Chiropractic Adjustments (manipulations) are designed to restore function to the spine, alleviate pain and support the body’s ability to heal itself. You may be asked to lay on a special table, where Dr. Mason does the spinal adjustments. (similar to a massage table) Adjustments are customized for each patient depending on age and exam findings. Some adjustments require an instrument while others are performed by hand (manual adjustments). It is not common to feel pain during adjustments, and most patients feel an increase in energy immediately. 10-15% of patients experience muscle soreness comparable to an exercise workout due to changes in the spine’s musculature.