Chiropractic Adjustments For Every Age
Adjustments Built Around Correction, Not Just Relief
At the core of everything we do at ADIO Chiropractic Clinic is the chiropractic adjustment, a hands-on technique designed to restore proper movement and alignment throughout the spine and joints. Rather than offering short-term relief, our adjustments are built to correct the underlying issue causing pain or restriction in the first place.
Dr. Jeffery Stickel and Dr. Luis Amador-Gaxiola provide chiropractic adjustments for patients of every age, from infants just starting out to seniors managing years of wear and tear, adapting technique and pressure to fit each patient's specific needs. Whether you're dealing with an old injury, chronic tension, or general stiffness, an adjustment tailored to your body can make a real difference.
Ready to experience the difference correction-focused care can make? Request an appointment today.
What Happens During A Chiropractic Adjustment
How Chiropractic Adjustments Restore Movement
A chiropractic adjustment applies a controlled, precise amount of force to a joint that isn't moving the way it should. Over time, joints throughout the spine and body can become restricted due to injury, poor posture, repetitive strain, or simply the wear and tear of daily life. When that happens, the surrounding muscles and nerves often compensate, which is frequently where pain, stiffness, and even headaches come from.
By restoring proper motion to the affected joint, adjustments can relieve that compensation pattern and allow the body to function the way it's supposed to. This is the difference between chasing pain wherever it shows up and correcting the actual source of the problem.
Adjustments For Every Stage Of Life
Because every body is different, Dr. Stickel and Dr. Amador-Gaxiola tailor their approach based on age and specific needs:
- Pediatric adjustments use significantly gentler pressure, appropriate for growing bodies, and are often used to support posture and general wellness in kids
- Adult adjustments address the aches, injuries, and restrictions that build up from work, sports, and everyday activity
- Geriatric adjustments use a more conservative, gentler approach that accounts for changes in bone density and joint flexibility that come with age
No matter your age or activity level, there's a version of chiropractic care built around what your body needs right now.
Conditions Chiropractic Adjustments Can Help
Chiropractic adjustments are often the foundation of a treatment plan, and we frequently recommend them for patients managing:
- Back pain, whether from an old injury or general wear and tear
- Neck pain related to posture, tension, or restricted movement
- Headaches and migraines linked to tension in the neck and upper back
- Sciatica, when nerve irritation is connected to spinal misalignment
- Recovery from auto injuries, work injuries, and sports injuries
For joint pain outside the spine, such as the shoulders, knees, or jaw, we also offer extremity adjustments as a complementary, joint-specific technique.
What To Expect At Your Visit
Your first visit will start with a conversation about your symptoms, health history, and goals, along with a physical evaluation to identify areas of restriction. From there, Dr. Stickel or Dr. Amador-Gaxiola will walk you through what they're finding and what a treatment plan might look like.
Adjustments themselves are quick, typically taking just a few minutes, though the evaluation and conversation around them often take longer, especially at your first visit. Many patients notice improved mobility and reduced discomfort right away, though lasting correction usually builds over a series of visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a chiropractic adjustment?
A chiropractic adjustment is a controlled, hands-on technique that restores proper movement to a joint, most often in the spine, that has become restricted or misaligned. The goal is to relieve the compensation patterns and irritation that restricted movement can cause elsewhere in the body.
Are chiropractic adjustments safe?
Chiropractic adjustments are generally safe when performed by a trained provider who evaluates each patient's health history and current condition beforehand. Dr. Stickel and Dr. Amador-Gaxiola adjust their technique and pressure based on age, health history, and specific needs, from pediatric patients to seniors.
What are the different types of chiropractic adjustments?
Techniques vary depending on the patient and the joint being treated. Pediatric adjustments use significantly gentler pressure than those used for adults, while geriatric adjustments are more conservative to account for changes in bone density and flexibility that come with age. For joints outside the spine, we also offer extremity adjustments as a separate, specialized technique.
How do I schedule chiropractic adjustments near me in Des Moines?
Scheduling is simple. Request an appointment online, and our team will follow up quickly to confirm your visit. We look forward to helping you move and feel better.