About This Practice

Gentle Chiropractic Salt Lake City provides precise, low-force chiropractic care in downtown Salt Lake City, serving the Avenues neighborhood and surrounding areas.

Dr. Jonathan Leusden focuses on careful assessment and neutral-position adjustments designed to reduce inflammation, improve stability, and help changes hold longer. The goal is fewer visits overall and clear feedback early, so you know whether this approach is right for you.

Gentle, Low-Force Chiropractic Method

This practice uses a light-force chiropractic method called Open Source Technique (OST). Adjustments are performed without cracking, twisting, or end-range joint manipulation.

Why This Approach Matters

• No forceful cracking or popping – Adjustments are precise and gentle
• Neutral-position adjustments – Joints are not forced to end range
• Reduced inflammation – Less tissue trauma means faster recovery
• Better retention – Changes hold longer between visits
• Safe for sensitive conditions – Appropriate for osteoporosis, EDS, hypermobility

By avoiding aggressive techniques, the body is less likely to guard or flare afterward. Many patients prefer this approach because it feels controlled, specific, and easier to recover from.

Specialized Care for Sensitive Conditions

Conditions Commonly Treated

• Neck and back pain
• TMJ disorders, jaw tension, popping, or clenching
• Headaches and migraines
• Disc bulges or herniations
• Sports and overuse injuries
• Hip, knee, shoulder, and extremity pain
• Long-standing issues that never fully resolved
• Scoliosis
• Upper cervical/neck pain
• Thoracic spine and rib pain
• Runner’s knee and sports injuries

What to Expect

First Visit – Free Consultation

The first visit is designed to give you clarity. Most people know quickly whether this approach makes sense for them. The consultation includes:

• Detailed assessment of your condition
• Discussion of whether gentle chiropractic is appropriate
• If appropriate, initial gentle treatment
• Clear expectations about potential outcomes

Treatment Philosophy

• Fewer visits overall – Many patients notice change within 1-3 visits
• No preset plans – Each visit assessed independently
• No contracts or prepaid packages – Care continues only if beneficial
• Straightforward recommendations – If care isn’t appropriate, you’ll be told directly
• Minimal post-treatment soreness – Most patients report little to no discomfort

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you crack or pop the neck or jaw?

No. Adjustments are performed gently, without forceful cracking or twisting, including for TMJ-related concerns.

Is this care appropriate for people with hypermobility or EDS patterns?

Yes. Many patients with joint hypermobility or Ehlers-Danlos syndrome prefer gentle, low-force care that avoids end-range manipulation. Each case is assessed individually, and care is adapted to emphasize stability and precision.

Can you treat patients with osteoporosis?

Yes. The gentle, low-force approach is designed to be safe for patients with osteoporosis and bone density concerns. Neutral-position adjustments avoid forceful manipulation that could pose risks.

Can this approach help with TMJ issues?

Yes. TMJ-related symptoms are often influenced by the jaw, upper neck, cranial structures, and surrounding soft tissue. Care focuses on precision and reducing strain rather than forcing movement, with no cracking or popping.

How many visits will I need?

Many patients notice meaningful change within the first 1 to 3 visits. Care is not continued without benefit. There are no prepaid plans or required schedules.

Will I be sore afterward?

Most patients report little to no soreness. Because forceful techniques are avoided, post-treatment inflammation is uncommon.

Do you accept insurance?

I am an out-of-network provider. Superbills are available for possible reimbursement, and HSA or FSA funds are often usable.

Are you staying in Salt Lake City now that you also practice in Richfield?

Yes. The practice continues in downtown Salt Lake City with the same commitment to patient relationships and professional community. The Richfield office expands access for Central Utah patients.

Ideal for People Who Value Their Time

This care works well for people who:

• Want fewer appointments overall
• Prefer gentle, specific work
• Have sensitive joints, osteoporosis, or hypermobility conditions
• Have had prior injuries or negative chiropractic experiences
• Live or work downtown or in the Avenues
• Want straightforward recommendations without pressure
• Need a practitioner experienced with EDS-type patterns