Practically speaking, chiropractors are primarily concerned with locating and treating vertebral subluxations (misalignments) and to help develop strategies to improve your spinal health.
Using a number of highly refined skills, the chiropractor checks each individuals spine for the presence of vertebral subluxations. If detected, the chiropractor will generally apply a gentle force in a corrective manner to the affected spinal area.
Chiropractors use many techniques to identify and treat subluxations and to optimise overall health. In addition to spinal adjustive techniques, relevant soft tissue techniques are used and dietary /lifestyle modification programs are commonly employed where appropriate.