Targeted spinal and joint adjustments that restore motion and reduce musculoskeletal tension.
Manual adjustments are precise chiropractic movements that restore normal joint motion and relieve pressure on surrounding tissues. These adjustments can reduce pain, improve flexibility, and support better nervous system function. Our Chiro Brisbane focuses on safe, controlled techniques suited to your body’s needs and comfort.
Manual adjustment is a core chiropractic technique focused on improving joint motion, reducing pain, and restoring natural alignment. It involves applying a controlled, specific force to a joint that is restricted or not moving properly. At Our Chiro Brisbane, manual adjustments are performed with precision and care, using tailored approaches suited to each person’s condition, comfort level, and treatment goals.
Restricted spinal or peripheral joint movement can contribute to stiffness, muscular tension, and nerve irritation. By restoring normal motion, adjustments can help improve mobility, ease pain, and support overall function. Patients often report a sense of release or lightness following treatment, as movement becomes more balanced and fluid.
Manual adjustment may assist with:
Techniques vary depending on the area treated and individual presentation. Our chiropractors use hands-on spinal manipulation, joint mobilisation, or instrument-assisted techniques when appropriate.
At Our Chiro Brisbane, every adjustment is performed within a structured care plan that may also include soft-tissue therapy, exercise rehabilitation, and movement retraining. The goal is to support long-term mobility, comfort, and musculoskeletal health through safe, evidence-informed care.
Manual adjusting is a type of treatment that involves mobilising the joints using gentle specific movements. This is done in order to restore biomechanical function and help the joints move more freely.
Some patients may hear a small popping sound when their joints are being adjusted. This is perfectly normal and is nothing to be concerned about.
This varies from patient to patient depending on their individual case needs. Our chiropractors will develop a treatment plan that is specifically tailored to your condition
No, manual adjusting is not painful. In fact, many patients find it to be quite relaxing.
In most cases, manual adjusting is covered by insurance. However, we recommend that you check with your specific insurance provider to be sure.
There are many benefits to getting manual adjustments, including improved joint function, reduced pain, and increased range of motion.
Manual adjusting is generally safe and effective. However, as with any type of medical treatment, there are always some risks involved. These risks will be discussed with you prior to starting treatment.
The best way to determine if manual adjusting is right for you is to schedule a consultation with one of our chiropractors. During your consultation, we will discuss your specific needs and health goals. We will also perform a physical examination and full medical history to ensure that manual adjusting is safe and appropriate for you.
During your first manual adjusting session, our chiropractor will take a detailed medical history and ask about your symptoms and health goals. A physical examination will also be performed. Once it has been determined that manual adjusting is right for you, the actual treatment will begin.
A typical manual adjusting session takes about15- 30 minutes. However, the length of your session will depend on your individual needs.
There is no special preparation required for manual adjusting. However, we recommend that you wear loose, comfortable clothing so that our chiropractor can easily access the areas that need to be treated. If you are coming from work or don’t have appropriate clothing we have patient gowns that are available to use.
This will be determined on individual patient basis. In some cases, follow-up appointments may be necessary in order to assess your progress and make any necessary adjustments to your treatment.
This also varies from patient to patient and will be determined on an individual basis. In most cases, manual adjusting is a short-term treatment option. However, some patients may require ongoing treatment.
In some cases, other treatments such as massage therapy or physiotherapy may be recommended in addition to manual adjusting. This will be determined on an individual basis. Our clinicians may also do trigger point therapy, dry needling, soft tissue release in conjunction with manual therapy.
The cost of manual adjusting is as per our fee schedule on our website www.ourchiro.com.au or call reception on 07 3257 0399.
Manual adjustment, often called spinal manipulation, is one of the core techniques used in chiropractic care. It involves the controlled application of force to specific joints, most commonly in the spine, to help restore normal motion, alignment, and function. When joints become restricted due to strain, poor posture, or minor injury, they can affect surrounding muscles and nerves, leading to stiffness or discomfort. Manual adjustments aim to address these restrictions and promote smoother, more coordinated movement throughout the body.
During a session, the chiropractor assesses spinal and joint movement through observation and palpation, identifying areas that may not be moving properly. The adjustment itself is delivered with precise, quick pressure, often resulting in a brief “click” or “pop” sound. This sound occurs when gas is released from the joint space, which is a normal and harmless effect. The goal is not the sound itself but the improved mobility and reduced tension that typically follow.
Manual adjustments may help reduce stress on the nervous system, allowing better communication between the brain and body. This can lead to greater ease of movement, improved posture, and a general sense of physical balance. Some people report feeling lighter or more mobile after treatment, while others notice gradual improvements over several visits.
These adjustments can be performed on various parts of the body, including the neck, mid-back, lower back, shoulders, or hips. The approach is always tailored to the individual, taking into account their comfort, condition, and health goals.
While manual adjustments are not intended to diagnose or cure medical conditions, they form a key part of maintaining spinal health. By restoring movement and reducing joint strain, they support the body’s natural ability to move efficiently and function at its best.
Another treatment we offer here, and one chiropractic has become well known for, is manual adjustment, or what many people recognise by the clicking or popping sound during treatment. That sound is called a cavitation. It doesn’t hurt, and it’s not bones breaking. It’s simply gas moving within the joint capsule, similar to when you crack your knuckles.
Adjustments are just one way to restore movement to a joint. Another approach is joint mobilisation, which involves slower, controlled movements of specific joints—such as the wrist or neck—without the cracking sound. This is often used for patients who prefer gentler techniques or have certain medical conditions.
For those needing an even lighter touch, we use a handheld device called an activator. It delivers a small, precise impulse to the joint to help restore proper movement.
None of these methods should cause pain, and all are effective in improving mobility and restoring healthy joint function.
Experience the benefits of precise spinal care. Book your manual adjustment session at Our Chiro Brisbane and start improving your mobility and comfort.
At Our Chiro Brisbane, we prioritize personalized care, ensuring that each patient’s unique health issues, needs, and concerns are addressed with utmost attention. We are committed to delivering tailored treatments that focus on individual well-being, because your health deserves dedicated and thoughtful care.
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