What is a Chiropractic Adjustment?
Pain. Performance. Prevention.
A Chiropractic adjustment is a precise, gentle technique used to improve the movement of
joints—most commonly those in the spine. When joints become restricted or don't move as
they should, they can contribute to pain, stiffness, muscle tension, and decreased
function.
Using carefully controlled movements, your chiropractor applies a specific force to a
joint to help restore normal motion. The goal is to improve mobility, reduce discomfort,
and help your body move and function more efficiently.
Every adjustment is customized to your individual needs, comfort level, age, health
history, and examination findings.
Personalized care for optimal spinal health.
Why are Adjustments Performed?
- Poor Posture
- Repetitive movements
- Sports injuries
- Automobile accidents
- Work-related injuries
- Heavy lifting
- Stress
- Sitting for long periods
- Normal wear and tear
These restrictions may contribute to:
- Back pain
- Neck pain
- Headaches
- Shoulder pain
- Hip pain
- Knee pain
- Foot and ankle pain
Acupuncture & TCM
Traditional Chinese Medicine approaches supporting whole-body wellness.
During treatment, your provider places very thin, sterile, single-use needles into
specific points on the body. Most patients find the treatment relaxing and experience
little to no discomfort.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, acupuncture helps restore the
healthy flow of Qi (pronounced "chee"), or vital energy, through pathways called
meridians.
From a modern medical perspective, research suggests acupuncture may help by:
- Stimulating the nervous system
- Releasing the body's natural pain-relieving chemicals (endorphins)
- Improving circulation
- Reducing inflammation
- Relaxing muscles
- Supporting the body's natural healing response
Dry Needling- Targeted Relief for Tight Muscles and Trigger Points
Dry needling is a modern treatment used to relieve muscle pain, reduce tension, and
improve movement.
Using a thin, sterile needle, your provider targets myofascial trigger points—commonly
known as "muscle knots." This can help release tight muscles, improve blood flow,
decrease pain, and restore normal movement.
Unlike acupuncture, dry needling is based on modern anatomy, biomechanics, and neuromuscular
science.
- Muscle tightness
- Sports injuries
- Tendenitis
- Shoulder pain
- Neck pain
- Back pain
- Headaches
- knee pain
- Foot and ankle pain
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tennis elbow
Spinal Decombression
Gentle Relief for Disc and Nerve Conditions
Spinal decompression is a non-surgical therapy designed to gently stretch the spine using
a computerized treatment table.
This controlled stretching may help reduce pressure on spinal discs and nerves, allowing
nutrients and oxygen to reach injured tissues while encouraging the body's natural
healing response.
Many patients find spinal decompression relaxing and comfortable.
It may be beneficial for:
- Herniated discs
- Bulging discs
- Degenerative disc disease
- Sciatica
- Pinched nerves
- Chronic neck pain
- Chronic low back pain
Theraputic Exercise
Building Strength for Long-Term Recovery
Movement is medicine. Therapeutic exercises are customized programs designed to improve
flexibility, strength, balance, posture, and overall function.
We will prescribe exercises based on your diagnosis, movement patterns, and recovery
goals to help reduce pain while preventing future injuries.
Exercises may focus on:
- Core stability
- Flexibility
- Joint mobility
- Balance
- Strengthening
- Postural correction
- Functional movement
Our goal is to help you feel better—not just in the office, but in everyday life.
Electrical Stimulation (E-Stim) and Ice
Helping Reduce Pain and Muscle Tension
Electrical stimulation uses gentle electrical impulses delivered through adhesive pads placed on the skin.
These impulses help stimulate muscles and nerves, which may reduce pain, decrease muscle spasms, improve circulation, and promote healing
Many patients describe the sensation as a comfortable tingling or massage-like feeling.
Electrical stimulation is commonly used alongside chiropractic care and rehabilitation to enhance recovery.
During the session, electrodes are placed on the skin over the affected area, delivering gentle
electrical currents that stimulate the nerves and muscles. Many patients find this treatment
relaxing and effective for managing discomfort.
Electrical stimulation may be beneficial for:
- Muscle spasms
- Chronic pain conditions
- Post-surgical recovery
- Sports injuries
- Nerve and low back pain
- Improving muscle strength
School Physicals
Helping Students Stay Healthy & Ready to Participate
Whether your child is preparing for sports, marching band, or other school activities, a
school physical helps ensure they are healthy and ready to participate safely.
During your visit, our doctor will review your child's medical history, perform a
comprehensive physical examination, and complete any required school or athletic forms.
School physicals typically include:
- Medical history review
- Height, weight and BMI
- Vision and hearing screening
- Heart and lung examination
- Musculoskeletal assement
- Blood pressure check
- Vaccination review
- Posture and movement screening
- Clearance for sports and school activities
