How Do Chiropractors Pop Back?

How Do Chiropractors Pop Back?
This is caused by small pockets of air or bubbles, which are in the fluid that surrounds your joints. When joint tissues are stretched during a chiropractic adjustment, the pockets of air "pop," which creates that cracking sound you hear.

Is it good for a chiropractor to pop your back?

Chiropractic Adjustment in Colchester CT

However, cracking your back only moves the weakest joints, the joints that are compensating for subluxations, or a misaligned vertebrae in your spine. Although it may feel good, repetitive and habitual back cracking can actually be detrimental to your health.

How does a chiropractor pop your lower back?

During the Lower Back Adjustment

You will be asked to lie down on a special table. The chiropractor will manipulate your limbs to stretch your muscles and to stimulate joint release — that's the popping or cracking sound. It's just like cracking your knuckles, but on a larger scale. This is normal and harmless.

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