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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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Association Between Spinal Manipulative Therapy and Lumbar Spine Reoperation After Discectomy: A Retrospective Cohort Study

ChiroOrg

Chiro.Org Blog: This study found that adults receiving SMT for LSR at least one year after lumbar discectomy were less likely to undergo lumbar spine reoperation compared to those receiving usual care without SMT, a difference which persisted over two years’ follow-up.

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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

Regarding anatomical/positional changes, it would be possible to say: “There is no simple answer, because the spine is a difficult area to study. It seems likely that the manipulation/adjustment causes some physical changes, but it is not known exactly how. 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

Chiropractic case study Neck tightness with co-occurring neurological and autoimmune disorders A different Cureus case report , this one published on February 1, 2024, involved a 54-year-old woman with tightness on the right side of her neck and thoracic spine.

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How Chiropractic Adjustment Works

Any Spine

They are designed to correct misalignments in the spine, improve joint function, and support the body’s natural ability to heal. As your chiropractor at Any Spine Chiropractic & Massage Studio, I’m here to explain the process and how it can benefit your health. But how exactly do these adjustments work?

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Can Chiropractic Help Spinal Stenosis?

Any Spine

Can Chiropractic Help Spinal Stenosis? Spinal stenosis can be a life-altering condition. It occurs when the spaces within your spine narrow, putting pressure on the nerves that travel through the spine. If you’ve been diagnosed with spinal stenosis, you might be wondering if chiropractic care can help.

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9 Easy Ways to Protect and Promote Your Spine Health

Fisher Chiropractic

Your spine health is the literal backbone of your body's posture and overall health. These nine posture and exercise tips will help get your spine back in shape. Many of those episodes could've been caused by bad spine health. The muscles in your core help support your spine, so strengthening them can improve your posture.

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