The Diversified Chiropractic Technique is one of the most widely used and recognized techniques in the chiropractic field. Known for its precision and effectiveness, this hands-on method is designed to improve joint function, relieve pain, and restore proper movement patterns.

At Inspire Chiropractic, we begin each patient's care with a thorough evaluation, including a review of health history and a detailed physical exam. The Diversified Technique utilizes high-velocity, low-amplitude adjustments - commonly referred to as manual adjustments - to realign joints and restore optimal nervous system function.

This technique is safe, specific, and adaptable to a variety of conditions. It is a foundational part of the chiropractic care we provide in Ozark and the surrounding communities of Nixa and Springfield.

Conditions commonly addressed:

• Low back pain and sciatica
• Neck pain and stiffness
• Headaches and migraines
• Joint discomfort and mobility limitations
• Poor posture and movement dysfunction
• Hip, shoulder, and extremity pain

The Activator Methods Chiropractic Technique offers a gentle, low-force alternative to manual adjustments. This technique uses a handheld device called the Activator, which delivers a quick, controlled impulse to specific areas of the spine or extremities.

Because it is so gentle and precise, the Activator Method is especially beneficial for sensitive patients - including infants, children, seniors, and those who prefer a non-manual approach to care.

The method is guided by detailed biomechanical analysis and often includes leg length assessments to pinpoint spinal imbalances, resulting in a technique that is effective, reproducible, and easy to tailor to individual needs.

Ideal for:

• Infants and young children
• Seniors and those with osteoporosis
• Patients who prefer no popping or cracking
• Highly sensitive or acute conditions
• Extremity adjustments (wrists, ankles, shoulders)
• Patients new to chiropractic care

The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment designed to reduce the effects of sacral subluxation and SI joint dysfunction. In doing so, it helps reduce interference to the nervous system and improve pelvic biomechanics - which is especially important during pregnancy.

Our team is Webster Technique certified and members of the International Chiropractic Pediatrics Association (ICPA). We provide prenatal chiropractic care for mothers throughout the Ozark and Springfield area seeking a safer, more comfortable pregnancy and labor.

Webster Technique can help with:

• Pelvic imbalance and sacroiliac dysfunction
• Round ligament pain
• Pubic symphysis dysfunction
• Sciatic pain during pregnancy
• Breech positioning support
• Preparing the pelvis for labor and delivery

The Thompson Technique uses a segmented drop-table that lowers slightly during the chiropractic adjustment. This allows the chiropractor to use a lighter thrust while the table drop assists in moving the joint - resulting in a comfortable, low-force adjustment effective for the full spine and pelvis.

Because the drop mechanism does much of the work, this technique is particularly well-suited for patients who prefer a gentler experience while still receiving a full chiropractic adjustment. It is commonly used for lumbar, thoracic, and pelvic corrections.

Thompson Technique is well-suited for:

• Patients who prefer lower-force adjustments
• Lumbar and pelvic corrections
• Leg length inequality assessment and correction
• Full-spine adjusting
• Patients with muscle guarding or sensitivity

Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT) is a chiropractic method that focuses on the structural relationship between the sacrum (base of the spine) and the occiput (base of the skull). By normalizing this relationship, SOT aims to improve nervous system function and restore whole-body balance.

SOT uses wedge-shaped blocks placed under the pelvis to allow the body's own weight and gravity to correct misalignments gently over time. It is a low-force, highly specific technique that works well for patients who need a structural approach to their care.

SOT addresses:

• Pelvic and spinal structural imbalance
• Cranial and sacral dysfunction
• Chronic low back pain
• Headaches related to structural dysfunction
• Patients seeking a gentle, non-thrust approach