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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 seems likely that the manipulation/adjustment causes some physical changes, but it is not known exactly how. Presently, though, we are fairly confident that the facets, i.e., the small joints at the back of the spine, open up a little bit. We assume that these changes are part of what helps you feel better.”

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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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Effective Chiropractic Care for Soothing Back Pain Relief

Any Spine

Additionally, conditions like poor spinal alignment and sedentariness can necessitate interventions such as spinal manipulation and manual therapy, which are key components of effective chiropractic care for patients seeking relief. Poor spinal alignment is a significant factor. Muscle tension can lead to back pain.

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Top Chiropractic Research from 2023

ChiroUp

Multimodal approaches incorporating education, exercise, and spinal manipulation. SMT Does Not Cause Strokes (again) "The association between cervical spinal manipulation and cervical artery dissection is not causal in nature. The association between cervical artery dissection and spinal manipulation among US adults.

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Chiropractic Care For Headaches

Beecher Chiropractic

At my Houston TX office, patients have received the best results for their headaches by a combination of spinal manipulation, soft tissue therapy, physical modalities such as electrical stimulation and traction, rehabilitative exercises, and lifestyle changes. The soft tissue therapy helps to reduce the muscle tension or spasms.

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How Chiropractic Care Can Help Improve Sleep Quality and Reduce Insomnia

Fisher Chiropractic

Chiropractors use hands-on spinal manipulation and other techniques to improve alignment and promote the body’s natural healing processes. Some of the most common techniques include: Spinal Manipulation Spinal manipulation is the cornerstone of chiropractic care. But how does this relate to sleep?

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Can I Have Chiropractic Care After Back Surgery?

Beecher Chiropractic

Patients With a History of Spine Surgery Receiving Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation in US Academic Health Centers: A Cross-Sectional Cohort Study – PMC (nih.gov) As spine specialist, doctors of chiropractic are uniquely qualified to help with post-surgical rehabilitation and to help minimize a reoccurrence.