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Chiropractic research trends and current hotspots

Chiropractic Economics

These pieces of research tell us which manipulative techniques work for which conditions, how different demographics of patients may respond to a specific treatment and more. Over time, chiropractic evolved into one of the top-researched conservative treatments for spinal pain. It found four countries leading the way.

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Chiropractic Defense Council fights to overturn Australian ban on spinal manipulation for babies

Chiropractic Economics

Six months after the Chiropractic Board of Australia removed its self-imposed ban on spinal manipulation in children age two and under, the outcry from government officials forced the ban’s reinstatement. While chiropractors in Australia are still permitted to treat babies, they are banned solely from spinal manipulation.

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The chiropractic approach to cardiovascular health

Chiropractic Economics

Studies have shown that chiropractic spinal manipulation can significantly lower blood pressure. For more information, visit wholisticmatters.com. Chiropractic adjustments and blood pressure Hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease, contributing to arterial damage and reduced blood flow to the heart.

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Studies indicate neuroendocrine-immune system function could benefit from chiropractic care

Chiropractic Economics

Both strive to recognize environmental cues (such as temperature, stress and pain) and then communicate information provided by these external signals to the internal body, often serving as a “sixth sense.” The exact information communicated affects the body’s immune response, such as by instigating hormonal changes in the gut.

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ACA recognizes outstanding contributions to chiropractic with 2025 Annual Awards

Chiropractic Economics

The organization leads the profession by collaborating with other healthcare professionals, lobbying for pro-chiropractic legislation and policies, supporting meaningful research and using that research to inform treatment practices.

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Top Chiropractic Research from 2024: Elevating Evidence-Based Care

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This blog distills key findings and themes from this years chiropractic studies, spotlighting the benefits of spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) and other chiropractic interventions. This case presents a unique circumstance of a fatal vertebral artery dissection after self-chiropractic manipulation." (4) 3) Fagundes et al.

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Letter from the editor

Chiropractic Economics

By providing patients with clear, comprehensive information, you empower them to make informed decisions about their health. For example, recent studies have shown the efficacy of spinal manipulative therapy at treating certain types of back pain without increasing the risk of stroke.