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The Activator is becoming an increasingly popular tool for adjusting, especially with children! It delivers a gentle, controlled force to one specific area of the spine at a time, making it a great tool for adjusting all populations. At Rubin Family Chiropractic, we often use the Activator because it is less intimidating and more comfortable for children compared to different manual chiropractic adjustments. 

Studies have shown that the Activator method is effective in managing conditions like spinal pain and joint stiffness in children [1]. Additionally, the versatility and specificity of the Activator makes it perfect for adjusting kids of all ages. Many people are unaware that children can get adjusted and in most cases should get adjusted to improve their health and nerve system function. Research actually indicates that the Activator tool is commonly used for children under five years old, as well as for older children [2]. 

Here at Rubin Family Chiropractic, we know that adjustments not only improve joint function and reduce pain but also influence and reconnect the body to the nervous system, enhancing a child's overall well-being. We often use an Activator to accomplish that. Lots of parents prefer this method of chiropractic for their children because it’s gentle and has good research to prove its safety [3]. The Activator adjusting tool can even be used effectively and safely with a pregnant momma [4].  Activator is a great tool used to correct subluxation in a specific, gentle way for all populations and ages! 

References

[1] Clinical effectiveness of the activator adjusting ... - Chiropractic

[2] Forces of Commonly Used Chiropractic Techniques for Children: A Review ...

[3] Chiropractic Care for Children | Pediatrics - JAMA Network

[4] Journal of Pediatric, Family and Maternal Health