Dennis DiGiorgi Chiropractic & Manual Therapies 2018 26:9 https://doi.org/10.1186/s12998-018-0177-z Abstract Over a period of decades chiropractors have utilized spinal manipulation under anesthesia (SMUA) to treat chronic back and neck pain. As an advanced form of manual therapy, SMUA is reserved for the patient whose condition has proven refractory to office-based manipulation and other modes of […]
Journal of Chiropractic Medicine Volume 17, Issue 1, March 2018, Pages 1-6 Savannah K.ShortzDC, MS, DACBR Abstract Objective The purpose of this study was to investigate correlative factors affecting chronic low back pain (CLBP), with special emphasis on the radiographic postural findings in the sagittal lumbosacral spine. Methods A cross-sectional study alongside a randomized trial […]
PLoS One. 2018; 13(2): e0193413. Published online 2018 Feb 28. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0193413 PMCID: PMC5831387 PMID: 29489878 Julianne K. Baarbé Abstract The cerebellum processes pain inputs and is important for motor learning. Yet, how the cerebellum interacts with the motor cortex in individuals with recurrent pain is not clear. Functional connectivity between the cerebellum and motor […]
J Altern Complement Med. 2018 Feb 22. doi: 10.1089/acm.2017.0131. [Epub ahead of print] Whedon JM Abstract OBJECTIVE: Pain relief resulting from services delivered by doctors of chiropractic may allow patients to use lower or less frequent doses of opioids, leading to reduced risk of adverse effects. The objective of this investigation was to evaluate the […]
Authors: David Griswold, PT, PhD Published: Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2018 Volume:0 Issue:0 Pages:1–30 DOI: 10.2519/jospt.2018.7738 Study Design Randomized clinical trial. Background The comparative effectiveness between non-thrust (NTM) and thrust manipulation (TM) for mechanical neck pain has been investigated with inconsistent results. Objective To compare the clinical effectiveness of concordant cervical and […]
Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice Volume 30, February 2018, Pages 91-95 Kelsey L.Corcoran DC Highlights Currently 15.8% of Veterans Affairs (VA) chiropractic patients are female. No prior studies have investigated US female veterans’ outcomes with VA chiropractic care. Female veterans had a statistically and clinically significant reduction in neck pain associated with chiropractic management. Abstract […]
Neuroreport. 2018 Feb 7;29(3):191-196. doi: 10.1097/WNR.0000000000000949. Onifer SM1, Sozio RS1, DiCarlo DM1, Li Q1, Donahue RR2, Taylor BK2, Long CR1. Abstract Spinal manipulative therapy, including low-velocity variable-amplitude spinal manipulation (LVVA-SM), relieves chronic low back pain, especially in patients with neuropathic radiating leg pain following peripheral nervous system insult. Understanding the underlying analgesic mechanisms requires animal models. The aim of the current study […]
The Spine Journal Ian D. Coulter, Ph.D Background Context Mobilization and manipulation therapies are widely used to benefit patients with chronic low back pain. However, questions remain about their efficacy, dosing, safety, as well as how these approaches compare to other therapies. Purpose To determine the efficacy, effectiveness, and safety of various mobilization and manipulation […]
BMJ Open. 2018 Jan 24;8(1):e019040. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2017-019040. Carnes D1,2,3, Plunkett A1,3, Ellwood J3, Miles C1. Abstract OBJECTIVE: To conduct a systematic review and meta-analyses to assess the effect of manual therapy interventions for healthy but unsettled, distressed and excessively crying infants and to provide information to help clinicians and parents inform decisions about care. METHODS: […]
J Chiropr Med. 2017 Dec;16(4):340-345. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2017.06.004. Epub 2017 Dec 7. Chiropractic Management Using Multimodal Therapies on 2 Pediatric Patients With Constipation. Iyer MM1, Skokos E1, Piombo D1. Abstract OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this case report is to describe chiropractic management of 7-month-old male twins who had had constipation since birth. CLINICAL FEATURES: Identical male […]
Here’s the abstract from Spine he is referring to… Identification of the Location, Extent, and Pathway of Sensory Neurologic Feedback After Mechanical Stimulation of a Lateral Spinal Ligament in Chickens Jiang, Hongxing; Moreau, Marc; Raso, James; More Spine. 22(1):17-25, January 1st, 1997. Abstract: Study Design This study traced the location, extent, and pathway of sensory feedback after […]
Eur J Appl Physiol. 2018 Jan 11. doi: 10.1007/s00421-018-3799-x. [Epub ahead of print] Christiansen TL1 Abstract PURPOSE: The primary purpose of this study was to investigate whether a single session of spinal manipulation (SM) increases strength and cortical drive in the lower limb (soleus muscle) of elite Taekwondo athletes. METHODS: Soleus-evoked V-waves, H-reflex and maximum […]
J Phys Ther Sci. 2018 Jan;30(1):108-112. doi: 10.1589/jpts.30.108. Epub 2018 Jan 27. Fortner MO1, Oakley PA2, Harrison DE3. Abstract [Purpose] To present a case of the non-surgical improvement in cervical kyphosis in a patient with history of cervical spine trauma and advanced osteoarthritis. [Subject and Methods] A 38 year old male presented with a chief complaint […]
Reed, William R. DC, PhD∗; Long, Cynthia R. PhD∗; Kawchuk, Gregory N. DC, PhD†; Sozio, Randall S. BS∗; Pickar, Joel G. DC, PhD∗Author Information SPINE: January 1, 2018 – Volume 43 – Issue 1 – p 1-9 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000001344 Abstract Study Design. Electrophysiological recordings were obtained from proprioceptors in deep lumbar paraspinal muscles of anesthetized […]
12/19/2017 by Paula McMahonContact Reporter Sun Sentinel One of the ringleaders of a massive $23 million auto insurance fraud pleaded guilty this week to his role in an elaborate crime ring that operated at several South Florida chiropractic clinics. Felix Filenger, who agents said drove around in a Bentley and doled out kickbacks from a suitcase […]
Archives of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation January 2018 Volume 99, Issue 1, Pages 72–81 Daniel Rhon, DSc’ Abstract Objective To describe the use of manipulative treatment for shoulder and spine conditions among various provider types. Design Retrospective observational cohort. Setting Single military hospital. Participants Consecutive sample of patients (N=7566) seeking care for an initial spine or shoulder […]
Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2017 Dec 1;42(23):1810-1816. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002218. Adams J Abstract STUDY DESIGN: Secondary analysis of a national survey. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence, patterns, and predictors of chiropractic utilization in the US general population. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA: Chiropractic is one of the largest manual therapy professions […]