Techniques are the various methods by which a chiropractor gives his or her adjustments. At Spine Care Of Saratoga we use many techniques to fit the patients needs. This is preferred rather than doing one technique and hoping all patients will benefit from your style. Our techniques vary from the gentle "Activator Method" to more physical forms such as "Diversified" and "Gonstead".

"Cox-Flexion/Distraction" is another favorite technique for the lower and middle back. This technique uses a special table to stretch and move the joints of the lumbar and thoracic spines, and boy does it feel great.

Attention also needs to be paid to the muscle groups, so "Myofascial Release Technique" and "Active Release Technique" are used to treat things such as spasms, hypertonicity, and myofascial trigger points. Many chiropractors neglect soft tissue issues to speed up your treatment time and see more patients. Muscle issues go "hand in hand" with joint issues so proper attention needs to be given to them.

Other treatments are available to compliment the chiropractic adjustments. Moist Heat and sometimes Ice Packs can be used to relax sore muscles, ease pain, promote blood flow, and/or reduce swelling. Electric Muscle Stimulation is another useful tool before or after the chiropractic treatments.

Our office also has an "Aqua Jet Hydro-Massage" table to promote relaxation and blood flow to the back and neck. It feels great and is always available to all of our patients.