Chiropractic Techniques
If you have visited different chiropractors you probably noticed there were some differences. It takes many years to learn how to apply these techniques well, which is why adjusting the spine is often considered an artform. A chiropractor’s main focus is to improve spinal function with the goal of improving overall function of the body.
Improving spinal function can be done in many different ways
Subluxations
Regardless of what technique your chiropractor uses, most will still check and adjust your spine where they find areas that are not moving properly, what they call a subluxated area of your spine.
Your Health Choice
No one way is necessarily better than any other but you may prefer one or more of these various techniques, so find a chiropractor that feels just right for you and your needs.
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