Diversified Technique — This is the most commonly used technique. The manipulation/adjustment entails a high-velocity, low-amplitude thrust that usually results in a cavitation (popping sound) of a joint. The diversified technique can be used to treat many joints in the body.
Extremity Adjusting — These manipulations include the shoulder, elbow, wrist/hand/finger, hip, knee, ankle/foot/toe. Examples of conditions treated here are: carpal tunnel syndrome, gait, or posture-related problems.
Low Force Instrument Adjusting — Uses a hand-held, spring-loaded instrument-based manipulation protocol. A quicker and lighter force is generated for patients where regular hand adjusting may not be applicable.
Flexion/Distraction — A specific technique that utilizes a special table to traction and flex a spine. This is primarily used to treat upper and lower disc herniations, non-disc spinal disorders, and to increase mobility of spinal joints.
Drop Table — This is a variation of the diversified technique that uses a special table with several segments called drop pieces. These segments can be cocked up, so that when the thrust is delivered, the table drops a bit. This helps assist a thrust while minimizing the force.
