|
We use a number of highly-effective adjusting approaches to help improve spinal biomechanics and
reduce nervous system interference. The approach we use is based on our judgment and years of experience.
The primary adjusting techniques we use include:
Diversified Technique
At Church Road Chiropractic Clinic, we use an adjusting style commonly referred to as “Diversified.”
With the subluxation of one or more spinal bones identified, a specific manual thrust is administered.
The direction, speed, depth and angle that are used is the result of years of experience, practice and
a thorough understanding of spinal mechanics.
The energy delivered during the thrust may produce a slight “popping” sound from the shifting of gas
and fluids in the joint. While improving spinal biomechanics can reduce nervous system interferences,
virtually all joints of the body can be adjusted to help restore proper range of motion.
SOT
SOT stands for Sacro Occipital Technique, a chiropractic technique designed to help normalise the relationship
between the pelvis and the head.
The Foundation
The integrity of the spine, and the function of the nervous system it protects, begins with the pelvis. This
foundation is constantly subjected to the pull of gravity. When stability is lost, it produces effects throughout
your body.
The Cranium
Proper control of every cell and tissue of your body is affected by bones of the skull and tension on your spinal
cord. Think of your spinal cord as a string on a harp. Is it flexible and healthy? Or stretched and drawn tight?
Blocking the Spine
We use wedge-shaped devices known as “blocks” to help correct your spine and properly “tune” your nervous system.
By knowing exactly where to position these blocks, we use the weight of your body to make corrections, naturally.
Safe and Comfortable
By using gravity and your own body to effect correction, new healthier patterns of spinal function can result.
Along with safe, consistent results, SOT is known for emphasising patient comfort.
Activator Methods®
We use one of the most popular “low force” chiropractic techniques in the world.
First the Evaluation
We begin by analysing how well your spine moves. We test how well you turn and bend. While you’re lying face down,
we’ll evaluate the length of your legs. This simple procedure can reveal significant differences in leg lengths.
This time-tested protocol tells us if subluxations exist and their location. It also helps us know when to adjust
and when not to adjust.
Activator Instrument: the hand-held instrument delivers a precise, repeatable force at just the right angle.
The Adjusting Instrument
The Activator Methods® Adjusting Instrument is a handheld spring-loaded tool that delivers a consistent low-force,
high-speed thrust.
Because it’s many times faster than adjustments delivered by hand, the body rarely tightens to resist, making
adjustments comfortable and effective. It’s also helpful for adjusting elbows, wrists, knees and other joints
of the body.
The Follow Up
After your adjustment, we retest to make sure changes have been produced. Testing afterwards helps us deliver
high-quality care and high levels of patient satisfaction.
Thompson
The Thompson Technique, developed by Dr. J. Clay Thompson, has evolved into a system of analysis and a way of
adjusting the full spine. The combination produces precise adjustments and high levels of patient comfort.
A System of Analysis
Early chiropractors noticed that subluxations would produce the appearance of a short, or contracted leg.
Using a protocol of comparing leg lengths while the patient turned their head, helped determine whether the
subluxation was in the upper, middle or lower back.
Table
What patients often notice first is our segmental “drop” table. Individual “drop pieces” located along our
table surface, support each area of your spine until the thrust is delivered. Then, each drop-piece gently
gives way, reducing the amount of energy needed to move a specific spinal segment.
Popular and Patented
So unique is this approach, Dr. Thompson was granted a patent in 1955. Since then, because of its precision
and patient results, it is a technique used around the world.
|
