Discover Whether Low-Force Chiropractic Care Is Right For You.
Not every patient requires—or prefers—a traditional manual adjustment. At Spinal Health Center, we offer a variety of instrument-assisted chiropractic techniques that provide gentle, precise adjustments with little to no twisting, cracking, or force.
Tool-based adjustments are an excellent option for patients of all ages, including children, seniors, individuals with osteoporosis, those experiencing acute pain, or anyone who simply prefers a gentler approach to chiropractic care.
Our goal is to restore proper joint motion, improve nervous system function, and help you move comfortably using the technique that best fits your individual needs.
What Are Low-Force Chiropractic Adjustments?
Tool-based chiropractic adjustments use specialized instruments to deliver controlled, precise forces to specific joints of the body.
Rather than relying on manual thrusts, these instruments allow your chiropractor to provide consistent, accurate adjustments while minimizing unnecessary stress on surrounding tissues.
Every adjustment is customized based on your examination findings and comfort level.
Why Choose a Gentle Tool-Based Adjustment?
Instrument-assisted adjustments may be beneficial for patients who:
- Prefer a gentle approach
- Are uncomfortable with manual twisting or popping
- Have acute pain
- Have arthritis
- Have osteoporosis or decreased bone density
- Are pregnant
- Are children or teenagers
- Are older adults
- Have muscle guarding or significant inflammation
- Have difficulty tolerating traditional manual adjustments
Many patients are surprised by how comfortable and effective these techniques can be.
Our Low-Force Techniques
Activator® Method
The Activator® Method uses a spring-loaded adjusting instrument to deliver a quick, gentle, low-force adjustment to specific joints.
Benefits may include:
- Gentle and comfortable treatment
- Precise adjustments
- Minimal force
- No twisting or sudden movements
- Suitable for patients of all ages
Activator adjustments are commonly used for spinal joints as well as shoulders, hips, knees, wrists, ankles, and other extremities.
ArthroStim® Instrument
The ArthroStim® is an advanced computerized adjusting instrument that delivers rapid, gentle impulses to areas of joint restriction and muscle tension.
The repetitive, controlled impulses help improve joint mobility while remaining comfortable for most patients.
The ArthroStim may be used to treat:
- Neck pain
- Back pain
- Headaches
- Shoulder pain
- Hip pain
- Extremity joint dysfunction
- Muscle tightness
- Joint stiffness
Many patients appreciate the gentle feel of the ArthroStim while still experiencing excellent clinical results.
Instrument-Assisted Extremity Adjustments
Tool-based adjustments aren't limited to the spine.
We also use specialized instruments to evaluate and treat joints throughout the body, including:
- Shoulders
- Elbows
- Wrists
- Hands
- Hips
- Knees
- Ankles
- Feet
Proper joint motion throughout the body plays an important role in overall movement and function.
Our Personalized Approach
No two patients are alike.
After your examination, we'll determine whether a manual adjustment, instrument-assisted adjustment, or a combination of both is most appropriate for your condition.
Treatment recommendations are based on:
- Your diagnosis
- Your health history
- Your comfort level
- Your age
- Your mobility
- Your treatment goals
- Clinical examination findings
We believe the best adjustment is the one that's right for you.
Conditions That May Benefit from Low Force Adjustments
Instrument-assisted chiropractic care may be appropriate for patients experiencing:
- Neck pain
- Back pain
- Headaches
- Sciatica
- Shoulder pain
- Hip pain
- Knee pain
- Joint stiffness
- Arthritis
- Sports injuries
- Muscle strains and sprains
- Pregnancy-related discomfort
- Postural dysfunction
- Extremity joint pain
Every patient receives an individualized evaluation before treatment begins.
Why Choose Spinal Health Center?
At Spinal Health Center, we understand that every patient responds differently to treatment.
That's why we offer multiple adjusting techniques rather than using the same approach for everyone.
We provide:
- Activator® Method adjustments
- ArthroStim® instrument adjustments
- Manual chiropractic adjustments
- Extremity adjusting
- Personalized treatment plans
- Gentle care for all ages
- Evidence-informed clinical decision making
Our mission is to deliver the right adjustment, for the right patient, at the right time.
Schedule Your Chiropractic Evaluation Today
Whether you're looking for a gentle alternative to traditional chiropractic adjustments or simply want personalized care designed around your comfort, we're here to help.
At Spinal Health Center, we combine advanced instrument-assisted technology with individualized treatment plans to help you move better, feel better, and live healthier.
Call today or schedule your appointment online to discover whether tool based chiropractic care is right for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions patients ask before scheduling an appointment.
A tool-based adjustment uses a specialized chiropractic instrument to deliver a precise, controlled force to a joint. These techniques are designed to improve joint mobility while minimizing force and discomfort.
Most patients find instrument-assisted adjustments extremely comfortable. Because very little force is used, many patients who are nervous about chiropractic care prefer this approach.
Usually not. Tool-based adjustments often produce little or no popping sound because they use a controlled, low-force impulse rather than a manual thrust.
Yes. Instrument-assisted chiropractic techniques are widely used by chiropractors and can be an effective option for improving joint motion and addressing musculoskeletal conditions when clinically appropriate.
Neither approach is universally better. The best technique depends on your condition, examination findings, comfort level, and treatment goals. Many patients benefit from a combination of both.
Instrument-assisted adjustments are generally considered safe when performed by a licensed chiropractor following a comprehensive examination. We'll determine which technique is most appropriate for your specific needs.
Yes. Instrument-assisted techniques are commonly used for pediatric patients because they allow for very gentle, age-appropriate adjustments.
Absolutely. Many older adults appreciate the gentle nature of instrument-assisted care, especially if they have arthritis, osteoporosis, or limited mobility.
Yes. Chiropractic care isn't limited to the spine. Instrument-assisted adjustments may also be used to evaluate and treat dysfunction in the shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees, ankles, and feet.
