At Mahanidis Chiropractic we use an adjusting style commonly referred to as “Diversified.” A special hand arrangement called a “pisiform contact” is used to deliver a specific thrust at the right place and the right time. With the malposition of one or more spinal bones identified, a specific manual thrust is administered. The direction, speed, depth and angle that are used is the result of years of experience, practice and a thorough understanding of spinal mechanics. The energy delivered during the thrust may produce a slight “popping” sound from the shifting of gas and fluids in the joint. This sound may be interesting, but is not a guide as to the value or effectiveness of the adjustment. While improving spinal biomechanics can reduce nervous system interferences, virtually all joints of the body can be adjusted to help restore proper range of motion. Please keep in mind that all our adjustments are gentle, age appropriate and effective.

Named after its developer, Dr. Clarence Gonstead, this approach came from his engineering background. His “foundation principle” explains how a subluxation pattern in one area of the spine can produce compensatory changes in another. The Gonstead Technique is acknowledged as one of the safest systems of evaluating and caring for the spine. To adjust your lower spine and pelvis, we’ll have you lie on your side. Sometimes you’ll hear a slight “popping” sound that we call cavitation, Sometimes you won’t. Either way, better health is on the way!

We use one of the most popular “low force” chiropractic techniques in the world. The Activator Methods® Adjusting Instrument is a handheld spring-loaded tool that delivers a precise consistent low-force, high-speed thrust. Because it’s many times faster than adjustments delivered by hand, the body rarely tightens to resist, making adjustments comfortable and effective. It’s also helpful for adjusting elbows, wrists, knees and other joints of the body.

The Thompson Technique, developed by Dr. J. Clay Thompson, has evolved into a system of analysis and a way of adjusting the full spine. The combination produces precise adjustments and high levels of patient comfort. Thompson Table provides individual cushions or “drop pieces” located along our table surface, supporting each area of your spine until the thrust is delivered. Then, each drop-piece gently gives way, reducing the amount of energy needed to move a specific spinal segment. So unique is this approach, Dr. Thompson was granted a patent in 1955. Since then, because of its precision and patient results, it is a technique used around the world.