That popping sound during a chiropractic adjustment is completely normal — and new research shows the audible "pop" is not required to get great results.
If you've been to a chiropractor in the past, you may have noticed that your chiropractic procedure was associated with a popping sound. This sound is actually quite normal and is created by the negative pressure within the joint resulting in the release of nitrogen gas. In fact, this is what occurs when cracking your knuckles. With certain chiropractic procedures delivered by licensed doctors of chiropractic, this noise is completely normal.
However, there are many times when the popping sound isn't heard. New research performed to evaluate neck pain and the presence of an audible "pop" heard immediately following the chiropractic procedure indicates the lack of an audible "pop" does not necessarily contribute to the reduction of pain or overall effect on the nervous system. In other words, that audible "pop" is not required to get great results!
What Actually Matters in a Chiropractic Adjustment
What matters is the precise, skilled application of force to the correct spinal segment — restoring proper joint motion and reducing nerve interference. At Acacia Chiropractic Clinic, our doctors use proven techniques to deliver results whether or not you hear a pop. Call us at (803) 412-2240 — serving Tega Cay and Fort Mill.
Source: JMPT. Vol. 34, Issue 1. January 2011. Author: ChiroPlanet.com
