Embrace The "Pop"

Are you afraid of hearing the “pop” noise when you get adjusted? Do you cringe when someone “cracks” their knuckles around you? Maybe it’s time to just embrace it. Learn more about what the “pop” is and why you should be happy when you hear it.

When the chiropractor performs and adjustment, often (but not always), you’ll hear a noise that goes with it. It’s called a cavitation. It’s really just the sound of the joint getting freed up for just a fraction of a second. Gas is released and you hear the noise. It also is a good indicator that your spine moved — and that’s a good thing.

If you are using a hands-on chiropractor and never hearing any noise, it’s not to say that you won’t get better. The noise can vary in volume from patient to patient, and from visit to visit. Since the doctor is using the right force in the right direction, you’ll still get results.

I differentiate if for myself. Usually if I’m hearing “clicks,” that means to me that we’re getting some movement, but the joint is not going to stay in the right place for long. Once I start hearing “clunks,” I know that the adjustment will hold longer and the right results are sure to follow.

So, it’s just noise and it means you’re getting better. Why not just embrace the pop?