Instrument-Assisted Chiropractic Adjusting in Winston-Salem
Not every chiropractic adjustment has to be performed entirely by hand. At Erickson Clinic of Chiropractic, instrument-assisted adjusting provides another way to deliver an adjustment, with the depth and strength of the impulse adapted to what is needed.
Another Tool for Chiropractic Adjusting
Instrument-assisted adjusting is one of the chiropractic techniques Dr. Erickson uses alongside hands-on methods. He works with several adjusting instruments, including Impulse® and Activator® instruments as well as the Erconia adjustor.
The Erconia adjustor delivers impulses that can vary in both depth and strength. Depending on the situation, the setting can range from very gentle to a deeper, more forceful impulse.
Adjusting the Approach to the Patient
One advantage of having different chiropractic techniques and instruments available is the ability to vary the approach. Some patients may need a very gentle adjustment, while others, such as a larger athlete, may call for greater depth or force.
The same flexibility may be useful when patients come in with different concerns. Someone experiencing neck pain, low back pain, or headaches, for example, may have different examination findings and needs. Dr. Erickson can determine whether an instrument-assisted adjustment, a hands-on technique, or another approach may be appropriate based on what he finds.
Different Methods With a Common Goal
Whether an adjustment is performed by hand or with an instrument, the focus remains on addressing the spinal finding identified during the examination.
Dr. Erickson has training in 14 different chiropractic adjusting techniques, and instrument-assisted adjusting is one of them. Having different approaches available allows him to determine how he wants to address the findings in front of him rather than relying on one method for every adjustment.
Find an Approach That Fits Your Care
If you’re curious about instrument-assisted adjusting or the different chiropractic techniques available to you, our chiropractor can start by examining your spine and discussing the approach that may be considered. Contact Erickson Clinic of Chiropractic today to schedule your visit.