Many people schedule chiropractic adjustments after injuries or experiencing chronic pain. This kind of medical care mainly focuses on treatment of the spine. Despite how common adjustments are, there are still many misunderstandings about what they entail. The following information will help you determine if getting adjusted is what you need to alleviate your own discomfort.

Who Can Benefit From Chiropractic Adjustments?

When vertebrae become misaligned, they put pressure on the surrounding spinal nerves, which results in pain. This can happen because of poor posture, improperly lifting heavy objects, or a traumatic event. People with certain conditions—such as sciatica, low neck and back pain, headaches, acid reflux, high blood pressure, and scoliosis—can also benefit from being adjusted. 

What to Expect 

In most cases, when a patient goes in for a chiropractic adjustment, they’ll lie down on a table and the doctor will apply a quick, controlled thrust to the area of the spine that’s in pain.

This movement causes the sides of the joint to separate for just a second and realign the bone to restore full range of motion. Adjustments can also be performed with a small handheld instrument known as an Activator. You may hear a popping sound or feel a cracking sensation as air pockets are released between the joints. 

What Are the Results?

Along with eliminating pain and restoring body function, a chiropractic adjustment can help improve sleep, increase blood flow, decrease muscle tension, reduce the risk of arthritis, strengthen the immune system, and improve athletic performance.

To get the best results, a chiropractor will perform tests and develop a treatment plan based on the findings and the patient’s symptoms. 

If you’re ready to find relief through chiropractic adjustments, put your care in the hands of Hastings Family Chiropractic. For more than 25 years, they’ve been providing the residents of Adams County, NE, with effective chiropractic treatments and pain management solutions. Dr. Troy Wilson and Dr. Hannah Doyle are dedicated to helping patients enjoy better mobility and a higher quality of life. Call (402) 463-1955 to schedule a consultation, or visit them online to learn more about their services.