If the case is seen as a viable chiropractic case, treatment will involve the use of a highly specialised adjustment. The adjustment is applied to a hypomobile/fixated segment to restore optimal joint movement and to decrease nerve irritation as well as associated muscle spasm.

A study published in 2004 stated that chiropractic care produces superior results with regards to safety, effectiveness, cost effectiveness and patient satisfaction. (British Medical Journal, 19 November 2004: 1-18).