Also, this lack of movement encourages the joint and the discs to wear faster. This deterioration occurs when the fluid within the joint is not able to circulate and keep the joint healthy because the joint isn't moving properly. The discs will become thinned due to lack of proper movement between the two vertebrae and because the weight placed on the vertebra is unequal from side to side. By correcting these subluxations Chiropractors not only improve movement of the spine, which helps the spine to stay healthy, but also relieves irritation to the nervous system. Some specialize in certain injuries, like work or auto accidents.
Chiropractors also adjust the spine using different techniques.
Dr. Hanson uses one of the gentlest and specific techniques, called the Activator Technique. The Activator Technique is leading the profession in research, and is considered one of the lowest force techniques available. It is very gentle, very effective and very safe. An activator is a hand-held device that is used to deliver a controlled thrust in a very specific and controlled way. The activator is used to correct vertebral subluxations by unlocking the joints between two vertebrae.