Thousands of people every year suffer from pain for which they seek chiropractic care.
Chiropractic treatment uses a combination of therapies.
The treatment most unique to chiropractic is spinal manipulation or adjustment. The purpose of the manipulations is to improve joint function and motion, relieve pain, and reduce inflammation. Chiropractic care may also include physiotherapies such as heat or cold applications, massage, muscle stimulation, ultrasound, and others. Rest and exercise may also be prescribed. In most cases, there are things you can do to help yourself.