Chiropractic manipulative therapy (CMT) is high-velocity, low-amplitude manipulation of the joint where it releases a gas from the joints, which causes a rush of hormones such as endorphins, dopamine, and others to help with pain in the area.
This therapy can help with:
- Decreasing pain
- increase range of motion
- Decrease local inflammation
- Decreases muscle tension
Techniques we use:
- Diversified
- Gonstead
- Thompson Drops
Activator protocols were created initially to treat pregnant females, infants, children, and the elderly. Today, It can be used for many applications, such as extremity manipulation, and even utilized as a form of trigger point therapy.
This therapy can help with:
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Muscle tension
- Decrease Ribs pain
- TMJ, Sinuses, and Facial Structure
Extremity adjustments are another modality to help with dysfunctions outside of the spine that can cause pain, stiffness, tension, and headaches. It can be related to sports injuries or simple things such as overuse or overtraining.
This therapy can help with:
- Frozen shoulder
- TMJ Disorder
- Knee & Ankle Pain
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Techniques we use:
- Extra-Spinal Adjustments
- Thompson Drops
- Activator Protocols
