Care
Spinal adjustment
A spinal adjustment is a quick, hands-on movement of a joint in your spine, given after an exam, for adults who train.
It is one part of care, not the whole plan. Your doctor decides after the exam whether it fits, explains the risks, and gives it only if you agree.
A visit
What a visit includes
A talk about your training
Your sport, your week and what you want from care.
An exam and movement check
How your spine and hips move, and where they do not.
The risks, in plain words
Soreness and stiffness are common after an adjustment and usually pass in a day or two. Serious problems are rare, and your doctor explains them before you decide.
The adjustment, if you agree
Only the joints you and your doctor agreed on, and you can say stop at any time.
What to do next
A few notes for the days before your next session or race.
Good to know
Before you book
How long and how often
A visit runs about 30 minutes. Your doctor sets a plan after the exam and does not promise a number of visits.
What we do not claim
We do not claim an adjustment improves performance, or that it replaces your coach, physician or physical therapist.
See a physician first
See a physician first after a hard fall or collision, with a fever and back pain, or with numbness or weakness that is new.
How it is paid
Some plans pay for part of a visit and some do not. The fees page explains how billing works.
How fees work
Questions
Questions about this care
Does it hurt?
A joint may pop and the area may feel sore for a day or two. Tell your doctor what you feel and they will change what they do.
Can I train the same day?
Ask your doctor. It depends on what you do and what was found, and they will tell you what to expect.
Is it safe?
Spinal manipulation has known risks. Soreness is common, and rare serious events, including stroke after neck manipulation, have been reported. Your doctor explains the risks before you decide.
Book a visit
Open until 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday.
- A sudden severe headache or neck pain, dizziness, trouble speaking or seeing, new weakness or numbness, numbness in the groin or saddle area (between the legs and buttocks), or new bladder or bowel trouble needs emergency care now. Call 911 or go to an emergency room.