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Chiropractic Care:
More Than Just Backs and Bones
Many people think of chiropractic care as simply “cracking backs” or “fixing posture,” but the truth is far more exciting and scientifically grounded.
Chiropractic adjustments don’t just move joints—they influence how your brain and body work together.
Research now shows that adjustments stimulate the nervous system, improve brain function, and enhance your body’s ability to heal, move, and adapt.
A single chiropractic adjustment has been shown to change brain activity in the prefrontal cortex by up to 20%—the area responsible for focus, decision-making, and emotional regulation.
— Haavik et al., 2007–2019 series of neurophysiological studies
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What the research says:
Dr. Heidi Haavik, a chiropractor and neurophysiologist, has led numerous studies showing how chiropractic adjustments impact the brain:
Improved Brain–Body Communication
Adjustments increase activity in areas of the brain responsible for integrating sensory input with motor control. This helps improve coordination, reaction times, and movement precision.
Improved Muscle Strength & Function
Research shows that after a chiropractic adjustment, there’s an immediate increase in muscle strength and decreased fatigue—especially useful for athletes and rehabilitation.
Enhanced Sensorimotor Integration
When the spine moves better, your brain interprets information more clearly. That means better balance, posture, and functional movement.
Regulation of the Autonomic Nervous System
Adjustments can help rebalance the “fight-or-flight” and “rest-and-digest” systems, improving sleep, stress response, and overall wellbeing.
“The spine is not just a mechanical structure—it’s a neurological highway.
Every time you move it, you’re talking to your brain.”— Dr. Heidi Haavik, PhD
Chiropractic Adjustment
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Improved Spinal Joint Motion
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Clearer Sensory Input to the Brain
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Better Movement, Pain Regulation, and Stress Response
How
Chiropractic Affects the Brain
Why
this Matters to You
Reducing mechanical stress on your joints and nervous system
Restoring normal spinal movement and posture
Enhancing your brain’s control over muscles and internal organs
Supporting your body’s ability to heal naturally
Whether you’re recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or simply wanting to function at your best, chiropractic care can help by:
Chiropractic for:
References
Haavik, H., & Murphy, B. (2007–2019). Series of peer-reviewed studies on sensorimotor integration, prefrontal cortex activity, and spinal function. See: haavikresearch.com
Holt et al. (2019). Neurophysiological effects of spinal manipulation: A systematic review. Brain Sci, 9(5), 115.
Descarreaux et al. (2012). Changes in muscle performance following spinal manipulation. J Manipulative Physiol Ther.