What does spinal manipulation do?

Spinal manipulation, also called spinal manipulative therapy or manual therapy, combines moving and jolting joints, massage, exercise, and physical therapy. It's designed to relieve pressure on joints, reduce inflammation, and improve nerve function. It's often used to treat back, neck, shoulder, and headache pain.

What are the benefits of spinal manipulation?

Spinal manipulation is frequently used to treat neck, back, shoulder, and headache pain.

Is spinal manipulation safe?

Spinal manipulation is relatively safe when performed by a trained and licensed practitioner. The most common side effects of spinal manipulation are temporary muscle soreness, stiffness, or a temporary increase in pain.

Spinal Manipulation in Bristol

Spinal Manipulation: Enhancing Mobility and Easing Discomfort

Spinal Manipulation is a service that offers gentle and effective techniques to help restore joint mobility and improve spinal alignment.

Spinal Manipulation

Human movement is dependent on the amount of range of motion (ROM) available in synovial joints. In general, ROM may be limited by 2 anatomical entities: joints and muscles. This technique is aimed at quickly moving a restricted joint into the direction of its restriction in order to improve mobility of that joint. Sometime a click or a pop is heard during this technique, but not always. It is used mostly when other forms of treatment have not mobilised the tissues enough.

However it not only improves joint mobility but also resets muscles surrounding the joint which may have been under too much tension before. Forms of this technique are used by all physical therapists including Chiropractors, Physiotherapists, Osteopaths and sport massage therapists such as myself. It has its uses and is very successful in some cases, but it is not the only form of treatment. The goal of the treatment is to relieve pain and improve physical functioning. Spinal Manipulation has been shown to temporary increase in passive range of motion. Physiological effects on the central nervous system, probably at the segmental level and relaxes the surrounding tissues.

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Side Effects & Risks

Reviews have concluded that spinal manipulation for low-back pain is relatively safe when performed by a trained and licensed practitioner. The most common side effects are generally minor and include feeling tired or temporary soreness. These effects should only last between 24 and 48 hours. Spinal manipulation is also known as High-velocity low amplitude {HVLA) manipulative therapy and as ‘adjustment’ and Grade V mobilisation depending on the professional context.

Our Process

1

Free Consultation

Book a free 15-minute consultation and tell us about your muscle pain. We’ll ask about your medical history and lifestyle to find the source of the problem. If we feel deep tissue massage will help you, we’ll schedule an appointment.

2

Physical Examination

Our professional therapist will examine the problem areas to test the muscle for imbalances. Then we’ll explain our findings and suggest a customised deep tissue massage treatment plan.

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Spinal Manipulation

Our therapist will use a variety of techniques to target specific problems to achieve the desired outcome. Application of deep pressure to the specific muscles will increase blood flow, release tension and relieve pain.

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After Care

We recommend drinking plenty of water after the massage to hydrate and help flush out toxins. We offer advice on some exercises you can do at home between treatments to aid recovery and achieve your desired results.

Why Choose Ben Tolson?

Ben is a highly qualified Bristol massage therapist specialising in a variety of therapies from deep tissue massage to acupuncture. After years of extensive studying and practice, his extensive knowledge allows him to quickly diagnose problems and offer effective treatment.

Our patients rate us 5 stars for our effective treatments, professional service, and clear communication. Check out our testimonials to see what they say about us.

"Back, neck and shoulder really needed a good sort out and Ben has done a brilliant job with his wide range of skills and experiences. Thoroughly recommended"

Sue