The purpose of a chiropractic adjustment is to improve and restore spinal motion and the body’s overall physical function. There are a number of techniques used to achieve this:
A manual adjustment uses the chiropractors hands where a quick and short thrust is applied to a spinal joint. This is known as a high velocity, low amplitude treatment. An audible release is common with this form of adjustment, as there is a release of gas between the joints, allowing the improvement of nerve function.
A gentle, low force adjustment can be performed through the use of an Activator. This device delivers a low force, high speed thrust that is reproducible, reliable and gentle. This tool can also be adjusted to suit clients, ranging from adults to infants.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR FIRST VISIT
We are so excited to have you in our space!
When coming in for your first appointment, your chiropractor will have already gone through your new patient form that has been filled prior to coming to your appointment. You will be introduced to our clinic by our wonderful Chiropractic Assistant and shown all the spaces of our practice that will be available to you.
Once in the treatment room with your chiropractor, we will go through a thorough history examination, asking you many questions about your health, lifestyle and history that will assist in reaching your health goals. We will then run our physical examination which includes a whole series of muscle testing, orthopaedic testing and neurological testing, as well as a chiropractic postural assessment to gather a holistic picture of your current health and the different areas of your body that are associated.
Through these thorough examinations and tests, your chiropractor will have a greater understanding of the needs of your body and whether further imaging is required.