Chiropractic is recognized and regulated in more than 40 countries around the world. It has been a partner of the World Health Organization (WHO) since 1997.
Chiropractic treatment has some similarities with physical therapy, and certain conditions may benefit from being treated with both types of therapy.
What is Chiropractic Adjustment?
A chiropractic adjustment is a therapeutic treatment where a licensed chiropractor uses their hands or special instruments to manipulate joints in your body. Chiropractic treatment often focuses on your spine but may focus on other parts of your body depending on the particular issue you’re dealing with. This treatment is also called spinal manipulation or joint manipulation.
Why is a chiropractic adjustment done?
Chiropractic adjustments focus on alleviating symptoms that affect the musculoskeletal system. This could be to treat aches and pain, muscle stiffness or chronic conditions. Some people choose to get a chiropractic adjustment if they want an alternative form of treatment that doesn’t involve taking prescription medicine.
Benefits of getting a chiropractic adjustment?
- Chiropractic adjustment can help with neck and lower back pain.
- Makes tight muscles loose and improves the strength of the muscle.
- Improves joint mobility, function and health.
- Helps improve posture.
- Speeds up the recovery process.
- Improvement in symptoms of neurological condition.
- Improves nerve system function.
- Strengthens the immune system.
- Increases energy, vitality and improves sleep.
- Improves athletic performance.
- Improves overall health and wellness.
- Side effects of a chiropractic adjustment?
- After a chiropractic adjustment, you may feel tired or sore. Some people might get mild headaches after a chiropractic adjustment.
- These side effects are temporary.
Recovery time for a chiropractic adjustment?
Many people feel almost immediate relief from symptoms after a chiropractic adjustment. After treatment, you might feel sore for 24 hours.
The goal of a chiropractic adjustment is to restore your health over the long term, rather than to relieve your symptoms short term. It might also recommend incorporating stretches and exercises into your daily routine. These long-term tips can help prevent future problems.