The Activator Technique is a type of chiropractic manipulation that utilizes a specialized tool called the Activator Instrument. Much like a pen, the Activator Instrument features a spring-loaded design, which is ideal for delivering a controlled amount of force to particular points of the body using only a simple “click” from your chiropractor.
What Is the Purpose of the Activator Technique?
The primary goal of the Activator Instrument is to adjust the spine without the need for more intense muscle manipulation from your chiropractor.
Many patients become tense during an adjustment, making it more difficult for the muscles to relax and allow the spine to move as desired. The Activator Instrument is incredibly quick, which helps to make the adjustment before the patient’s body even has time to constrict itself.
Another major benefit to this device is that it limits the amount of pressure delivered to the body. This helps to avoid any patient discomfort that may be felt during a manual manipulation.
Who Is Best Suited for the Activator Technique?
Both of the aforementioned advantages associated with the Activator Instrument make this technique very useful for both pediatric and geriatric patients. With young children and adults it is critical to not exert too much force to the spine, and geriatric patients are often very limited in their mobility, making traditional movements and body placements very difficult for them.
Of course, the Activator Technique can also be implemented on regular adults who experience problems with standard chiropractic treatments.
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Sources:
https://www.spine-health.com/treatment/chiropractic/activator-method-chiropractic-technique