Dr. Mckittrick 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.

The Thompson Technique, developed by Dr. J. Clay Thompson, a method of adjustment that involves analyzing the length of the legs.  This technique uses a ‘drop table’ for adjustment, where a gentle thrust is applied to the joints, which in turn, sets the drop piece into motion and targets the specific joint or tissue.  After completing a leg check analysis, your chiropractor will determine the type of misalignment – cervical, pelvic, etc,-  and then adjusts the legs using a combination of multiple thrusts on various joints. produces precise adjustment.

The Gonstead Technique, developed by Dr. Clarence Gonstead, this method is used to treat a variety of conditions. Gonstead chiropractic techniques address all areas of subluxation – the areas where the spine is out of alignment and is causing a pinched nerve.  The Gonstead technique recognizes the misalignments and increases muscle and joint mobility by applying different levels of pressure.

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 Hot and Cold Packs, Intersegmental Traction, and Physical Exercise Programs.