Chiropractic

Chiropractic care helps reduce pain and disability by 83.2% in pregnancy related lumbopelvic pain

Outcome of pregnancy-related lumbopelvic pain treated according to a diagnosis-based decision rule: a prospective observational cohort study. Murphy DR1, Hurwitz EL, McGovern EE. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2009 Oct;32(8):616-24. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2009.09.002. PubMed Reference Abstract OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to describe the clinical outcomes of patients with pregnancy-related lumbopelvic pain (PRLP) treated according […]

The Mechanisms of Manual Therapy in the Treatment of Musculoskeletal Pain: A Comprehensive Model

Man Ther. Author manuscript; available in PMC 2010 Oct 1. Published in final edited form as: Man Ther. 2009 Oct; 14(5): 531–538. Published online 2008 Nov 21. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2008.09.001 PMCID: PMC2775050 NIHMSID: NIHMS140696 Joel E Bialosky, PT, MS Abstract Prior studies suggest manual therapy (MT) as effective in the treatment of musculoskeletal pain; however, the […]

The short-term effects of thoracic spine thrust manipulation on patients with shoulder impingement syndrome

Manual Therapy August 2009 Volume 14, Issue 4, Pages 375–380 Robert E. Boyle Abstract The study was an exploratory, one group pretest/post-test study, with the objective of investigating the short-term effects of thoracic spine thrust manipulations (TSTMs) on patients with shoulder impingement syndrome (SIS). There is evidence that manual physical therapy that includes TSTM and […]

How orthopedic surgeons view doctors of chiropractic

By Cindy Moser From Both Sides Now: How Orthopedic Surgeons View Doctors of Chiropractic J Amer Chiropr Assoc 2009 Dec;46(9):8-9 Abstract: According to recent research from the Toronto-based Institute for Work & Health (IWH), orthopedic surgeons hold a wide range of attitudes toward chiropractic—from positive to negative—and surgeons at both extremes point to research literature […]

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Obstetric Physicians and Surgeons Encouraged to Consider SMT as a Treatment Option For Back Pain During Pregnancy

Manipulative therapy for pregnancy and related conditions: a systematic review. Khorsan R1, Hawk C, Lisi AJ, Kizhakkeveettil A. Obstet Gynecol Surv. 2009 Jun;64(6):416-27. doi: 10.1097/OGX.0b013e31819f9ddf. Abstract OBJECTIVE: The objective of this review is to evaluate the evidence on the effects of Spinal Manipulative Therapy (SMT) on back pain and other related symptoms during pregnancy. DATA […]

Safety of Chiropractic Interventions: A Systematic Review

Gouveia, Liliana Olim MD Spine: 15 May 2009 – Volume 34 – Issue 11 – pp E405-E413 Abstract Study Design. Systematic review of reported adverse events. Objective. To evaluate the tolerability and safety of chiropractic procedures. Summary of Background Data. Despite the increasing popularity of chiropractic, there are few properly designed prospective controlled trials, and […]

How do doctors get paid?

February 21, 2009 Imagine going to your favorite restaurant. You are greeted at the door by the hostess, who seats you and takes your drink order. You order through your favorite waiter, Andrew, who recommends the special of the day: prime rib with a dinner salad and a chocolate torte for dessert. Soon after, the […]

Risk of Vertebrobasilar Stroke and Chiropractic Care

Results of a Population-Based Case-Control and Case-Crossover Study J. David Cassidy, DC, PhD Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics Volume 32, Issue 2, Supplement , Pages S201-S208, February 2009 Abstract Study Design Population-based, case-control and case-crossover study. Objective To investigate associations between chiropractic visits and vertebrobasilar artery (VBA) stroke and to contrast this with primary […]

The effect of a manual therapy knee protocol on osteoarthritic knee pain

Henry Pollard, BSc J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2008 December; 52(4): 229–242. Abstract Background Knee osteoarthritis is a highly prevalent condition with a significant socioeconomic burden to society. It is known to effect sufferers through pain, loss of function and changes in health related quality of life. Management typically involves pharmacologic and/or exercise based therapy approaches […]

Sympathetic and parasympathetic responses to specific diversified adjustments to chiropractic vertebral subluxations of the cervical and thoracic spine

J Chiropr Med. Sep 2008; 7(3): 86–93. Published online Sep 2, 2008. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2008.04.001 PMCID: PMC2686395 Sympathetic and parasympathetic responses to specific diversified adjustments to chiropractic vertebral subluxations of the cervical and thoracic spine Arlene Welch Abstract Objective The aims of this study were to investigate the response of the autonomic nervous system based upon […]

Sympathetic and parasympathetic responses to specific diversified adjustments to chiropractic vertebral subluxations of the cervical and thoracic spine

J Chiropr Med. 2008 Sep;7(3):86-93. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2008.04.001. Welch A, Boone R. Abstract OBJECTIVE: The aims of this study were to investigate the response of the autonomic nervous system based upon the area of the spine adjusted and to determine if a cervical adjustment elicits a parasympathetic response and if a thoracic adjustment elicits a sympathetic response. METHODS: […]

SMT is unlikely to result in relevant early pain reduction in patients with acute low back pain

A randomised controlled trial of spinal manipulative therapy in acute low back pain P Jüni Ann Rheum Dis 2009;68:1420-1427 doi:10.1136/ard.2008.093757 Published Online First 5 September 2008 Journal Reference Abstract Objective: To determine whether treatment with spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) administered in addition to standard care is associated with clinically relevant early reductions in pain and […]

Adverse Events Following Chiropractic Care for Subjects With Neck or Low-Back Pain: Do The Benefits Outweigh the Risks?

Sidney M. Rubinstein, DC, PhD Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics Volume 31, Issue 6 , Pages 461-464, July 2008 Abstract This synopsis provides an overview of the benign and serious risks associated with chiropractic care for subjects with neck or low-back pain. Most adverse events associated with spinal manipulation are benign and self-limiting. The […]

Adverse Effects of Spinal Manipulative Therapy in Children Younger Than 3 Years

A Retrospective Study in a Chiropractic Teaching Clinic Joyce E. Miller, DC Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics Volume 31, Issue 6 , Pages 419-423, July 2008 Abstract Objective The purpose of this study is to identify any adverse effects to chiropractic care occurring in the pediatric patient and to evaluate the risk of complications […]

Adverse effects of spinal manipulative therapy in children younger than 3 years: a retrospective study in a chiropractic teaching clinic

J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2008 Jul-Aug;31(6):419-23. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2008.06.002. Miller JE1, Benfield K. Abstract OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study is to identify any adverse effects to chiropractic care occurring in the pediatric patient and to evaluate the risk of complications arising in the pediatric patient resulting from chiropractic care. METHODS: A 3-year retrospective study of […]

Effects of Biofreeze and chiropractic adjustments on acute low back pain: a pilot study

John Zhang, MD, PhD Journal of Chiropractic Medicine Volume 7, Issue 2 , Pages 59-65, June 2008 Abstract Objective This randomized controlled study was designed to determine the pain-relieving effect of Biofreeze (Performance Health Inc., Export, PA) body surface application and chiropractic adjustments on subjects with acute low back pain (LBP). Methods The data were […]

Treatment of Neck Pain: Noninvasive Interventions: Results of the Bone and Joint Decade 2000–2010 Task Force on Neck Pain and Its Associated Disorders

Eur Spine J. 2008 Apr; 17(Suppl 1): 123–152. Published online 2008 Mar 4. doi: 10.1007/s00586-008-0631-z PMCID: PMC2271098 Eric L. Hurwitz Abstract Study Design. Best evidence synthesis. Objective. To identify, critically appraise, and synthesize literature from 1980 through 2006 on noninvasive interventions for neck pain and its associated disorders. Summary of Background Data. No comprehensive systematic […]

OIG Advisory Opinion OKs prompt pay discounts

Just to reiterate the actual ruling summary is below…  There’s so much speculation in our profession about what is legal and illegal.  Everybody take 5 seconds and read the rule summary below.  If you’re confused, download the actual rule.  Put it into your patient agreement and be done with the speculation 🙂 1.  The actual […]

OIG Advisory Opinion OKs prompt pay discounts

Baker & Hostetler LLP Susan Feigin Harris, Summer Rohde February 21 2008 The OIG recently issued an Advisory Opinion (No. 08-03) addressing a provider’s proposed arrangement by which it would offer prompt pay discounts in connection with both inpatient and outpatient services to insured patients, including those covered by Medicare and Medicaid. The prompt pay […]