Chiropractic Services & Techniques

Chiropractic Care That Fits You

At Working Body Chiropractic, Dr. Ackerman uses a range of chiropractic techniques to address your specific needs and comfort level. Your care may include precise adjustments, gentle techniques, or soft-tissue work depending on what your body needs.

Our Techniques

Gonstead

Gonstead chiropractic uses a detailed assessment to identify areas of the spine with restricted movement or altered function. Adjustments are specific and focused on the areas being addressed.

Diversified

Diversified is a hands-on technique that uses controlled adjustments to improve spinal and joint mobility. It is one of the most commonly used chiropractic adjustment techniques.

Drop Table

Drop table adjustments use sections of a specially designed table that gently lower during an adjustment. This allows for a controlled technique with less force.

Spring-Loaded Instruments

Spring-loaded adjusting instruments deliver a gentle, targeted impulse to a specific area. This can be an option for patients who prefer an instrument-assisted approach.

Myofascial Release

Myofascial release is a hands-on technique that works with muscles and connective tissue to address areas of tension and restriction. It may be used alongside chiropractic adjustments.

  • Long hours at a computer
  • Prolonged sitting
  • Poor movement patterns
  • Muscle tension
  • Repetitive activities
  • Sports or physical activity
  • Previous injuries
  • Motor vehicle accidents

Whiplash can occur when the head and neck move rapidly back and forth, commonly during a motor vehicle accident.


Some people experience neck stiffness, reduced movement, headaches, or muscle discomfort following an injury. Symptoms can also develop after the initial event.


If you've been involved in an accident, appropriate evaluation is important.

What to Expect

Your first visit begins with a conversation about your concerns, health history, and goals. Dr. Ackerman will assess your movement and spinal function before determining an appropriate approach.


Depending on your needs, care may include:


  • Chiropractic adjustments
  • Drop table techniques
  • Instrument-assisted adjustments
  • Myofascial release
  • Movement recommendations


You don't need to know which technique is right for you. Dr. Ackerman will explain the available options and choose an approach based on your assessment and comfort.

Nervous-System

Centered Care

The Spine and Nervous System

The spine supports and protects the spinal cord, while nerves extend throughout the body to connect the brain, spinal cord, and tissues.


Because the nervous system plays an important role in movement, sensation, coordination, and communication throughout the body, we consider more than just the location of your symptoms.


Dr. Ackerman evaluates spinal movement and overall function to determine where chiropractic care may be beneficial.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What chiropractic techniques does Dr. Ackerman use?

    Dr. Ackerman uses Gonstead, Diversified, drop table, and spring-loaded instrument techniques, along with myofascial release.

  • Is chiropractic care gentle?

    Several gentle approaches are available, including drop table and instrument-assisted techniques. The approach can be adjusted based on your comfort and needs.

  • What is the Gonstead technique?

    Gonstead is a specific chiropractic technique that uses detailed assessment to guide targeted spinal adjustments.

  • What is a drop table adjustment?

    A drop table has sections that gently lower during an adjustment, helping deliver a controlled technique with less force.

  • Do I need to choose a technique?

    No. Dr. Ackerman will assess your needs and discuss the most appropriate approach with you.

Our history

Move Better. Feel Better.

If you're looking for personalized chiropractic care , Working Body Chiropractic is here to help you take the next step.

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