OUR TECHNIQUE
If you have been to multiple chiropractors in the past chances are that you have seen some variations in the way in which you were adjusted. In chiropractic there are over 200 different techniques that chiropractors use to deliver an adjustment. Dr. Matt is trained and certified in a few of the most gentle and effective techniques in chiropractic today. He utilizes the techniques of TRT, Activator, Thompson, Full-spine, and also Webster technique for pregnant mommas. All of these techniques focus on treating the nervous system, removing any interference in the spine, and most importantly giving the most effective and specific adjustments possible.
TORQUE RELEASE TECHNIQUE (TRT)
TRT provides members of all ages with some of the most gentle and reproducible chiropractic adjustments available. We utilize this technique to find the root cause of health concerns; and because of that, we get to see life changing results daily. TRT is the first chiropractic technique of the new millennium and was designed as part of scientific research into the health benefits of chiropractic. It is a mixture of the top systems of chiropractic assessment and care. Research published in one of the most respected psychiatry journals showed dramatically increased success in reducing anxiety and depression levels, as well as improved measurements of well-being when TRT chiropractic adjustments were received. TRT is perfect for removing nerve interference in a gentle and specific way, perfect for individuals who do not like the popping and cracking that could occur in other styles of adjustments. For TRT the instrument that is used is the Integrator. The Integrator was the first FDA-approved Chiropractic adjusting instrument. It was created out of a research study that looked to produce the same precise adjustment each time with reliability between different examiners.
ACTIVATOR
The activator is a device that may at first seem very similar to the integrator function very differently. Where the integrator for TRT fires just ones with a torque element, the activator can be fired many times in a row and applies a strictly A-P adjustment. This technique and tool allows for Dr. Matt to help bypass any muscle tension that may be present in the spine. By doing this it helps to break down the muscle adhesions that are present and to relax the muscles, which in turns allows for a more effective adjustment. The activator is the most popular adjusting tool used around the world.
THOMPSON & FULL SPINE
The Thompson technique is a very gentle adjusting technique that combines the full spine adjusting method with a specialized table that has drop components to it. The adjustment style is a bit more traditional in terms of using the hands to deliver a proper adjustment helping to restore function to the spine. The Thompson portion combines the original full spine adjusting style with a drop piece mainly used for the pelvis for additional comfort and effectiveness with the adjustment. This is very important because the pelvis is viewed as the foundation of the spine and just like in a home, if the foundation is not right then the rest of the structure will not be as well. When the pelvis or foundation is out of alignment it can cause improper biomechanics up the spine similar to scoliosis to compensate for the misalignment. The improper biomechanics can also be seen going down the spine as well in the form of improper gait and could cause hip, knee, or ankle pains. So with the drop piece in the pelvis we are able to provide gentle yet very effective chiropractic adjustments.