Manual Therapy
Manual therapy is a holistic approach to correcting body imbalances. Chiropractors use manual therapy to relieve pain, relax muscles, restore mobility, and to adjust the spinal column. Often times the area where you experience pain is not the physical source of it. Muscle knots and tension can cause pain somewhere else in the body, making it difficult to pinpoint without the expertise of a professional.
Because chiropractors understand the relationship of trigger points and the actual source of pain, they use their hands rather than machines to manipulate joints, soft tissue, and the spine, with the goal of providing relief. In addition to spinal manipulations, chiropractors might use massage to stimulate blood flow and increase flexibility and mobility. The traction of massage can promote healing while relieving pain and pressure.
Manual chiropractic therapy can be very beneficial in treating a variety of different conditions, including:
- Back pain
- Whiplash
- Sciatica
- Headaches
- Stiffness
Because manual therapies can be very effective in treating general stiffness and pain, a chiropractor can make a significant difference in the quality of your life through repeated treatment sessions.