Instrument Adjustment
Not everyone wants a hands-on adjustment, and not every case calls for one. The Activator and Impulse instruments deliver a low-force, precise adjustment with no twisting and no manual thrust.
Each instrument is a small handheld tool that gives a quick, light impulse to a specific spot. It moves the joint without the stretch or rotation of a manual adjustment. The force is gentle and measured, which makes it a good fit for older patients, for people with certain conditions, and for anyone who prefers a softer approach.
The Activator and Impulse are two of the most studied instrument methods in chiropractic. The adjustment is fast, specific, and comfortable, and it targets the exact joint that needs to move.
We reach for the instrument when a low-force approach fits your body and your preference. There is no one-size-fits-all in the office. The tool follows the patient, not the other way around.
More chiropractic modalities
Manual adjustment
Myofascial release
Vibracussor therapy
Interferential therapy
Intersegmental traction
Ultrasound therapy
All chiropractic care
Common questions
Is instrument adjustment as effective as manual?
For many conditions, yes. It moves the joint with a measured, low force instead of a manual thrust, and it targets the same spot.
Who is it good for?
Anyone who prefers a gentle approach, along with older patients and people with conditions where a low-force method fits better.
Does it involve any twisting?
No. The instrument delivers a quick, light impulse to one spot, with no rotation or stretch.
Call 704-663-2010 or schedule online.
