Spinal manipulation therapy is a widely-accepted method for treating back pain, neck pain, and headaches. Although previous studies have pointed to the safety of chiropractic neck adjustments, there has been some concern about the effect of the forces applied during spinal manipulation of the neck.
Read MoreAn estimated 14% of patients treated by chiropractors are 65 and older. This number is expected to rise in the coming years; it is estimated that in the U.S., nearly 20% of the population will be 65 or older by the year 2030. Among older adults, chiropractic care is one of the most frequently utilized forms of alternative or complementary treatments.
Read MoreMore and more children are receiving chiropractic care and there's a good reason why: chiropractic provides safe, natural treatment for a number of conditions while promoting wellness. Multiple studies point to the safety of chiropractic for kids. In a 2012 survey of European chiropractors, fewer than 1% of children experienced side effects from chiropractic treatments, and those side effects were all mild,1 This confirms the results of three other studies in which no serious side effects were reported in pediatric patients receiving chiropractic treatment. Research suggests that chiropractic can safely relieve musculoskeletal pain in children.
Read MorePregnant women who exercise are less likely to suffer from back pain compared to those who don't, according to new research. A study Norway found that pregnant women who engaged in physical activity at least three times a week were less likely to report pelvic girdle pain, lower back pain, and depression.
Read MoreMany parents of children suffering from headaches and neck pain have considered chiropractic treatments. Previous research has confirmed that chiropractic care is safe for children.
Read MoreAtlantoaxial osteoarthritis is a condition causing severe neck pain and reduced range of motion. Some cases are degenerative, while others occur following trauma.
Read MoreLow-back pain is frequently the source of missed playing time and disability in athletes. While a wide-range of treatment options exist, it can be difficult to discern which therapies will enable you to return to play as safely and as quickly as possible. A recent study sought to determine which treatment option was the best for athletes with back pain.
Read MoreChiropractic treatments could improve symptoms in patients with thumb arthritis, according to new research. Thumb arthritis, also known as secondary carpometacarpal osteoarthritis or CMC OA, is the most common form of arthritis affecting the hands.
Read MoreImmediately after an auto collision, it's common for people to wait to get treatment. Most people think, "I'll just wait to see how I feel next week." This approach can be a mistake. A number of scientific studies show that when a patient gets early treatment soon after a crash, they have better outcomes than those patients who wait. During a crash, the tissues of your neck can be stretched or torn.
Read MoreAn estimated 11-28% of adults suffer from chronic dizziness --a never-ending feeling of spinning, unsteadiness, and disorientation. These symptoms are common in patients with headache, neck pain, and whiplash-associated disorders. Fortunately, a growing body of research suggests that manual therapies like chiropractic can reduce cervicogenic dizziness. This specific type of dizziness is believed to originate in the cervical spine or neck.
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