Abundant Health Chiropractic and Wellness

Chiropractic therapy, also known as chiropractic care or spinal manipulation, is a type of alternative medicine that uses manual manipulation to treat and prevent musculoskeletal disorders, especially of the spine: Treatment A licensed chiropractor uses their hands or a small instrument to apply controlled force to a joint in the body. The goal is to improve spinal motion, correct alignment, and reduce pain. Benefits Chiropractic therapy can help with aching joints or muscle pain, and can help maintain healthy spine and joint function. It can also complement traditional medical care. Types of adjustments Some common chiropractic adjustments include the Diversified Technique, Spinal Mobilization, the Thompson Drop-Table Technique, the Gonstead Adjustment, the Activator Method, Flexion Distraction, and Spinal Decompression. Side effects Less common side effects of chiropractic adjustments include headaches, neck pain, fatigue, and muscle spasms. If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your doctor right away. Chiropractic therapy differs from physical therapy in that it focuses on the whole person, including nutrition, exercise, and stress management, while physical therapy focuses more on joint function.