Our Techniques

Dr. Jordan employs a wide range of proven techniques for each individual case. Below, you’ll find a brief explanation of the popular chiropractic techniques we use at our practice.

Diversified Technique, developed by Dr. States of Parker Chiropractic College in Dallas, Texas, is a very gentle form of spinal manipulation.   This technique is very effective in treating headaches, scoliosis, and various other spinal misalignments.

The Gonstead Technique, developed by Dr. Clarance Gonstead, is a very specific form of spinal manipulation.  It is especially effective on pelvic and lumbar spinal misalignments.

The Activator Technique is the most gentle treatment.  It is very specific and effectively used to treat children as well as degenerative changes safely.

The Thompson Technique, developed by Dr. J. Clay Thompson, has evolved into a system of analysis and means of adjusting the spinal cord. The combination produces precise adjustment.

Trigger Point
The primary purpose of Trigger Point Therapy is to reduce the pain that results from hypersensitive muscles. Trigger points are identified by gently pressing on the surface of the skin, sensing the texture of the underlying muscle.

A trigger point is like a knot the size of a pea, buried deep in the muscle tissue. It is made up of lactic acid, a normal byproduct of muscular activity, which sometimes gets trapped in the muscle from physical, chemical or emotional stress.

Drop Table
This technique makes use of specialized drop-piece mechanisms in the table to assist the adjustment. Individual cushions or "drop pieces" located along the table support each area of the spine until the thrust is given. Then, each drop-piece gently gives way, reducing the pressure needed to move a specific spinal segment.

Additional therapies
Our office employs many physical therapy modalities, including ultrasound, electrical muscle stimulation and Cold Laser therapy to complement our other techniques.