Dobson Bay Chiropractic

One of the primary techniques used by Doctors of Chiropractic (D.C.) is "spinal adjustment", also known as a "chiropractic adjustment". In fact, chiropractors are renowned as experts who specialize in performing spinal adjustments. The term "adjustment" refers to the physical adjustment of the spinal vertebrae. The goal of such spinal adjustment is to reduce vertebral subluxation and return the spine to a more natural state of health. The word subluxation is derived from the latin terms Sub ("less than" or "slight") and Luxate ("to dislocate" or "be misaligned"). Accordingly, vertebral subluxation means the slight dislocation or misalignment of the spinal vertebrae.

When a patient has a subluxation, chiropractic adjustment can be used to correct the misalignment, which in turn helps enhance joint mobility, reduce pain, reduce muscle spasm, and reduce nerve irritation or impingement. Chiropractic adjustment is a highly refined skill acquired during years of intensive training. The technique involves the manual application of a controlled force into the spinal vertebrae which have become misaligned and hypomobile (limited in their range of motion). This procedure corrects vertebral alignment and is often accompanied by a clicking sound. While this sound might surprise first time chiropractic patients, it is merely the audible release of gas from within the spinal joints.

Furthermore, the procedure rarely causes discomfort or pain. In fact, many patients report a sense of immediate relief associated with the chiropractic adjustment and often note positive changes in their symptoms shortly after receiving treatment. If discomfort is experienced it is typically minor and resolves within a matter of days.

To achieve optimal results patients may receive several adjustments over multiple chiropractic visits. In addition to chiropractic adjustments, the care plan may also include massage and functional restoration exercises.

Massage helps you relax, re-align, and rejuvenate. Massage also has health advantages that can positively influence your physical and mental well-being. That is what makes massage so amazing: while it feels like a pampering indulgence, it is also a form of personal care that can have meaningful therapeutic benefits.

Furthermore, using massage to relieve stress at consistent intervals can contribute to your ongoing health, youth preservation, and longevity. For all these reasons and more, we encourage you to consider regularly scheduled massage appointments as a necessary component of your wellness plan. Work with us to establish a treatment schedule that suites your long-term goals for a more balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.

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