When you’re dealing with issues like back pain, you might feel like there are no good solutions to deal with your pain. A great option for dealing with back pain and other chronic pain is to see a chiropractor. Spinal manipulation can help relieve tension and pain and there are many different techniques. The activator method is a common technique used by chiropractors to ease your pain and target the cause of an issue. Dr. Scott Shaw at Shaw Chiropractic Center in Richmond, VA, can explain what the activator method is and what you can expect during the process. 

The Activator Method and You 

When you’re dealing with different types of back pain or chronic pain, our chiropractor in Richmond, VA, may recommend the activator method to relieve some of your symptoms. This can help you start functioning normally again and feeling your best. The activator method might sound intimidating but is a great way to ease tension in your spine and find relief from different issues. 

Usually, spinal manipulation is done with the hands to adjust different areas of the spine. The activator method uses a special device to perform adjustments instead. This helps your chiropractor apply safe and rapid low-force thrusts to realign specific areas of the body. This device applies just the right amount of pressure and gives effective results. The device provides quick movements and doesn’t allow the muscles time to resist. 

Your treatment plan will be determined by the severity of your pain and symptoms. You may need one to two sessions a week for six weeks. Our chiropractor will monitor your results during this time and add any additional sessions as needed. 

Contact Our Chiropractor Today 

Find out how you can get relief from your spinal pain. Contact Dr. Scott Shaw at Shaw Chiropractic Center in Richmond, VA, to learn more about the activator method and how it can help you. Call for more information and to schedule an appointment today at (804) 741-3068.