Our Chiropractic Techniques

We use a number of highly-effective adjusting approaches to help improve spinal biomechanics and reduce nervous system interference. The approach we use is based on our judgment and years of experience.

The primary adjusting techniques we use include:

Diversified

After identifying which spinal bones have lost their normal motion or position, a specific manual thrust is administered to free up “stuck” joints... read more»

Thompson

Thompson Terminal Point technique is a system of analysis and a special table that reduces the amount of energy needed to adjust your spine. read more»

Gonstead

Named for its developer, we conduct a thorough evaluation using full spine X-rays and a heat-sensing instrument for accurate adjustments... read more»

Activator Methods®

This is a system of spinal evaluation combined with a handheld adjusting instrument that delivers a consistent, low-force thrust... read more»

Pierce

Instead of single thrusts, we'll use a handheld instrument to deliver a series of rapid taps to just the right places along your spine. read more»

Extremities

While many health problems can be traced to the spine, wrists, elbows, shoulders, knees other joints of the body can be helped. read more»

Laser

This high-tech tool produces light in the red portion of the spectrum, which has been shown to assist in the healing of soft tissues. read more»

Webster

By releasing the stress on a pregnant woman's pelvis, the uterus and surrounding ligaments relax, permitting the baby to turn naturally. read more»

Foot Levelers

Problems in your feet can create compensatory problems in back and neck. These custom orthotics can make a dramatic difference. read more»

Massage

Massage therapy provides hands-on treatment which consists of mechanical manipulation of the soft tissues in the body such as muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissue. Properly administered this may help hasten healing, increase metabolism, increase the activity of the circulatory system and the lymphatic system. It can also serve to relax and refresh muscles, relieve pain and help maintain healthy skin.

Massage therapy has the additional benefit of serving to calm the nervous system, promoting a sense of relaxation and renewed energy, and assisting in reducing tension and relieving fatigue.

If you’ve been to a chiropractor before and prefer to be adjusted in a particular way, let Dr. Pennell know. We want you to relax, enjoy and fully benefit from your chiropractic care. Ready to make an appointment? Give our Cranberry Township chiropractic office a call today.