What Is the Purpose of a Spine Adjustment?

The purpose of a spinal adjustment is to restore motion to restricted joints in the spine and improve the relationship between the spine and nervous system. When spinal joints become stiff or misaligned, they can cause pain, inflammation, and interfere with how the body moves and functions.

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Adjustments help the spine move more freely, reduce pressure on surrounding muscles and nerves, and support better posture and body mechanics.

How Do Chiropractors Perform Spine Adjustments?

Spinal adjustments involve applying a quick, gentle, and targeted force to a specific joint in the spine. This force is designed to improve joint movement and reduce built-up tension.

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Chiropractors may use their hands or tools like the Activator instrument or a drop-table to deliver adjustments. Some adjustments create a natural “popping” sound, which is simply gas being released from the joint, not bones cracking.

Are Spinal Adjustments Safe?

Yes, spinal adjustments are considered safe when performed by a trained and registered chiropractor. Chiropractic care is a regulated health profession in New Zealand, and our chiropractors at Advantage Chiropractic use modern, evidence-based techniques suited to your individual needs.

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Adjustments are not one-size-fits-all. We tailor every approach based on your age, condition, and preferences to ensure your comfort and safety at all times.

Conditions Spine Adjustments Can Help Treat

Chiropractic adjustments are commonly used to treat a wide range of musculoskeletal and nervous system issues. These include:

• Lower back pain

• Neck pain and stiffness

• Tension headaches and migraines

• Sciatica or nerve-related pain

• Shoulder or rib joint restriction

• Postural imbalances

• Chronic spinal tension

• Discomfort from injury, work, or sport

If your condition is injury-related, your adjustment may be ACC-covered. We can handle the claim process in-clinic.

Who Can Benefit From Spine Adjustments?

Spine adjustments are suitable for people of all ages and lifestyles. At Advantage Chiropractic, we regularly adjust:

• Children and teens with growing posture or scoliosis concerns

• Pregnant and postnatal women with spinal or pelvic strain

• Adults with desk-based tension or physical work injuries

• Seniors seeking gentle relief from stiffness or imbalance

• Athletes and active people looking to optimise performance

• Anyone seeking to improve posture, alignment, and movement

Benefits of Regular Chiropractic Adjustments

Spinal adjustments are more than just pain relief. With consistent care, many patients report:

• Increased spinal mobility and flexibility

• Fewer headaches or migraines

• Better posture and physical balance

• Reduced nerve irritation or inflammation

• Improved nervous system function

• A sense of calm, relief, and physical ease

Our Chiropractic Adjustment Techniques

Our chiropractors use a range of modern adjustment methods to suit your body and condition, including but not limited to:

• Manual spinal adjustments (Diversified technique)

• Activator method (low-force instrument-based)

• Drop-table adjustments for pelvis and lumbar areas

• Cervical adjustments for neck tension and headaches

• Gentle adjustments for children, seniors, and sensitive cases

Before any adjustment, we explain what will happen, answer your questions, and ensure you’re completely comfortable.

Why Choose Advantage Chiropractic for Adjustments?

Advantage Chiropractic is trusted by thousands across Auckland for safe, effective, and personalised spine care. With clinics in North Shore, Henderson, and Albany, we make chiropractic care accessible, convenient, and results-driven.

We offer:

• A large and experienced team of chiropractors

• ACC-covered appointments with in-clinic claim lodgement

• Southern Cross EasyClaim for fast insurance processing

• Internal referrals to physiotherapy, acupuncture, and more

• Care plans tailored to your lifestyle, goals, and injury history

Whether you're seeking pain relief, injury recovery, or proactive spinal health, our team is here to help.