Hand Surgery and Rehabilitation Available online 11 October 2016 M.T. Yildizgören Abstract Joint cracking involves a manipulation of the finger joints resulting in an audible crack. This study aimed to determine whether habitual knuckle cracking (KC) leads to an alteration in grip strength and metacarpal head (MH) cartilage thickness. Thirty-five habitual knuckle crackers (cracking their […]
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Authors: Beth E. Fisher, PT, PhD, FAPTA Study Design Controlled laboratory study. Background Joint mobilization and manipulation decrease pain and improve patient function. Yet, the processes underlying these changes are not well understood. Measures of corticospinal excitability provide insight into potential mechanisms mediated by the central nervous system. Objectives To investigate the differential effects of […]
Cervicothoracic Manual Therapy Plus Exercise Therapy Versus Exercise Therapy Alone in the Management of Individuals With Shoulder Pain: A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial Authors: Paul E. Mintken, DPT Study Design Multicenter randomized controlled trial. Background Cervicothoracic manual therapy has been shown to improve pain and disability in individuals with shoulder pain, but the incremental effects […]
Anthony L. Rosner, PhD, LLD Journal of Chiropractic Humanities Abstract Objective The purpose of this article is to propose a focused assessment of the identity of chiropractic and its profession, triangulating multiple viewpoints converging upon various aspects and definitions of neurology, manual medicine, and alternative or mainstream medicine. Discussion Over 120 years since its inception, […]
Our profession is positioned to play a leading role in helping Americans take advantage of non-pharmacological pain management — and the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP) is empowering YOU and every doctor of chiropractic (DC) to lead the discussion in your states and cities. Our landmark positioning paper, “Chiropractic: A Safer Strategy Than Opioids,” is […]
Authors: Carol A. Courtney, PT, PhD Published: Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2016 Volume:46 Issue:3 Pages:168–176 DOI:10.2519/jospt.2016.6259 Study Design An experimental laboratory study with a repeated-measures crossover design. Background Treatment effects of joint mobilization may occur in part by decreasing excitability of central nociceptive pathways. Impaired conditioned pain modulation (CPM) has been found […]
J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2016 May; 39(4):267-78. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2016.02.003. Epub 2016 Apr 2. Holt KR1, Haavik H2, Lee AC3, Murphy B4, Elley CR5. Author information Abstract OBJECTIVE: This study assessed whether 12 weeks of chiropractic care was effective in improving sensorimotor function associated with fall risk, compared with no intervention, in community-dwelling older adults living […]
Spinal manipulative therapy, Graston technique® and placebo for non-specific thoracic spine pain: a randomised controlled trial Amy L. Crothers, Simon D. French, Jeff J. Hebert and Bruce F. WalkerEmail author Chiropractic & Manual Therapies201624:16 Abstract Background Few controlled trials have assessed the efficacy of spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) for thoracic spine pain. No high quality […]
Effect of Spinal Manipulation of Upper Cervical Vertebrae on Blood Pressure: Results of a Pilot Sham-Controlled Trial Christine M. Goertz, DC, PhD Abstract Objective The purpose of this pilot sham-controlled clinical trial was to estimate the treatment effect and safety of toggle recoil spinal manipulation for blood pressure management. Methods Fifty-one participants with prehypertension or […]
JMPT May 2016Volume 39, Issue 4, Pages 240–251 Variations in Patterns of Utilization and Charges for the Care of Neck Pain in North Carolina, 2000 to 2009: A Statewide Claims’ Data Analysis Eric L. Hurwitz, DC, PhD Abstract Objectives The purpose of the study was to compare utilization and charges generated by medical doctors (MD), […]
May 6, 2016 Allison Worrall VIDEO OF CHIROPRACTOR TREATING A 4 DAY OLD INFANT The Victorian Health Minister has called for urgent action against rogue chiropractors amid outrage over the manipulation of babies’ spines. Doctors have led a chorus of concern about the safety and efficacy of chiropractic procedures after a video surfaced online showing […]
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2016 May;46(5):391-8. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2016.6366. Epub 2016 Apr 6. Walston Z, Yake D. Abstract Study Design Case series. Background Low back pain (LBP) is an increasing problem in health care. The evidence for the use of spinal manipulative therapy to treat pediatric patients with LBP is minimal. The treatment of pediatrics […]
Lumbar Thrust Manipulation and Exercise for the Treatment of Mechanical Low Back Pain in Adolescents: A Case Series Authors: Zachary Walston, PT, DPT, CSCS Study Design Case series. Background Low back pain (LBP) is an increasing problem in health care. The evidence for the use of spinal manipulative therapy to treat pediatric patients with LBP […]
Markham Heid For back or neck pain, probably. But watch out for those who oversell their abilities. In the world of medicine, chiropractic, which seeks to treat musculoskeletal injuries, seems to hover in that gray area between standard health care—the type you’d receive at a hospital or from a physician—and acupuncturists, massage therapists and other […]
Authors: Gabriela Natália Ferracini, PT, MD Study Design Case-control study. Background Previous studies have assessed forward head posture in patients with migraine using photographs. To date, no study has compared postural differences using both radiographs and photographs. Objective To determine the differences in head extension posture between women with migraine and healthy women assessed with […]