(303) 683-5060 • 4185 E Wildcat Reserve Pkwy, Ste 220 • Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 • Map
Types of Treatment
1. Chiropractic Adjustments:
Adjustments are manual manipulations of the spine and they can be performed in many different ways depending on the patients needs and preferences.
Adjustments are performed to:
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Reduce pain
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Stop muscle spasm
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Reset neurological motor programs in muscles
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Restore proper spinal biomechanics
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Increase motion in injured areas
2. Trigger Point Massage and Myofascial Release Technique:
Trigger point massage and myofascial release technique are specific massage techniques that are applied to individual muscle groups and other soft tissues.
Trigger point massage/Myofascial Release Technique are designed to:
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Reduce pain
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Stop muscle spasm
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Increase blood flow to muscles
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Improve movement of muscles
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Break up muscle "knots"
3. Exercises:
Exercise programs at Pinnacle are done in the office and at home. Each patient will have a specific exercise regimen based on their individual needs.
Exercises are designed to:
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Increase muscle strength
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Increase muscle endurance
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Correct abnormal postures
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Protect the spine from future injuries
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Restore proper spinal biomechanics
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Increase functional capacity of the whole body
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4. Traction:
Traction is done in the office and is an important treatment for long term correction of spinal misalignments.
Traction is designed to:
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Decrease pain
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Permanently improve spinal alignment
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Restores proper spinal biomechanics
Types of Treatment Summary
1. Chiropractic Adjustments
2. Trigger point Massage and Myofascial Release Technique