When you’re seeking an alternative to prescription drugs and surgery to relieve your pain, chiropractic treatment is the safe, effective answer. For the past 15 years, East Hartford, CT, residents have been trusting their health and well-being to May Chiropractic & Rehabilitation. From consistent headaches to sports injuries, Dr. Ryan May and his team bring relief through treatments that are non-invasive and current.

Here are four of the most common chiropractic treatment methods they use to help their patients:

• Gonstead Technique: As one of the most basic chiropractic treatments, this technique is taught to chiropractors early in their educations. It’s used to realign joints, reduce pain, and increase mobility. The chiropractor asks the patient to lie on their side and then adjusts the lower back or pelvis.
• Activator Technique: This treatment involves the use of a small, hand-held tool called the Activator Adjusting Instrument to deliver a gentle pulsing force to the vertebrae. It’s an effective alternative to manual spinal manipulation and is often recommended to seniors suffering from migraines and back pain.
• Flexion Distraction: Also referred to as decompression manipulation, flexion distraction is most often used to treat disc herniation, facet joint pain, and scoliosis. It requires a specially designed table that adjusts the spine in a rhythmic motion. The movement creates a negative pressure to realign the spine.
• Diversified Technique: As the most widely used chiropractic treatment, the diversified technique involves a series of high-velocity, low-amplitude thrusts delivered by hand. As the name implies, it’s used to treat a wide range of conditions, including neck, back, shoulder, and joint pain.

Chiropractic treatments pinpoint the direct cause of pain, and treatment plans are created based on the needs of each individual. When you visit Dr. May at May Chiropractic & Rehabilitation, he’ll recommend a treatment to best benefit your specific health concerns. To schedule an appointment, call (860) 568-3900, or visit their website to find out more.