Joint Manipulation

posted September 24th, 2009 by admin. Filed Under Services.

Manipulation is performed to correct a dysfunctional joint and increase its range of motion.  The majority of manipulation is done to the spine but can be performed to any joint in the body such as hip, wrist, shoulder, etc.  Manipulation should be performed with only as little force as is required.  It is a subtle, gentle and controlled procedure that can be performed on nearly every injured joint in the body in various ways.  Manipulative procedures range from very gentle, non-force mobilizations to more intense adjustments in which audible sounds are heard.  Not all manipulation procedures are appropriate for all patients or conditions.  Proper diagnosis is important to determine what will work best for the individual situation.