Torque Release Technique (TRT)
TRT is the gentlest and most specific type of chiropractic adjustment possible, as it precisely pinpoints neurological imbalances and helps the body to heal itself.
The history of chiropractic care is rich with a variety of innovative technology, groundbreaking approaches, and revolutionary techniques. One of the most frequently studied techniques is the Torque Release Technique, or TRT. Drs. Anthony and Carissa are highly trained and experienced in the application of TRT adjustments, and consistently undergoes additional training and education to ensure that the best methods are utilized at At Last Chiropractic.
TRT is the gentlest and most specific type of chiropractic adjustment possible, as it precisely pinpoints neurological imbalances and helps the body to heal itself. Our team is consistently seeking out the latest in Torque Release Technique philosophy and practice, and we are happy to educate you on the technique and its benefits so that you can make the best decisions for your health. Regardless of why you’re seeking chiropractic care—whether to improve a current illness, decrease pain, recover from an injury, or simply improve overall health—visiting us at At Last Chiropractic in Lithia is a positive step towards a healthier life.
How Does TRT Work?
Torque Release Technique is unique among chiropractic techniques with its incredibly precise method of adjusting, and is the gentlest adjusting method out there. As with other techniques, TRT is non-invasive, specific, scientific, and drug-free. We use a small instrument called an Integrator to apply gentle adjustments to the spine to correct spinal misalignments. This helps to improve neurological imbalances and regulate the functions of the brain, spinal cord, and body systems, allowing your entire body to function more effectively. This method of adjustment requires no twisting, cracking, or popping, making it the preferred chiropractic technique at At Last Chiropractic.
How Does TRT Improve Your Spine?
TRT adjustments send a slight impulse by apply a gentle pressure to move vertebrae. This moves the nerves and muscles surrounding the spine, allowing them to release tension and encouraging your body to bring your spine back into proper alignment. When your spine is free from misalignments, there are no interruptions in the communication between the brain and body, leading to better long-term health and more effective self-healing capabilities. The Torque Release Technique improves body function as well as overall health, and it can bring about pain relief and discomfort from other illnesses.
Is TRT Safe for Kids and Seniors?
Our chiropractic techniques are safe for people of all ages, and we encourage the entire family to come visit us. With its gentle application, people of all ages can benefit from TRT adjustments, from newborns to the elderly. We use the minimal amount of force necessary in each adjustment, and every adjustment is non-invasive and very specific. We love seeing infants, parents and grandparents in our practice!
How Long Will It Take to Notice the Effects of TRT?
Every individual differs in how quickly their body responds to TRT chiropractic adjustments. Some people will notice immediate results as their body systems restore proper function, while others will need multiple adjustments before they begin experiencing more signs of health. This overall approach to health encourages your body to continue improving tonal balance and self-healing properties even after you finish your visit at At Last Chiropractic.
The Webster Technique
Chiropractic is about reducing restrictions in the physical structure and nervous system so that the body can function the way it’s supposed to, and the same goes for a woman’s body throughout pregnancy. In the absence of tension in the muscles and ligaments of the pelvis and uterus, babies naturally seek to move into optimal birth positioning on their own.
How Does the Webster Technique Work?
The Webster chiropractic adjustment begins the process of realigning the sacrum, which may relieve the pull that creates the tension in the uterus. Once that tension is removed, your baby may be free to follow its instincts and assume its best possible position for birth. This adjustment involves no external forces on the baby directly, and it is very comfortable and extremely safe.
Webster Technique and Breech Position
While chiropractors can’t “turn” breech babies, they can provide a specific and gentle adjustment to a pregnant mother’s spine and pelvis, which can help create more space in the pelvis and uterus for baby to do what baby needs to do – get into the best position for birth, which is head down!
Grostic Upper Cervical
Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care in FishHawk
At our FishHawk office, we specialize in Upper Cervical Chiropractic—a unique and highly focused approach to spinal care. The upper cervical region, located at the top of the spine, plays a critical role in your overall health.
Here’s why this area is so important:
Your brain, which controls every function in your body, exits the skull through an opening at its base. As it exits, it becomes the spinal cord, carrying vital nerve signals throughout your entire body. The very first bone the spinal cord passes through is called the atlas. This tiny bone supports the weight of your head and protects the spinal cord at its most vulnerable point.
The design of the upper neck is no accident. It was made for flexibility—allowing you to move your head in nearly every direction. Unlike the rest of the spine, the upper cervical bones don’t have interlocking joints to hold them tightly in place. While this design gives us incredible range of motion, it also makes the area extremely fragile.
When the body experiences physical or emotional stress, the atlas can shift out of its normal alignment—a condition called a subluxation. Even a small misalignment can cause inflammation and irritation of the nerves passing through this critical area. When nerve signals from the brain are disrupted, the body’s ability to function properly breaks down. This can lead to a wide variety of health issues, including:
- Migraines and headaches
- Vertigo and balance problems
- Neck pain and loss of mobility
- Sleep disturbances
- Digestive problems
- High blood pressure
- Immune system dysfunction
- Low back pain …and much more.
At our FishHawk practice, our Upper Cervical chiropractors focus exclusively on correcting these misalignments. If needed, we take extremely precise x-rays to identify exactly how the atlas has shifted—often measuring down to the millimeter. This detailed analysis allows us to tailor each correction specifically to the patient’s unique needs.
Our goal is simple but powerful: to remove nerve interference so that your body can heal itself naturally. By restoring proper alignment to the upper cervical spine, we help you regain optimal health—without drugs or surgery.