Techniques

• Activator Methods®

  • This technique uses a small, hand held instrument, which provides a quick and gentle impulse force to the spine in order to treat back pain, neck pain and headaches.

• Diversified

  • One of the most common techniques that is done by hand along with possibly the assistance of a table or block. This method can cause a popping noise that is typically associated with chiropractic adjustments.

• Spinal Decompression

  •  A therapeutic approach to relieving back pain and/or leg pain in order to stretch the spine by using a traction table. The patient should not feel any type of pain during or after the procedure but may feel a relaxing stretch in the back afterwards.

• EMS

  • Electrical Muscle Stimulation is a procedure to reduce inflammation, muscle
    spasms and back pain. This is achieved by placing electrodes on the skin, and sending
    gentle electrical pulses into the affected soft tissue where the muscle may be tight. This
    procedure cues the body to release endorphins, which eases pain.

• Myofascial Release 

  • A therapy focused on releasing shortness and tightness in the
    muscles. This is a common therapy for patients after losing flexibility or function
    following an injury or after having consistent pain in the back, shoulder, hip, or any area
    containing soft tissue. Also treats Temporo-Mandibular Joint (TMJ) disorder, carpaltunnel syndrome, or possibly fibromyalgia or migraine headaches.

• Thompson Drop

  • This technique involves the patient lying face down on a drop table
    that is adjusted to fit the patient. Dr. Chris will then apply a quick thrust above the drop
    piece of the table, activating the drop piece of the table to lower. This will assist with the
    manipulation of the joint.

• Flexion Distraction 

  • Technique that is typically used to help treat conditions of the
    lumbar spine. This is a non-invasive method to increase spinal motion and to help resolve bulging discs and disc herniation. ​