What Is An Adjustment? 
Dr. Aardema has selected a few techniques from hundreds of adjusting methods and has become expert in their delivery. When the 24 bones that protect the spinal cord lose their normal position or motion, delicate nerve tissue can become choked or irritated. If a thorough examination reveals malfunctioning areas of the spine, chiropractic adjustments are recommended to help correct the malfunction. A chiropractic adjustment is the use of a specific force in a precise direction, applied to a joint that is fixated, "locked up" or not moving properly. Adjustments help return the bones to a more normal position or motion, relieving pain and ill health. There are hundreds of ways to adjust the spine. Dr. Aardema usually uses her hands or a specially designed instrument to deliver a brief and highly accurate thrust. After years of training, each doctor has selected a variety of methods and become skilled in their delivery. Regardless of the technique used, each chiropractic adjustment is tailored to the patient’s age, size and unique spinal problem. Dr. Aardema uses Torque Release, Activator, Gonstead and Diversified techniques. Her adjustments are gentle and effective. Adjustments help normalize spinal function and avoid bone and soft tissue degeneration. When nervous system function improves in this way, the body can begin the natural healing process.