Dr. Mandy may find after an assessment that certain joints in the body are not functioning properly and may require a chiropractic adjustment.
An adjustment involves a fast, low-amplitude, gentle force applied by the hands at a specific joint to help restore mobility, decrease muscle spasm and reduce pain.
What Is a Chiropractic Adjustment?
A chiropractic adjustment is a hands-on technique where a chiropractor applies a controlled, targeted force to a specific joint, most often in the spine. This is also referred to as spinal manipulation or a spinal adjustment. The goal is to restore proper joint mobility, reduce pain, and improve your overall function.
Chiropractic adjustments are one of the most well-researched approaches to managing musculoskeletal pain. They can relieve tension in surrounding muscles, reduce nerve irritation, and help your body heal more effectively on its own.
What Conditions Do Chiropractic Adjustments Help?
Chiropractic adjustments at our North Vancouver clinic are commonly used to address:
- Lower back pain and stiffness
- Neck pain and tension headaches
- Shoulder and upper back discomfort
- Hip and pelvis imbalances
- TMJ pain and jaw tension
- Postural issues from extended sitting or desk work
- Sports injuries and repetitive strain
- Prenatal discomfort and postural changes during pregnancy
If you are unsure whether chiropractic care is right for your condition, our team is happy to discuss your symptoms and walk you through your options during a consultation.
Our Approach: Gentle Chiropractic Care for Every Body
We understand that the word "adjustment" can feel intimidating if you have never experienced one before. At Bloom Wellness, our chiropractors are known for their gentle, patient-centred approach to care. We take time to listen, assess your history, and choose the technique that fits you best.
We offer multiple adjustment styles, including:
- Diversified technique (the most widely used manual adjustment)
- Activator method (a low-force instrument-assisted option)
- Drop table techniques for targeted spinal work
- Soft tissue therapy combined with adjustments for a more comprehensive treatment
This flexibility means that whether you are a child, an older adult, a prenatal patient, or someone who simply prefers a lighter touch, we can adapt our care to suit you.
More Ways We Can Support You
Our chiropractic adjustments are one part of a broader approach to your health at Bloom Wellness. Many patients find that combining adjustments with massage therapy produces faster and more lasting results, as our registered massage therapists work closely with our chiropractors to address both joint restrictions and the surrounding soft tissue. We also offer pregnancy and postnatal chiropractic care using modified techniques to reduce lower back and pelvic discomfort, support optimal fetal positioning, and help you recover and regain strength after birth. To explore everything we offer, visit our full chiropractic services page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most patients describe a chiropractic adjustment as a feeling of pressure followed by relief. You may hear a popping sound, which is simply gas releasing from the joint. Many people feel immediate looseness or reduced tension in the treated area, though it is also normal to feel mild soreness for a day or two afterward.
The number of visits varies depending on your condition, how long you have had it, and your personal health goals. Acute issues may resolve in a handful of sessions, while chronic conditions or preventive care may benefit from ongoing treatment. Your chiropractor will discuss a realistic care plan with you after the initial assessment.
Yes. Pediatric chiropractic care uses very gentle, low-force techniques that are appropriate for young patients. Many parents bring their children in for postural concerns, sports injuries, or general wellness care. Our team is experienced in adapting adjustments for patients of all ages.
Yes. TMJ dysfunction, which causes jaw pain, clicking, and tension headaches, often responds well to chiropractic care. We assess the jaw joint alongside the cervical spine, since the two are closely connected. Gentle adjustments combined with soft tissue work can significantly reduce TMJ-related discomfort.
