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What Is a Chiropractic Adjustment?

A chiropractic adjustment, also called spinal manipulation, involves a quick and controlled movement to a specific joint — typically in the spine, but also in the hips, shoulders, or extremities when needed. This helps:

• Realign joints that are restricted or misaligned

• Improve nervous system communication

• Relieve muscle tension and joint stiffness

• Reduce pain and inflammation

• Enhance mobility and posture

You may hear a “pop” or “crack” during the adjustment — this is simply gas being released from the joint, similar to cracking your knuckles, and is usually painless.

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Conditions Chiropractic Adjustments Help With

Chiropractic care is effective for more than just back pain. Some of the most common reasons patients seek adjustments include:

• Neck pain and tension

• Headaches or migraines

• Sciatica and radiating leg pain

• Shoulder or hip mobility issues

• Sports or workplace injuries

• Postural strain from long hours at a desk

We don’t just treat symptoms — we focus on the root cause of your discomfort and build a plan to correct it.

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Is Chiropractic Safe?

Yes — chiropractic adjustments are widely recognized as one of the safest drug-free, non-invasive therapies available. At our Clairemont office, we tailor each adjustment to your age, body type, and comfort level.

If you're not a candidate for manual adjustments or prefer a gentler touch, we also offer low force chiropractic techniques like Activator® or SOT® blocking — see our separate page for more information on these gentle methods.