What Can Drop Table Technique Treat?

The "drop technique" is a chiropractic method known as the "drop table technique" or "drop piece technique," introduced in the 1950s by Dr. J. Clay Thompson.

The drop table technique provides a controlled and precise adjustment while minimizing the force applied to the patient's body. It can be suitable for individuals who prefer a gentler approach to chiropractic care, especially those uncomfortable with traditional manual adjustments. Like manual chiropractic adjustments, this technique can help the following:

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How Drop Table Technique Works

Drop Technique is a low-force technique in which you will lie face down on the specially designed chiropractic table with different segments that can be elevated and then dropped. This dropping action provides a rapid but gentle adjustment force to guide the bones of your spine into the correct position and help relieve pressure on the spine's nerves.

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The treatment varies from patient to patient as some may notice a change after the first adjustment, while some may have to take several sessions for improvements.

If you have pain related to the spine, the Drop Technique may help you. You may contact Foothill Family Chiropractic at (909) 596-1038 to learn more about the technique.

Drop Table Technique FAQs

The table sections drop a fraction of an inch just as adjustment force is applied, reducing the force needed from the chiropractor. This creates a gentle yet effective joint mobilization that many patients prefer at Foothill Family Chiropractic in La Verne.

We use pelvic drops for lumbar adjustments, thoracic drops for mid-back, and cervical drops for neck issues. Each section can be tension-adjusted based on patient size and condition requirements.

Seniors, pregnant patients, those with acute pain, and individuals apprehensive about traditional adjustments often prefer this method. The reduced force makes it suitable for fragile or sensitive conditions.

The dropping action allows more specific joint focus with less generalized force. This can improve accuracy when addressing individual spinal segments without affecting adjacent areas unnecessarily.

Beyond standard chiropractic training, chiropractors learn specific patient positioning, table tension settings, and force vector combinations. Mastery involves coordinating hand placement with table drop timing.

We adjust spring tension based on patient weight, muscle tone, and condition acuity. Lighter settings for delicate patients, firmer for athletic builds—all calibrated during initial assessment at our La Verne chiropractic center.

Pelvic imbalances, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, and conditions requiring gentle repetitive mobilization often show good response. The method's adaptability makes it useful for various joint stability issues.

We frequently combine it with complementary soft tissue work, therapeutic exercises, and lifestyle recommendations. The table serves as one component of comprehensive care plans addressing multiple aspects of musculoskeletal health.

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