Although this sounds like an adjustment, in fact all that is happening is that gas is escaping from a joint. This doesn't correct anything and the twisting, turning and bending can even make a joint even more unstable than before. Even Chiropractors need other Chiropractors in order to get adjusted. This is where a thorough case history is crucial. Regardless of what spinal surgery has been performed there is always room for improvement.
Extra care is taken to treat each situation with caution and precision.
This is especially true of the Activator Technique. The adjusting tip is small and the output of force can be lowered. This makes adjustments much easier and safer for all types of patients. Occasionally patients will feel tenderness on the spot where an adjustment is made, but the discomfort is usually very short-lived. For the most part adjustments are pain-free.