Definition
Chiropractic adjustment — also called spinal manipulation — involves moving a joint beyond its usual range of motion but not beyond the range of motion the joint is designed to move, anatomically speaking. You often will hear a popping or cracking noise during chiropractic adjustment as the joint is manipulated.

The goal of chiropractic adjustment is to relieve pain and improve your body's physical function. Chiropractic adjustment is performed by a chiropractic doctor; spinal manipulation may be provided by an osteopathic doctor or physical therapist.
Why it's done

Most often people seek chiropractic adjustment as a remedy for pain conditions, including:

* Low back pain
* Neck pain
* Headache

Each year in the United States, 1 in 4 adults experiences low back pain — a condition that can be frustrating and difficult to treat. Low back pain is the main reason why people seek chiropractic care. Research shows that chiropractic adjustment may offer mild to moderate relief from low back pain. In some studies, chiropractic adjustment proved to be as effective as other, more conventional treatments.

Chiropractic care is an outgrowth of belief in these concepts:

* Your body has a natural and powerful ability to heal itself.
* Your body's structure — bones, joints and muscles — and capacity for healthy function are closely intertwined.
* Chiropractic treatment helps balance your body's structure and function and promotes self-healing.

Call today to set up your appointment for an adjustment with Arizona Spinal Care located in Scottsdale at 480.513.9580