Chiropractic Adjustment in North Conway, NH

Light Force Instrument Adjusting

What is an Arthrostim?

An Arthrostim adjustment is a gentle, instrument-assisted chiropractic technique that uses a high-frequency, low-force mechanical impulse to target specific areas of the spine and joints. The device delivers rapid, controlled movements to realign vertebrae, improve joint mobility, and reduce muscle tension.

Instrument adjusting involves using specialized tools to apply a precise, controlled force to the neurospinal system, typically with less physical force than manual adjustments. Using these light force techniques is great for a variety of people including pediatrics, geriatrics, and anyone who doesn't like hearing the "cracking/popping noise" that occurs with a manual adjustment.

Manual Adjustments

Thompson Drop

The Thompson Drop Technique is a chiropractic adjustment method that utilizes a specially designed table with sections that drop or "release" when pressure is applied.

Gonstead

This technique focuses on the entire spine unlike others. A comprehensive evaluation followed by specific adjustments to correct spinal subluxations that may interfere with the nervous system’s function.

Diversified

Diversified adjusting is a widely used chiropractic technique that involves a variety of manual methods to correct spinal misalignments and improve nervous system function.

Manual adjusting is the most common approach used by chiropractors. A manual adjustment refers to a hands-on technique where a chiropractor applies a quick, controlled force to a joint to improve its alignment, mobility, and restore function to the spine and nervous system.

Flexion Distraction

How does it work?

Flexion Distraction therapy uses a specialized table to perform the treatment. As a patient lays prone (face down), the lower half of the table tilts down which puts the spine into slight flexion. This helps reduce intradiscal pressure and stretch the muscles and ligaments of the back. The treatment follows a rhythmic pattern which pumps the spine and allows nutrients to supply the discs and vertebra.

Who does it help?

The best part about Flexion Distraction is it can help a wide variety of conditions that a patient may currently have. These conditions include:

• Herniated discs/Bulging discs

• Spinal stenosis

• Radiating nerve pain

• Sciatica

• Neck pain

• Low back pain

• Stiffness

What is Flexion Distraction?

Flexion Distraction is a safe and gentle non-force adjustment that alleviates compression of the spine, discs, and nerves.

"90% of the stimulation and nutrition to the brain is generated by movement of the spine"

-Roger Sperry, Nobel Prize for Brain Research

What are the benefits?

This technique has been found to:

• Improve posture

• Widen the spinal canal

• Reduce pressure within the disc

• Increase blood flow and circulation

• Improve range of motion

• Reduce pressure on spinal nerves