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The Benefits of Spinal Manipulation in 2025: Why HVLA Still Matters

ChiroUp

Chiropractic care has continued to evolve, but one technique remains a staple in spinal health: High-Velocity, Low-Amplitude (HVLA) spinal manipulation. 2) Reduction of spinal fixation: The thrust can break adhesions in the joint capsule and surrounding connective tissue, restoring normal motion.

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2024 chiropractic case studies find benefits for complex patients

Chiropractic Economics

Treatment consisted of low-force joint manipulation and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), the former to reduce pain and increase range of motion and the latter to ease muscle tightness and inflammation. After two weeks, he consulted with a DC who conducted a physical examination.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

ChiroUp

If a patient presents with a positive DIME test and a confirmed full-thickness tear of the supraspinatus, and conservative care (4-6 weeks of manual therapy, spinal manipulation, patient education, and rehab) has failed, surgery may be a viable option. Should I Refer a Patient to an Orthopedist? However, research by Jones et al.

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Chiropractic Care For Premenstrual Low Back Pain

Beecher Chiropractic

They use spinal manipulation(adjustments) and other techniques to restore proper spinal alignment and function. Reduced Cramping: Chiropractic care can help restore proper function in the spine and joints, which can reduce pain and cramping associated with PMS.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

For DCs, understanding and promoting spinal stability is essential for everything from managing various conditions, such as low back pain, to athletic performance enhancement. The ability of the spine to maintain its structural integrity and control during movement and loading is best termed spinal stability.

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Mechanisms of Manipulation: A Systematic Review of the Literature on Immediate Anatomical Structural or Positional Changes in Response to Manually Delivered High-velocity, Low-amplitude Spinal Manipulation

ChiroOrg

It is a common clinical observation that patients can experience sudden relief immediately after SM. It seems likely that the manipulation/adjustment causes some physical changes, but it is not known exactly how. There also seems to be a measurable change in the stiffness of the spine immediately after manipulation.

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Expand the scope of chiropractic care

Chiropractic Economics

As interest in cannabinoids grows, so too does the potential for DCs to incorporate these treatments into their clinical care. Understanding chiropractic scope and the rise of cannabinoids Chiropractic care has always emphasized natural, noninvasive treatments that focus on the spine, muscles, joints and nervous system.