A manipulation is a small quick movement at the end of range of movement of the spine, rib or sacro-iliac joint used to provide a stretch to help restore normal movement, and is characterised by the joint “clicking” It can also be called an adjustment.

It is used to provide a localised stretch to a region of the spine to help restore movement.

Your physiotherapist will discuss with you whether a manipulation is an appropriate treatment modality for your injury.

If a manipulation is appropriate your physiotherapist will discuss the procedure with you and go through any testing to ensure it is undertaken in a safe and effective manner.

While undergraduate training teaches manipulation techniques, Bay Physiotherapy also has Physiotherapists with post graduate qualifications in Manipulative Physiotherapy.