The Activator adjusting instrument is a medical instrument used by chiropractors in efforts to alleviate certain types of back problems. The Activator is said to be particularly useful for repairing spinal joint dysfunction.
Function
A chiropractor may use an Activator to make small but even adjustments to a patient's spine. The instrument is designed to administer small, quick, controlled bursts of thrust to the spinal column and its supporting muscles, allowing chiropractors to re-align the spine quickly, easily and precisely.
Benefits
Speed and control are cited as the main benefits of the Activator. Because the Activator's adjustments come so quickly, the manufacturer---Activator Methods---says on its website, the back muscles are far less likely to tense during the adjustment. This is said to make the process less painful and more effective overall. The Activator is also used to isolate and target problem areas.
Considerations
The Activator adjusting instrument is intended for use only by chiropractic doctors who have have been officially certified by Activator Methods. Chiropractors attend seminars to become familiar with the technology, the best way to use it, and methods of practical application.
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