If you are looking for an explanation of how chiropractic works, this section is for you. The concise scientific explanation for chiropractic is that adjustment directly affects muscle and bone structure by reducing pain and increasing joint movement.

This has a lot to consider, but it explains why some chiropractic patients in Lafayette report improvements in body function. This is not to say that chiropractic can treat the disease, but it does show that some people will see improvement in conditions outside the treatment area.