An analysis of data from six randomized controlled trials found that stabilization exercises can reduce pain and improve function in patients with chronic neck pain. Doctors of chiropractic often incorporate such exercises in their treatment plans … [Read more...]
Chiropractic
Musculoskeletal Factors in the Elderly
Examinations of 279 older adults revealed that seniors who are free of musculoskeletal pain are more likely to have the following characteristics: healthy weight; stronger back muscles, greater physical ability, better balance with eyes closed, … [Read more...]
Manual Therapies for Low Back Pain
A myofascial trigger point is a hyperirritable spot found in skeletal muscle that is associated with chronic pain conditions, including chronic low back pain. In this study, researchers compared the effect of three manual therapies—manual pressure … [Read more...]
Post-Whiplash Headaches
A review of findings from 44 published studies concluded that 60% of whiplash patients will experience headaches within one week of their injury and up to 38% may continue to report headaches up to one year later. Doctors of chiropractic are trained … [Read more...]
Manual Therapy Improves Sit-to-Stand Tasks
Among a group of 40 adults with low back pain, researchers observed that the application of spinal manipulation and mobilization to the lumbar spine and pelvic region improved performance on sit-to-stand assessments. The study reveals the effect that … [Read more...]
CHIROPRACTIC CARE at NO COST to VETERANS
Premier Healthcare & Sports Clinic has been authorized to provide chiropractic, physical therapy, and medical pain management to Veterans - when care has been authorized. How do you get chiropractic, physical therapy or pain management care … [Read more...]
Spinal Pain Is Very Common
A survey of 5,397 middle-aged adults revealed that 54% had experienced an episode of low back pain in the previous twelve months, while 23.6% had mid-back pain and 29.1% had neck pain in the same time frame. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, February … [Read more...]
Cervical Spinal Manipulation Benefits TMD
Past research has shown that patients with temporomandibular disorder (TMD) often have cervical complaints, suggesting that the conditions may be connected. In this study, 50 TMD patients received either cervical spinal manipulation or sham … [Read more...]
Effects of Spinal Manipulation
Getting adjusted may improve the reflexes. In a recent study, researchers applied spinal manipulative therapy to the cervical and upper thoracic spine of eleven healthy volunteers, and using electromyography, they detected improved muscle reflex … [Read more...]
Chiropractic Care for Seniors with Neck Pain
It is estimated that 1 in 5 people aged 70 and older suffer from neck pain. A recent survey of 288 Australian chiropractors revealed that seniors account for about a third of their patients, with neck pain affecting roughly half, often with co-morbid … [Read more...]
Cost-Effectiveness of Chiropractic Treatment
A recent study set out to critically evaluate the benefits of adding chiropractic under Missouri Medicaid. Based on computations and a dynamic scoring model, investigators determined that there would be cost savings to the state of Missouri between … [Read more...]
Today’s Chiropractic Humor
"My chiropractor said that since I had the twins my posture has improved." … [Read more...]
Chronic Neck Pain Affects Shoulder Muscle Activation
Using surface electromyography to assess multiple muscles in the neck and shoulder region, researchers observed increased onset delays in the anterior and middle deltoid and a peak delay in the upper trapezius muscle among participants with chronic … [Read more...]
Today’s Chiropractic Humor
"Our staff is highly skilled mam, but getting your husband to grow a backbone is simply beyond our expertise." … [Read more...]