Sound
What You Hear
A firm clunk from the table itself as the section drops — that sound is the equipment, not your spine.
Sensation
What You Feel
A short, cushioned drop of about an inch under the area being adjusted. Most people find it gentler than a manual adjustment.
Technique in practice
The setup, shown before it is felt.
How it works
The adjusting table is built in sections. The section under the area being treated is raised slightly and set with a tension matched to your body. When Dr. Palmer applies a quick, light thrust, the section drops about an inch and stops. The table’s movement does part of the work, so less force passes through you.
Who often prefers it
Patients who are nervous about the twisting positions of manual adjusting, pregnant patients, older adults, and anyone who simply prefers a gentler feel. It is one of the options discussed after your exam — never a default.
The sequence
- The table section is raised and its tension set for your body weight.
- You lie face down or on your back; no twisting positions are required.
- Dr. Palmer demonstrates the drop once so the sound is not a surprise.
- A light, quick press engages the drop. It repeats a few times if needed.
Before Treatment
Questions Worth Asking Before Treatment
- 01 Is the drop table an option for my situation?
- 02 Will you demonstrate the table drop before adjusting me?
- 03 How does this compare to a hands-only adjustment for me?