Chiropractic Adjustments

Precise, Personalized
Adjustments That Last

Not all chiropractic adjustments are the same. Dr. Yager combines computer-guided and manual techniques — tailored to your body, history, and goals — to deliver results that hold.

Dr. James Yager performing a hands-on chiropractic adjustment on a patient
An older patient receiving a gentle, computer-guided adjustment
What Is a Chiropractic Adjustment?

Restore motion. Relieve the nerve. Let the body heal.

An adjustment is a controlled, directed force applied to a spinal joint that has become restricted or misaligned. The goal is simple: restore proper motion, relieve pressure on surrounding nerves and tissue, and let your body's natural healing work unimpeded.

When a joint loses normal motion, muscles tighten, nearby nerves get irritated, and a minor restriction becomes a chronic problem. A well-delivered adjustment interrupts that cycle at the source.

Techniques We Use

The right technique for your body

Dr. Yager selects the technique — or combination — that fits your situation. Most patients are treated primarily with the ProAdjuster, and all receive pre-adjustment muscle work first.

ProAdjuster (Computer-Guided)

Our primary technique. A 7th-generation, FDA-cleared instrument that objectively measures spinal motion and delivers precise, gentle oscillating adjustments — no cracking, no twisting.

Best for: All patients, especially those nervous about manual adjustment, seniors, children, post-surgical, and pregnant patients.

Diversified Technique

The most widely used manual technique. Dr. Yager delivers a precise, high-velocity, low-amplitude thrust to restore motion — the traditional adjustment that may produce a familiar pop (simply gas releasing from the joint).

Best for: Patients who respond well to manual adjustment and prefer a hands-on approach.

Thompson Drop Table

A specialized table with sections that drop slightly during the adjustment, letting Dr. Yager use less force while still achieving excellent joint mobilization. Gentler than Diversified.

Best for: Lower back and pelvic issues, or patients who prefer less applied force.

Soft Tissue & E-Stim Therapy

Before adjusting, our team uses soft-tissue work and electrical stimulation to relax tight muscles, reduce inflammation, and prepare the surrounding tissue for the best result.

Best for: Most patients — pre-adjustment therapy measurably improves outcomes.

A patient being treated with computer-guided chiropractic care
The Goal Isn't the Pop

It's the motion — and it treats more than you'd think

That audible pop is simply nitrogen gas releasing from the joint, like cracking your knuckles. It's harmless and doesn't indicate whether the adjustment worked. What matters is restoring proper joint motion and reducing nerve interference — with or without a sound.

  • Back pain — the #1 reason people seek chiropractic care
  • Neck pain and stiffness
  • Headaches and migraines from the upper cervical spine
  • Sciatica — radiating pain, numbness, or tingling
  • Disc injuries — bulging, herniated, or degenerative
  • Whiplash and other auto accident injuries
  • Sports & work injuries — sprains, strains, and joint dysfunction
  • Maintenance & wellness — keeping a healthy spine healthy
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Your Care Plan

How many adjustments will you need?

The honest answer is: it depends. After your initial assessment, Dr. Yager gives you a clear, honest picture — how many visits, how often, and what milestones to expect.

How long you've had it

Acute conditions treated quickly often resolve faster than chronic patterns present for months or years.

Severity and nature

A simple muscle strain responds differently than a herniated disc or degenerative arthritis.

Age and overall health

Your body's healing capacity plays a role — though the ProAdjuster is effective across all age groups.

Your commitment to care

Consistent appointments early on produce faster, more durable results than sporadic visits.

★★★★★
Best adjustments I've ever had! They take the time to do it right — I always leave feeling loose and so much better.

ProHealth Patient

Find Out Which Adjustment Is Right for You

Dr. Yager will assess your spine and explain exactly what he recommends — and why.

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