Table of Contents

Section I: Introduction to the Activator Method 1. History of a Technique System 2. Chiropractic Science: Toward Understanding Spinal Manipulation 3. Variability of Force Magnitude and Force Duration in Manual and Instrument-Based Manipulation Techniques 4. Pain Mechanisms and Control Section II: Clinical Observations and Advanced Assessment Procedures 5. Leg Length Reactivity 6. The Activator Method Analytical Technique Section III: Instrumentation 7. The Activator Method Basic Scan Protocol 8. Additional Tests for the Sacrum, Pelvis, and Related Structures 9. Additional Tests for the Hip and Related Structures 10. Additional Lumbar Tests and Adjustments 11. Additional Tests and Adjustments for the Thoracic Vertebrae and Ribs 12. Additional Tests and Adjustments for the Cervical Spine 13. The Temporomandibular Joint 14. Additional Tests and Adjustments for the Knee and Related Structures 15. Additional Tests and Adjustments for the Foot and Ankle 16. Additional Tests and Adjustments for the Shoulder and Related Structures 17. Additional Tests and Adjustments for the Elbow, Wrist, and Hand Appendix: Activator Quick Notes for Basic and Advanced Protocols Glossary Index