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Spinal adjustment. For the generic approach to manipulation of spinal joints, see Spinal manipulation. A chiropractor performs an adjustment on a patient. Spinal adjustment and chiropractic adjustment are terms used by chiropractors to describe their approaches to spinal manipulation, as well as some osteopaths, who use the term adjustment.
The Activator Method Chiropractic Technique (AMCT) is a chiropractic treatment method and device created by Arlan Fuhr as an alternative to manual manipulation of the spine or extremity joints. The device is categorized as a mechanical force manual assisted (MFMA) instrument which is generally regarded as a softer chiropractic treatment technique.
Activator technique. The Activator Method Chiropractic Technique is a chiropractic treatment method that uses a device created by Arlan Fuhr as an alternative to manual manipulation of the spine or extremity joints. The device is categorized as a mechanical force manual assisted (MFMA) instrument which is generally regarded as a softer ...
Toftness device. The Toftness Radiation Detector is an instrument used by some chiropractors. It was patented by Irwing N. Toftness in 1971, [1] and was banned from use in the United States in 1982. [2] Toftness claimed that it detected electromagnetic radiation emanating from vertebral subluxations (small dislocations). [3]
A treatment table at a chiropractic office. Chiropractors emphasize the conservative management of the neuromusculoskeletal system without the use of medicines or surgery, [54] with special emphasis on the spine. [2] Back and neck pain are the specialties of chiropractic but many chiropractors treat ailments other than musculoskeletal issues. [8]
Inversion therapy. Foldable inversion table, extended and set up for use. Inversion therapy, or simply inversion, is the process of seeking therapeutic benefits from hanging by the legs, ankles, or feet in an inverted angle or entirely upside down. It is a form of spinal traction. [1] Gravity boots are ankle supports designed for inversion ...
Traction (orthopedics) Early Greek traction device, from a Byzantine edition of Galen 's work in the 2nd century AD. ICD-9-CM. 93.4. MeSH. D014143. [ edit on Wikidata] Traction is a set of mechanisms for straightening broken bones or relieving pressure on the spine [1] and skeletal system. There are two types of traction: skin traction and ...
FAFICC [42] Fellow, Academy of Forensic and Industrial Chiropractic Consultants. This degree is bestowed upon Doctors of Chiropractic by an unaccredited organization. FNAMUAP [43] Fellow, National Academy of Manipulation Under Anesthesia Physicians. This degree is bestowed upon Doctors of Chiropractic by an unaccredited organisation.