The Activator Technique: A Top Natural Treatment Option for Herniations and Spinal Misalignments
In the previous Oviedo Injury and Wellness Center blog post, we discussed the difference between a herniation and a spinal misalignment. In this blog, we will talk about why chiropractic care, particularly using the activator device, is considered one of the best natural treatment options available for herniations and misalignments.
To recap the information from our prior blog, spinal misalignments and herniations put pressure on the nerve endings in the spine causing pain. Chiropractic adjustments are a quick procedure that effectively correct misalignments, thus removing the pressure. Once the pressure is removed off the nerve, the pain will be alleviated. This is why chiropractic adjustments are a great treatment choice. There are many different types of chiropractic adjusting methods. One example is called” the manual technique” and another one is instrument adjusting using a device called the Activator, so it is called the “Activator method.”
The manual adjusting method is entirely hands-on and does not use any type of device. Pressure is applied by hand and then thrusted into a patient’s spine or extremities. This pressure then moves vertebrae and causes the “cracking” sound often associated with a chiropractic adjustment. Many times, twisting of the neck or low back is required to perform the adjustment as well. Because the manual technique relies mostly on brute strength, patients may experience discomfort during and/or after their adjustment. Many Oviedo chiropractors use manual adjusting techniques.
Dr. Ressler is a chiropractor in Oviedo that does not use the manual adjusting technique. Instead, Dr. Ressler uses the Activator method in his Oviedo chiropractic office. The Activator method is a gentle technique that is ideal to treat many types of conditions especially herniations and spinal misalignments. The activator technique relies on the mechanism of a spring-loaded hand-held adjusting device called an “Activator.” The Activator instrument is designed to pinpoint and correct the specific disc or joint out of proper placement. It is a gentler and more precise alternative to the manual adjusting method. This is because in the manual technique, multiple discs may be moved at once due to the excessive force. Oviedo Injury and Wellness Center patients often report that they get significant pain relief from the activator method within only a few adjustments.
Because twisting and cracking is widely associated with chiropractic adjustments (manual), sometimes people think that they can adjust themselves by twisting the neck or back. A question that Dr. Ressler gets in his chiropractic Oviedo office is “can I adjust myself?” The short answer that all Oviedo chiropractors will give regardless of their adjusting method is NO! If you are adjusting yourself frequently then this can lead to ligament laxity. Dr. Ressler is a skilled and professional chiropractor in Oviedo. He is board-certified with over 25 years of experience. He tells patients that, “you should NEVER adjust yourself.” Even if you can get your neck or back to make a “popping” sound, it’s most likely not aligning your spine properly. In fact, you may be making your condition worse or causing more damage in the long run. If it was done properly, you would not have to adjust yourself frequently. With proper care the misaligned vertebra is put back into position over time to prevent the patient from getting sore from the procedure. As the misaligned vertebra is returned to the proper position it will remain there. Reasons the vertebral becomes misaligned can be poor posture, repetitive activities, weak muscles, improper lifting etc. The more of these things you do risk the joints being pulled out of position.
Dr. Ressler has the proper education and advanced training to perform a comprehensive exam prior to adjusting a patient. He has the knowledge to determine the specific discs or joints that need to be put back into place. He is also required to take 20 hours of continuing education each year ensuring that he stays up to date with the latest techniques and procedures. Dr. Ressler is extremely proficient in using the activator instrument. He has adjusted thousands of patients in his chiropractic Oviedo clinic. Whether patients are suffering from herniations, spinal misalignments or many other conditions, the activator technique is so effective that they get rapid pain relief and amazing results.
Even though patients rave that they are out of pain so quickly, Dr. Ressler recommends continuing with chiropractic care on a regular basis for its long-term benefits. Regardless of any injury or condition, it is crucial to keep spinal alignment to support general wellness and health. Most Oviedo Injury and Wellness Center patients get an adjustment once every 3 months for maintenance. Most people do multiple physical activities that create minor injuries over time. These accumulate and cause problems if not addressed. That is why every three months is a good way to reset the body/joints. Regular chiropractic adjustments maintain spinal alignment, joint integrity and full range of motion. This will help to prevent a potential injury from occurring in the future.
Our chiropractic clinic in Oviedo, FL has full service with flexible office hours and same day appointments. There are many Oviedo chiropractors to choose from. Choose an experienced chiropractor in Oviedo that uses a gentle chiropractic technique with proven results. The activator method has helped thousands of Dr. Ressler’s chiropractic patients recover from herniations and spinal misalignments. You deserve to live a life free of pain! Don’t put off the care you need another day! Call 407-977-5005 or click here to schedule your appointment today!