body aligned between treatments. You may need to come in several times a week for a month and gradually space your appointments as you feel better.

Call Pinnacle Health Chiropractic today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Ablett for a chiropractic adjustment or request an appointment here on our website.