What to Expect From a Chiropractic Adjustment Beaverton

Painful conditions can sometimes occur in the musculoskeletal system. When pain strikes, individuals often seek a chiropractic adjustment Beaverton. An adjustment will relieve pain and improve range of motion over time. Knowing what to expect from an adjustment is helpful for assisting people in preparing for their appointment.

What to Expect During a Chiropractic Adjustment

When people are experiencing something new, it is natural for them to be a little nervous. Once a person knows what to expect from spinal manipulation, they will feel peace of mind and be ready for their chiropractic adjustment Beaverton.

First, the individual will relax while they receive a massage and heat therapy. Both of these are instrumental in loosening the muscles so the vertebrae will respond appropriately to the manipulation. Once the muscles are relaxed significantly, the patient is brought to a chiropractic table and will be asked to get into certain positions throughout the adjustment.

The chiropractor uses a controlled thrust that exerts a force on the vertebrae, causing them to move back into their correct positions. The chiropractor will use their hands, the table, and even special tools to create vertebrae movement. Individuals may hear a popping sound as the joints respond. There should be no pain, though some people feel slightly sore after a treatment.

What Happens After Treatment?

Once a person has gone through their spinal manipulation, they are typically instructed to go home and relax. Often, these treatments make a person feel so relaxed they end up falling asleep once they get home.

Most people will need more than one adjustment, especially if they have suffered an injury. It takes time for the soft tissues to heal and respond fully to a chiropractic adjustment Beaverton. Once a person is free of their pain, they will simply need to come in for follow-up maintenance.

Call for an Appointment

Back pain, joint pain, headaches, and neck pain all respond well to chiropractic adjustments. It is important to seek treatment as soon as possible so further damages do not occur to the soft tissues and nerves. Call today to schedule an appointment right away. With treatment, you can find relief from your pain.

Dr. Darren Faherty D.C.

In 2004, Dr. Darren Faherty graduated with a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology from UWEC - University of Wisconsin Eau Claire. Dr. Darren continued education at the highly esteemed University of Western States (formerly Western States Chiropractic College) where he obtained his chiropractic degree in 2007. He has been helping people recover from injuries and return to their normal lifestyles ever since.