There is provided a system and method for treating a patient by administering a predetermined sequence of adjustments to a patients body. Unlike the unstructured or random application of adjustments used in prior art chiropractic treatments, the treatment sequences and provided for herein unlock function of dysfunctional joint systems in a manner analogous to a combination lock mechanism. Disciplines that may utilize embodiments of the present invention include chiropractic, naturopaths, sports medicine, physical therapy, professional and collegiate trainers, as well as aspects of veterinary medicine. Through applications of the method of the present invention, patients may receive a predetermined number of treatment applications, and have long-lived or substantially permanent results from the treatment without the need for ongoing adjustments to spine or other body structures.
