Chiropractor applying a spinal adjustment to a patient lying face down

A chiropractic adjustment is a therapeutic procedure where a chiropractor uses controlled, sudden force to manipulate specific joints, particularly in the spine, to improve alignment, relieve pain, and enhance physical function. This adjustment aims to correct structural misalignments, reduce nerve irritation, and support the body’s natural ability to heal, often providing relief from back pain, headaches, and other musculoskeletal issues.

Chiropractors apply adjustments using their hands or specialized instruments to deliver a quick, controlled force to a targeted joint. Typically, they position the patient to isolate the joint needing adjustment, then apply pressure in a specific direction to correct alignment or movement issues. The goal is to restore proper alignment, improve joint mobility, and reduce discomfort or nerve irritation. These adjustments are often performed on the spine but can also be applied to other joints, depending on the patient’s condition and needs.

Chiropractor applying a spinal adjustment to a patient lying face down
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Physiotherapy, or physical therapy, is a healthcare practice focused on restoring and maintaining physical function, mobility, and well-being.

A physio can treat issues like muscle and joint pain, sports injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, chronic pain, mobility problems, neurological disorders, respiratory conditions, and work-related injuries.

Physiotherapy procedures include manual therapy, exercises, electrotherapy, ultrasound, hydrotherapy, heat and cold therapy, dry needling, and education to improve mobility, manage pain, and restore function.

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