Motion Palpation (Analysis)

Motion Palpation is a diagnostic technique used by a doctor of chiropractic to locate joint dysfunction within the spinal column and extremities. Specific methods of palpating and measuring mobility of spinal and extremity joints are used before and after adjustments. Motion Analysis/Palpation was created as a system of spinal and extremity joint analysis, which permits an easy examination of the spine in pinpointing the joint fixations and in determining direction and force of adjustment.