Chiropractic Adjustment (Drop Table Technique)

Overview

If you have pain related to your spine, a drop table adjustment may help. With this therapy, your chiropractor gently moves sections of your spine using a special table. It has sections that can lift up and down slightly.

Adjustment

To start, you lie on a padded table set up to work your spine. The chiropractor may examine your legs for signs that your spine is not aligned properly. For the adjustment, the chiropractor gives a section of your spine a gentle thrust while also slightly dropping the section of the table that's beneath it. This helps guide the bones of your spine into the correct position. An adjustment can relieve pressure on the nerves of your spine.

Safe, Noninvasive Care

Chiropractic adjustment is a safe form of care. It can help relieve many types of pain, and it can help improve your range of motion. You may benefit from a continuing care plan. Your chiropractor can create a plan that is right for your needs.

Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.