Chiropractic

Validating Chiropractic by Dr. Malik Slosberg

by Malik Schlosberg 120 page PDF Download from October 2010 Validating Chiropractic

Subluxation Reviewed, Revisited, Revitalized

BY MALIK SLOSBERG, DC, MS Our understanding of the biomechanics and neurology of the subluxation continues to evolve as more research is published which helps explain the nature of this lesion. Historically, the subluxation has been at the heart of the identity and purpose of the chiropractic profession. Contemporary models provide new insights into this […]

Who Responds Best To Spinal Manipulation?

JUNE 9, 2019 DRGRABER Not every patient responds the same to Chiropractic adjustments or high velocity, low-amplitude (HVLA) spinal manipulation (SMT). That fact is obvious. However, there are some evidence-based patient characteristics that can predict who will respond better than others. Utilizing the research evidence on responsiveness characteristics to SMT can aid us in making […]

Diverse Role of Biological Plasticity in Low Back Pain and Its Impact on Sensorimotor Control of the Spine

Published: Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2019 Volume:49 Issue:6 Pages:389–401 DOI: 10.2519/jospt.2019.8716 Synopsis Pain is complex. It is no longer acceptable to consider pain solely as a peripheral phenomenon involving activation of nociceptive neurons. The contemporary understanding of pain involves consideration of different underlying pain mechanisms and an increasing awareness of plasticity in […]

Effect of cervical manipulation on vertebral artery and cerebral haemodynamics in patients with chronic neck pain: a crossover randomised controlled trial

Nicholas Moser BMJ Open 2019;9:e025219. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-025219 Abstract Objective It is hypothesised that cervical manipulation may increase the risk of cerebrovascular accidents. We aimed to determine whether cervical spine manipulation is associated with changes in vertebral artery and cerebrovascular haemodynamics measured with MRI compared with neutral neck position and maximum neck rotation in patients with chronic neck pain. […]

Cost analysis related to dose-response of spinal manipulative therapy for chronic low back pain: outcomes from a randomized controlled trial – Full Text

J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2014 Jun;37(5):300-11. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2014.03.002. Cost analysis related to dose-response of spinal manipulative therapy for chronic low back pain: outcomes from a randomized controlled trial. Vavrek DA, Sharma R, Haas M. Abstract OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this analysis is to report the incremental costs and benefits of different doses of spinal manipulative […]

Change in young people’s spine pain following chiropractic care at a publicly funded healthcare facility in Canada

Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2019 May;35:301-307. doi: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2019.03.013. Epub 2019 Mar 16. Manansala C Abstract BACKGROUND: The presence of spinal pain in young people has been established as a risk factor for spinal pain later in life. Recent clinical practice guidelines recommend spinal manipulation (SM), soft tissue therapy, acupuncture, and other modalities that are common […]

Spinal manipulation therapy: is it all about the brain? A current review of the neurophysiological effects of manipulation

Journal of Integrative Medicine Available online 9 May 2019 GilesGyer Abstract Spinal manipulation has been an effective intervention for the management of various musculoskeletal disorders. However, the mechanisms underlying the pain modulatory effects of spinal manipulation remain elusive. Although both biomechanical and neurophysiological phenomena have been thought to play a role in the observed clinical […]

Spinal manipulative therapy and exercise for older adults with chronic low back pain: a randomized clinical trial

Craig Schulz Chiropractic & Manual Therapies 2019 27:21 https://doi.org/10.1186/s12998-019-0243-1© The Author(s). 2019 Received: 2 November 2018 Accepted: 5 March 2019 Published: 15 May 2019 Background Low back pain (LBP) is a common disabling condition in older adults which often limits physical function and diminishes quality of life. Two clinical trials in older adults have shown […]

The Effect of Spinal Mobilization With Leg Movement in Patients With Lumbar Radiculopathy – A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2019 May;100(5):828-836. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2018.11.004. Epub 2018 Dec 3. Kiran Satpute PMID: 30521781 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2018.11.004 Abstract Objectives: To evaluate the effect of spinal mobilization with leg movement (SMWLM) on low back and leg pain intensity, disability, pain centralization, and patient satisfaction in participants with lumbar radiculopathy. Design: A double-blind randomized controlled trial. […]

Immediate and Short Term Effects of Thoracic Spine Manipulation in Patients With Cervical Radiculopathy: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Published: Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2019 Volume:0 Issue:0 Pages:1–36 DOI: 10.2519/jospt.2019.8150 Study Design Multicenter randomized controlled trial. Background Thoracic spine thrust manipulation has been shown to improve patient-rated outcomes for individuals with neck pain. However, there is limited evidence for effectiveness in patients with cervical radiculopathy (CRAD). Objectives To compare the immediate […]

Manipulation and Mobilization for Treating Chronic Nonspecific Neck Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis for an Appropriateness Panel.

Pain Physician. 2019 Mar;22(2):E55-E70. Coulter ID. Abstract BACKGROUND: Mobilization and manipulation therapies are widely used by patients with chronic nonspecific neck pain; however, questions remain around efficacy, dosing, and safety, as well as how these approaches compare to other therapies. OBJECTIVES: Based on published trials, to determine the efficacy, effectiveness, and safety of various mobilization […]

Spinal Manipulative Therapy Effects in Autonomic Regulation and Exercise Performance in Recreational Healthy Athletes

A Randomized Controlled Trial Valenzuela, Pedro L., MSc∗,†; Pancorbo, Sara, MChiro‡; Lucia, Alejandro, MD, PhD§; Germain, Francisco, MD, PhD∗ Spine: May 1, 2019 – Volume 44 – Issue 9 – p 609-614 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002908 Study Design. A randomized, double blind, parallel groups, sham-controlled trial. Objective. The aim of this study was to analyze the acute […]

Change in young people’s spine pain following chiropractic care at a publicly funded healthcare facility in Canada

Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice Volume 35, May 2019, Pages 301-307 Christian Manansala Abstract Background The presence of spinal pain in young people has been established as a risk factor for spinal pain later in life. Recent clinical practice guidelines recommend spinal manipulation (SM), soft tissue therapy, acupuncture, and other modalities that are common treatments […]

Patient-reported improvements of pain, disability, and health-related quality of life following chiropractic care for back pain – A national observational study in Sweden

Jjournal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies April 2019 Volume 23, Issue 2, Pages 241–246 F. Gedin Abstract Background Chiropractic care is a common but not often investigated treatment option for back pain in Sweden. The aim of this study was to explore patient-reported outcomes (PRO) for patients with back pain seeking chiropractic care in Sweden. Methods Prospective […]

Stroke: New Evidence and Our Responsibility

Wednesday, April 10, 2019 (0 Comments) Posted by: Tim Bertelsman, DC,DACO & Brandon Steele, DC,DACO Stroke: New Evidence and Our Responsibility On March 19, 2019, Annals of Medicine hit the chiropractic profession with new research that will change the perception of chiropractic care. Here’s what they said:  “Manual therapy does not result in an increased risk of […]

Decreased Neurologic Pain Signature Activation Following Thoracic Spine Manipulation in Healthy Volunteers

The Journal of Pain Volume 20, Issue 4, Supplement, April 2019, Page S69 K.Webe Spinal manipulation (SM) is commonly used when managing patients with neck and back pain. The rationale regarding the use of SM has long been supported by the clinical opinion that a mechanical effect on the spine leads to therapeutic mechanical changes […]

Increased Salience Network Connectivity following Spinal Manipulative Therapy is Associated with Reduced Pain in Chronic Low Back Pain Patients

The Journal of Pain K. Isenburg, M. Loggia April 2019 Volume 20, Issue 4, Supplement, Page S42 Abstract Chronic low back pain (cLBP) has been associated with maladaptive brain plasticity, and non-pharmacological therapies such as Spinal Manipulative Therapy (SMT) have shown promise in reducing pain and modifying intrinsic brain physiology. However, more translational research is […]

Joint Mobilization of the Hands of Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis: Results From an Assessor-Blinded, Randomized Crossover Trial

Journal of Manipulative and Physio Adrian Levitsky, PhD Abstract Objective The purpose of this study was to assess the clinical feasibility and effectiveness of manual mobilization of the hands of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Methods A total of 320 individual hand joints were evaluated after recruiting an experimental research group of 12 participants with […]

Chiropractic Care Tied to Significant Reduction in Opioid Scripts

Fran Lowry March 19, 2019 DENVER — Chiropractic care for musculoskeletal pain is associated with a significant reduction in opioid prescriptions compared with non-chiropractic care in this patient population, new research suggests. In a new meta-analysis and systematic review, patients who visited a chiropractor for a musculoskeletal pain condition were 49% less likely to receive […]