Content Reviewed by: Dr. Nathan Servey, D.C. on November 2, 2026
Minnesota Chiropractic License Number: 6295 (NPI: 1932647294)

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What Is a Chiropractic Adjustment?

A chiropractic adjustment is a specific, controlled movement applied to a restricted joint to restore normal motion and support clear nervous system communication. Most adjustments target the spine, where joint restriction can place pressure on nerves and alter how the brain and body communicate with each other.

The nervous system governs every function in the body. When spinal joints lose their normal range of motion, surrounding muscles and nerves often react with pain, stiffness, or reduced function. Restoring movement to the affected segment allows the nervous system to operate with less interference.

At Power of Life Chiropractic and Holistic Health, we assess nervous system function using Insight infrared thermography and muscle EMG before selecting the right technique for each patient. We use TRT, Activator, drop-table, and manual adjusting methods, so care is always matched to the individual rather than applied as a one-size protocol.

What Chiropractic Care Can Help With

Chiropractic care supports a range of health goals depending on what’s driving your symptoms and how your case has been evaluated.

Pain reduction.

Adjustments reduce mechanical pressure on irritated joints and nerves, which often decreases back pain, neck pain, and radiating symptoms. Many patients notice changes in pain intensity within the first several visits.

Improved mobility and flexibility.

Restoring motion to restricted spinal and extremity joints can reduce stiffness and improve the range of movement needed for daily activity, exercise, and work. Patients often find tasks that were difficult become manageable as care progresses.

Nerve symptom relief.

When a restricted joint or disc is compressing a spinal nerve, adjustments may reduce that pressure and ease symptoms such as tingling, numbness, or radiating pain into the arms or legs.

Recovery from injury.

Chiropractic care is commonly used after motor vehicle accidents, sports injuries, and workplace incidents to restore spinal mechanics, reduce inflammation, and support the healing process alongside other conservative care.

Prenatal and pediatric support.

Webster-certified adjustments during pregnancy support pelvic alignment and reduce musculoskeletal tension. Gentle ICPA-certified care for infants and children addresses structural concerns that develop during delivery and early growth.

Long-term wellness maintenance.

Patients who have resolved an acute condition often continue with periodic adjustments to maintain spinal function, prevent recurrence, and support overall nervous system health over time.

Chiropractic Care for Back Pain, Neck Pain, Sciatica, and Headaches

Chiropractic care is most effective for conditions rooted in joint restriction, disc involvement, or nerve irritation along the spine and extremities. Each condition below may benefit from chiropractic evaluation when the clinical findings confirm it is an appropriate part of the care plan.

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Back Pain

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Neck Pain

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Disc Problems

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Headaches & Migraines

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Sciatica

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Who Should See a Chiropractor?

Chiropractic care is typically considered for patients dealing with spinal or joint-related symptoms that are limiting daily function, affecting sleep, or failing to respond to rest and medication alone. Many patients come in after months or years of managing symptoms without addressing the underlying mechanical cause.

A good fit for care at our clinic includes patients with low back pain or disc-related discomfort including sciatica, neck pain with or without arm radiation, recurring headaches with a cervical component, joint restriction from a sports or auto injury, prenatal musculoskeletal discomfort, and infants or children with developmental or wellness concerns.

Patients involved in motor vehicle accidents and workers’ compensation cases are also well served here. We work directly with personal injury and WC coverage and can discuss your situation before your first visit.

The nervous system controls how your body regulates itself — digestion, hormonal balance, sleep, energy, and your response to stress all run through it. When spinal restriction interferes with that communication, the effects can reach well beyond pain and stiffness. Our chiropractic care is focused on removing that interference so your nervous system can do its job and your body can regulate the way it’s built to. For concerns with a stronger nutritional or systemic component, our Functional Medicine and Nutrition Response Testing services work alongside chiropractic care to address the root.

If you are not sure whether chiropractic care is appropriate for your situation, a complimentary consultation will give you an honest answer before any exam fee is involved.

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Chiropractic Adjustment Techniques We Use

Every care plan begins with an objective assessment. Before selecting the right technique for you, we use Insight Infrared Thermography to map nerve activity along the spine and muscle EMG to evaluate how surrounding muscles are responding. That data guides both technique selection and the structure of the care plan so your care is matched to you rather than applied as a one-size protocol.

Spinal Adjustment

We use TRT, Activator, drop-table, and manual techniques depending on your findings, comfort level, and presentation. Low-force methods are available if you’re sensitive to force, as well as for children and prenatal care.

Extremity Adjusting

Dr. Nathan Servey, D.C., is certified in the Charette protocol for extremity adjusting, addressing the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, and ankle when joint restriction in a limb contributes to the patient’s symptoms.

Intersegmental Traction

Intersegmental traction is used as a supportive component of many care plans to relax spinal muscles, restore flexibility between vertebrae, and improve circulation in the disc spaces.

Custom Orthotics

When foot and gait mechanics are contributing to spinal loading or joint stress, custom orthotics may be incorporated into the care plan to correct the mechanical foundation.

Process

What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Visit

We want your first appointment to feel predictable, thorough, and easy to follow.

Step 01
Step 1: Complimentary Consultation

When you call or book online, we respond promptly and help you schedule. Before you arrive, we set clear expectations so you know what the visit will involve. Your first step is an in-person clinical history with the chiropractor at no cost.

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Step 2: Intake and Conversation

Your consultation starts with listening. We take time to understand your symptoms, history, concerns, and goals so we have a complete picture of what is actually affecting you, not just where the pain is.

Step 03
Step 3: Examination and Assessment

When chiropractic care is recommended, we schedule a $99 comprehensive examination. This includes Insight thermography, muscle EMG testing, and a physical and orthopedic evaluation designed to identify the root cause of your symptoms.

Step 04
Step 4: Report of Findings and Care Plan

We walk you through what we found in plain language. You receive a clear explanation of your condition, a custom care plan, and complete answers to your questions before any commitment is made.

Step 05
Step 5: First Treatment

If it makes sense to begin care that day and you are ready, we can start. Your first session is adapted to your findings and comfort. If your case calls for a different next step first, we will explain that clearly.

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Testimonials

What Our Patients Are Saying

Patients from across Victoria and the southwest metro trust Power of Life Chiropractic and Holistic Health with their chiropractic care.

Services

Related Chiropractic Services at Power of Life

Chiropractic care at Power of Life often works alongside other services depending on your health goals and findings. Patients managing disc injuries or back pain frequently benefit from Intersegmental Traction as a supporting therapy. Those with whole-body or nutritional health concerns may combine chiropractic with Functional Medicine. Pregnant patients are supported through Pregnancy Care, and families with young children access Pediatric Care at the same clinic.

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Functional Medicine

Nutrition Response Testing and personalized nutritional protocols to find the root cause of chronic health concerns.

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Pediatric Care

Gentle, ICPA-certified chiropractic for infants and children at every developmental stage.

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Pregnancy Care

Webster-certified prenatal chiropractic to support pelvic alignment and comfort throughout every trimester.

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Wellness Care

Maintenance and preventative care plans that keep the spine and nervous system functioning well over time.

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Intersegmental Traction

A therapy that gently mobilizes the spine to relax tight muscles, restore flexibility, and improve circulation between vertebrae.

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Chiropractor Near Victoria, Waconia, Chaska, and Chanhassen

Power of Life Chiropractic and Holistic Health is located at 1700 Stieger Lake Ln, Victoria, MN 55386. We provide chiropractic care for patients from Victoria and surrounding communities, including Waconia, Chaska, Chanhassen, Minnetrista, and Carver.

Team

Meet The Team

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Dr. Kandace Johnson, D.C.

Owner, Chiropractor & NRT Practitioner

Dr. Kandace Johnson is a Partner and the founder of Power of Life Chiropractic and Holistic Health. She realized, through her own health challenge (IBS & Migraines) that finding the CAUSE to symptoms is the most effective approach to healing.

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Dr. Nathan Servey, D.C

Owner & Chiropractor

Dr. Nathan Servey is an owner and partner at Power of Life and a graduate of Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington, where he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree.

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Sources and Clinical References

The references below support the definition, evidence, safety, and Minnesota regulatory context for chiropractic care. Claims are limited to musculoskeletal conditions and should remain patient-specific.

Source: NCCIH: Spinal Manipulation: What You Need To Know — Supports: spinal manipulation definitions, evidence for selected low back pain, neck pain, headache, and sciatica presentations, and safety considerations.

Source: Mayo Clinic: Chiropractic Adjustment — Supports: patient-friendly adjustment definitions, common musculoskeletal uses, treatment expectations, contraindications, and rare risks.

Source: BMJ / PubMed: Benefits and Harms of Spinal Manipulative Therapy for Chronic Low Back Pain — Supports: condition-specific evidence for chronic low back pain; it should not be generalized to non-musculoskeletal disease.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About Chiropractic Adjustments

What does a chiropractic adjustment feel like?

Most patients feel a brief, controlled movement followed by a sense of release or reduced tension. Some hear a popping sound, which is simply gas releasing from joint fluid. TRT and Activator adjustments are low-force and produce no audible sound.

How long does a chiropractic visit take?

The complimentary consultation is typically 20 to 30 minutes. A comprehensive examination takes 45 to 60 minutes. Follow-up adjustment visits are generally 15 to 30 minutes depending on your care plan.

How many visits will I need?

That depends on your specific findings, how long the problem has been present, and your health goals. We explain our full recommendation at the report of findings, with no obligation before that conversation.

Do you offer gentle techniques for patients who are nervous about adjustments?

Yes. TRT and Activator are both low-force options that work without spinal rotation or an audible pop. We discuss your comfort preferences at the consultation and choose the approach that is right for you.

Do you adjust shoulders, knees, and other joints?

Yes. Dr. Servey is certified in the Charette protocol for extremity adjusting, which covers the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle, and foot. Extremity involvement is assessed during your examination and addressed when relevant to your care.

Is chiropractic care covered by insurance?

We do not bill standard health insurance directly. We accept HSA and FSA cards, credit card, check, and cash, and provide itemized receipts for potential reimbursement. Motor vehicle accident and workers’ compensation cases are handled through PI and WC coverage.

Book a Chiropractor in Victoria, MN

Pain that keeps returning deserves a proper evaluation, not another round of temporary management. A complimentary consultation at Power of Life Chiropractic and Holistic Health gives you a direct conversation with one of our doctors, an honest assessment of what is driving your symptoms, and a clear recommendation before any cost is involved. Call (952) 443-9000 or book online.