If you have visited our office, you may have seen a small but powerful tool we use called the Integrator. Our pediatric patients affectionately call it the “POGO Stick” because of the way it springs into action. Behind its playful nickname is a highly advanced chiropractic instrument designed to create precise and effective changes in the nervous system without any popping or cracking.
What is the Integrator?
The Integrator is a spring-loaded adjusting instrument originally developed in research settings to deliver safe, specific adjustments to the spine. It was designed to duplicate the exact force and speed of a manual adjustment, but with a level of precision that is hard to match by hand. The result is a gentle, consistent impulse that stimulates the nervous system and helps restore proper communication between the brain and body.
How Does it Work?
The Integrator delivers a quick, targeted impulse to a very specific area of the spine or nervous system where stress or interference is found. This input helps the body release stored tension, unwind stress patterns, and reset the nervous system toward a state of balance.
Because the force is controlled and consistent every time, the Integrator allows us to make highly accurate adjustments without twisting, cracking, or bending the spine.
How We Use it in Our Office
In our office, the Integrator is one of several techniques we use to help patients of all ages, from newborns to expecting moms to older adults. It is especially helpful for:
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Kids: Gentle enough for newborns and highly effective for toddlers, school-aged children, and teens. The Integrator allows us to help calm and regulate stressed nervous systems in kids who may be experiencing sleep issues, sensory challenges, emotional dysregulation, or focus concerns.
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Pregnancy: Provides gentle, comfortable adjustments to help ease tension in the spine and nervous system without any twisting or heavy pressure. This can help improve comfort, support pelvic balance, and prepare the body for birth.
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Adults: Whether dealing with stress, tension, headaches, or chronic issues, the Integrator helps release nervous system stress without the need for traditional manual techniques if those are not preferred or tolerated.
How It Compares to Other Techniques
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Activator: The Activator is another well-known handheld adjusting tool that delivers a light, quick impulse. While similar in concept, the Integrator is specifically designed for Torque Release Technique and offers an even more consistent, research-backed force and speed. Both are gentle, but the Integrator’s engineering allows for a precise line of drive and depth that is highly effective for nervous-system-focused care.
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Manual Adjustments: Traditional chiropractic adjustments involve using the hands to apply a quick thrust to a joint. Manual adjustments can be highly effective and are used in our office when appropriate. The difference is that the Integrator allows us to deliver that same kind of input in a gentler, more targeted way, making it ideal for sensitive patients, kids, and those who may not want or tolerate manual adjustments.
Why It Is Safe and Effective
The Integrator is safe for all ages because it uses a low-force, controlled approach that is both gentle and precise. It is especially beneficial for people who need chiropractic care that works deeply but comfortably, including newborns, pregnant women, older adults, and anyone nervous about traditional adjustments.
With the Integrator, we can create powerful changes in the nervous system that help the body heal from the inside out, all while keeping care comfortable, specific, and accessible.
At Surpass Chiropractic, our goal is to help your nervous system function at its best so you can live your life to the fullest, no matter your age or stage. If you are curious about the Integrator and how it could help you or your family, we would love to show you firsthand. Call today to schedule your appointment.