Chiropractic Table Safety

11:04 14 January 2021

The chiropractic profession today has developed over the years to become one of today's most popular providers of alternative non-traditional treatments for a myriad of neuromuscular conditions such as, but not restricted to, lower back, shoulder, and neck pain. Chiropractic professionals work to relieve pain by adjusting the body's skeletal alignment through the application of controlled forces. Their goal is to restore proper tissue movement which prevents the condition from recurring. The chiropractic table is where these manipulations take place. It consists of a chair that reclines back flat on its back legs. In addition to the chair there are tables or pillows that may be used to further manipulate the body's bones, joints, muscles and ligaments.

 

Best for chiropractic treatment

 

A number of factors are considered when determining which chiropractic table surfaces are best for chiropractic treatment. One of the first factors is hand hygiene. Since chiropractic treatment often uses controlled manipulation of the body's joints and tissues, it is important that patients are able to control their hands throughout the procedure. This includes cleaning the hands before placing the table on the patients and ensuring that the preferred hand hygiene is practiced such as wiping the hands with alcohol or soap after every treatment. Some chiropractors encourage patients to utilize moisturizing cleansers between chiropractic sessions as this helps to keep the skin healthy. Alcohol and other substances should be avoided since they can interfere with the effectiveness of the chiropractic adjustments.

 

Another important factor is the use of sanitized equipment. Many chiropractic tables for sale offer table sanitizing solutions such as germicidal UV sanitizers. These products kill microorganisms and the harmful bacteria that can grow in the office and staff's personal hand sanitation. This can help prevent the transmission of germs and also reduce the risk of infections. Many health care professionals have recommended the use of germicidal UV sanitizers to their patients following consultation.

 

Sanitizing solutions can also be provided by the chiropractic office. All surfaces in the office should be thoroughly cleaned with a germicidal UV sanitizer and then thoroughly rinsed with water. The walls, desks and exam tables should be cleaned with the National Safety Council decontamination solution. Any surface where there are thin layers of subcutaneous fat or skin should also be decontaminated with the solution.

 

When dealing with pathogens on chiropractic tables, it is important to remember the importance of hand hygiene. It is important to wash hands before touching any surface that could potentially come in contact with a patient's body, particularly their spine. Some individuals have been recommended to use nail polish or an alcohol based hand sanitizer when they handle patients. Nail polish is easier to use than an alcohol-based sanitizer but many people find these products to be harsh on the skin. These agents will kill the pathogens, but they will leave a residue that can cause rashes, blistering and in some cases infection.

 

Cleaning techniques for the cDC and the chiropractic table are similar for all surfaces. There are special surfaces available for the purpose and these surfaces need to be sanitized using a germicidal UV sanitizer. These sanitizers kill pathogens, bacteria and mold while still being non-toxic. This makes it easier to clean and keeps the table looking new.

 

The mold and bacteria that can be found on chiropractic treatment tables can be eliminated by proper sterilization procedures. Sterilization of these surfaces is performed by a healthcare professional who has experience in dealing with sterilization methods. These professionals will perform the procedure in a dedicated and sterile environment. All other surfaces in the practice need to be properly cleaned and sanitized before the next client uses the table. This prevents disease, contamination and an infection from spreading.

 

While a chiropractic office can operate a fairly self-sufficient operation if sanitizing and cleaning techniques are followed, other aspects of health care need to be managed by trained individuals in the profession. For example, occupational safety is extremely important when dealing with patients. All staff should be wearing adequate personal protective equipment during patient examinations and procedures. A chiropractic professional needs to be licensed by the appropriate administrative authority and should be well-aware of all applicable health care regulations in his or her state.