When these vertebrae are out of place, it has an overall systemic effect from muscular to the central nervous system. Without proper alignment and flow of all nerves and systems in the body from the brain, we can't function at our peak.
An adjustment is often a pressure from the chiropractor utilizing the hands or an instrument to move a vertebrae back into place. This happens with a quick movement and is often without discomfort. You may hear a noise that sounds like you're cracking your knuckles referred to as joint cavitation. It is the release of gases such as oxygen and nitrogen from the joint.
Overall, adjustments are an excellent way to keep the body functioning at its highest level. When the body is in alignment, the body is able to respond and perform as it was designed to.
Dr. Collins uses various techniques, such as Diversified, SOT, Gonstead, and Extremity Adjusting.
INSTRUMENT ADJUSTMENTS
Dr. Collins and thousands of other doctors around the world now use the Impulse Adjusting Instrument in the care of their patients. This patented and FDA registered device was specifically created to deliver gentle and precise chiropractic adjustments to the joints of the spine and extremities to relieve pain and restore function. The Impulse Adjusting Instrument is controlled by micro-computer circuitry hosed within the device that produces a controlled force that chiropractors can use to treat different areas of the body.
Impulse is twice as fast as other adjusting instruments and 100X faster than manual adjustments. The gentle thrust is faster than the body’s tendency to tighten up and resist the adjustment.
Impulse has three different force settings for different parts of the body and to treat patients of all ages.
Dr. Collins utilizes both manual and instrument adjusting, depending on the patients needs, age, and preference.