Key benefits
- Gentle adjustments with no twisting or cracking
- Precise targeting of a single joint
- Comfortable for kids, seniors, and the nervous
- A safe option when manual care isn't appropriate
- Great for sensitive or fragile areas
- The same goal as manual care: restored motion
A gentler way to adjust
Not everyone wants, or should have, the traditional twist-and-pop adjustment. ArthroStim is a handheld instrument that restores motion to a stuck joint using many small, controlled impulses instead of one larger movement. It's precise, low-force, and for a lot of patients, the technique that finally makes chiropractic feel comfortable.
Why ArthroStim
The instrument delivers around twelve controlled impulses per second, focused on a single joint. That precision lets us target a misalignment without rotating or twisting the spine, ideal for patients who want a gentler approach or have conditions where manual adjustments aren't the right call.
Who it's for
Patients who are nervous about manual adjustments, kids, seniors, anyone with osteoporosis or fragile tissues, and people who simply prefer instrument-based care. We routinely combine it with manual technique when the situation calls for it.
What a session feels like
Most patients describe a light, rhythmic tapping, no cracking and no rotation. We retest your range of motion before and after so both you and we can feel the difference the adjustment made.
How it works
What to expect
Indication check
We confirm ArthroStim is the right tool for the joint and the patient.
Targeted impulses
Short, comfortable application, most patients describe a light tapping sensation.
Pair as needed
We combine it with manual or drop-table technique when that serves you better.
Reassess
We retest range of motion before and after so we know the adjustment took.
Frequently asked
Common questions about arthrostim
Does ArthroStim hurt?
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No, most patients describe it as a gentle, rhythmic tapping. There's no cracking or rotation.
Is it as effective as a manual adjustment?
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For the right cases, absolutely. Both are tools in the same toolkit, we choose based on what your body needs.
Is it safe for children and seniors?
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Yes, that's one of its strengths. The low force and precision make it well suited to growing bodies and fragile tissues alike.
Will I still hear a pop?
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No. The release you sometimes hear with a manual adjustment doesn't happen with ArthroStim, which is exactly why many patients prefer it.
Can I ask for it specifically?
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Of course. If a gentler, instrument-based adjustment would make you more comfortable, just tell us and we'll build your care around it.
