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Activator Methods®

We use one of the most popular “low force” chiropractic techniques in the world.

First the Evaluation

Activator Instrument

Activator Instrument: the hand-held instrument delivers a precise, repeatable force at just the right angle.

We begin by analyzing how well your spine moves. We test how well you turn and bend. While you’re lying face down, we’ll evaluate the length of your legs. This simple procedure can reveal significant differences in leg lengths. Click here to try a simple leg-length home test.

This time-tested protocol tells us if vertebral subluxations exist and their location. It also helps us know when to adjust and when not to adjust.

The Adjusting Instrument

The Activator Methods® Adjusting Instrument is a handheld spring-loaded tool that delivers a consistent low-force, high-speed thrust.

Because it’s many times faster than adjustments delivered by hand, the body rarely tightens to resist, making adjustments comfortable and effective. It’s also helpful for adjusting elbows, wrists, knees and other joints of the body.

Who can benefit from the Activator Method?

Patients of all ages can enjoy the benefits of an Activator adjustment. Patients with many types of back pain, neck pain, and headaches (both chronic and migraine). Older patients, or those with arthritis, osteoporosis or other bone-weakening conditions find the Activator Method to be especially effective and gentle. The low-force thrust of the Activator Adjusting instrument, and my ability to pinpoint the exact location of the problem through Activator analysis, can relieve a patient’s pain without discomfort. Click the arrow to the left to learn how the Veterans Administration uses the Activator Method to relieve pain & disability.

Dr Buik’s thoughts on the Activator Method Chiropractic Technique -
“I believe when a skilled doctor follows the correct protocols using the Activator Method of Chiropractic, a patient will go from painful body misalignments to their maximum and most effective potential. Below is a testimonial from one of my patients.”