What Is a Chiropractic Adjustment?

If you’ve ever considered getting treatment for your back pain or other musculoskeletal issues, you may have heard of chiropractic adjustment. Though this can vary between different chiropractors near you we can help you better understand this foundational technique of chiropractic care. For more information about our chiropractic adjustment services, call us at Dixie Injury & Rehab, serving Shively, KY, Dixie, KY, and Louisville, KY.

Chiropractic Adjustments

A chiropractic adjustment is a procedure done by trained specialists who use a small instrument or just their hands to apply a sudden yet controlled force on a joint. It’s meant to improve the patient’s spine, or other joints, range of motion, and function in general.

Who Receives a Chiropractic Adjustment?

Many people are able to get a chiropractic adjustment. This is commonly done for people who have neck pain and low back pain. Depending on the situation, this treatment can be used for people with certain conditions and after personal injuries.

Some health issues and conditions are complicated and would make an individual not a good candidate for chiropractic adjustment. For instance, if you have severe osteoporosis or a bone abnormality in your neck this might not be a recommended treatment for you. 

What to Expect with Chiropractic Adjustments 

When you initially visit a chiropractor, they’ll ask you questions regarding your health history. They’ll also conduct a physical examination of the affected area and pay close attention to your spine. Depending on what the chiropractor finds, they may recommend some further tests like X-rays. After the chiropractor better understands your condition, a treatment plan can be made.

Get Back Pain Treatment, Neck Pain Treatment, Shoulder Pain Treatment, and Chiropractic Adjustments from a Chiropractor Near You

If you’re interested in getting a chiropractic adjustment and you’re in the Louisville, KY, area, reach out to us at Dixie Injury & Rehab. We also welcome patients in the Shively, KY, and Dixie, KY, area who need shoulder pain treatment and back pain treatment, as well as relief from various other conditions. Contact us today to learn more and make an appointment. Call us at (502) 447-9554 for back pain treatment, neck pain treatment, shoulder pain treatment, and chiropractic adjustments from a chiropractor near you.