Wednesday 16 November 2011

What is that Popping Sound During a Chiropractic Treatment?

By Dr. Steve Schram


It is not uncommon for patients to experience popping sounds during chiropractic adjustments.

Despite this, many newcomers to the world of adjustments find themselves needlessly worried over the meaning of the sounds produced during the adjustment. These common sound effects are referred to as "osseus" and are caused in the joints of the body's cavity when bubbles pop, leading to the release of gas. In order to treat misalignments, the chiropractor will move the joint of the joint cavity until the joint is in proper alignment.

Despite the alarm that a popping noise can raise, there is every reason to be encouraged when the sound occurs during a chiropractic adjustment. When receiving an adjustment, relax because there is every reason to believe that the discomfort you have been experiencing will soon be alleviated. The popping sound that is heard during an alignment is caused by the process of cavitation which realigns the vertebrae and results in the dissolution of the fluid air bubbles and the release of gas. This procedure decreases both the pain and pressure felt in the body and allows the fluid to fulfill its purpose of maintaining the health of the joint as well as that of the surrounding tissue and muscle.

These types of treatments are capable of curing far more than back pain in patients with alignment issues. Lack of proper alignment can cause pain in many other areas of the body including the knees, wrists, elbows, fingers, and knuckles. In order to prevent excessive friction during bone movement, the joints are covered with a slick material. The synovial fluid, which acts as a lubricant, can sometimes develop air bubbles. The process of cavitation, which again consists of the movement of the joint back into proper alignment, can lead to a loud popping sound which indicates that the joint is now aligned leading to increased mobility and pain relief.

Because all patients and all joints are different, not all spinal or neck adjustments will result in an audible noise. If the synovial fluid does not produce a sound, this does not mean that the procedure was not successful. This only indicates that fewer air bubbles are present in the fluid. Even if no audible noise occurs due to the realignment process, the procedure will surely improve the flow of fluid in the area so as to improve the overall health, function, and feel of your back, neck, and joints. The treatment consists of applying direct, gentle pressure to the troubled joint. Even if a cracking sound is not heard, spinal adjustments can provide both increased movement as well as pain relief to the patient. No more need to experience pain, discomfort, and decreased mobility due to spinal misalignment.




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