Archive for the 'Chiropractic' Category
Tuesday, July 2nd, 2013
According to a 2007 study by Canadian researchers, “Serious adverse events may be associated with pediatric spinal manipulation,” but “neither causation nor incidence rates can be inferred manipulation.”
Now, researchers at the University of Melbourne, in Australia, have taken a closer look at the frequency and severity of adverse effects from short-term usual chiropractic treatment. (more…)
Chiropractic | Comments Off on Risk of harm following usual chiropractic care
Thursday, August 9th, 2012
Clinicians in California described their clinical practice, which uses the simultaneous interview technique (SIT). (more…)
Acupuncture/ pressure, Chiropractic, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Pain, TENS/FNS/VNS | Comments Off on SIT and the co-disciplinary pain clinic
Monday, February 27th, 2012
Researchers in Winnipeg, Manitoba surveyed the prevalence of CAM use in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. (more…)
Acupuncture/ pressure, Chamomile, Chiropractic, Glucosamine/ Chondroitin, Homeopathy, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Massage, Naturopathy, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Physiotherapy, Pre, Pro, Synbiotics | Comments Off on CAM use in the Manitoba IBD Cohort Study
Sunday, February 5th, 2012
Former Medical Director, of the Rosenthal Center for Complementary & Alternative Medicine, at Columbia University Medical Center, in New York City, Dr. James Dillard, reviewed the evidence.
Here’s what we know. (more…)
Acupuncture/ pressure, Chiropractic, Flavonoids (Soy), Ginger, Massage, Mindfulness, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Osteoarthritis, Tai Chi, Tea, TENS/FNS/VNS, Turmeric, White Willow | Comments Off on Complementary treatments for osteoarthritis
Sunday, January 29th, 2012
Here are the findings of a Cochrane review. (more…)
A. ALTERNATIVE MEDICAL SYSTEMS, Chiropractic, Cochrane Library, Pain-Back | Comments Off on Spinal manipulation for chronic low back pain
Tuesday, January 10th, 2012
Cervicogenic headaches originate in the upper spine, neck, and upper shoulders. It can a byproduct of whiplash, neck injury, or muscle trauma.
Prof, Ernst and a colleague reviewed the evidence. (more…)
Chiropractic, Headache/Migraine | Comments Off on Treating cervicogenic headache with spinal manipulation
Friday, November 25th, 2011
Dr. Donald Murphy is Clinical Director of the Rhode Island Spine Center and a member of the Clinical Faculty at Brown University School of Medicine and the Postgraduate Faculty of 4 chiropractic schools.
Here’s his perspective on cervical manipulation, stroke, and what does it mean for the chiropractic profession. (more…)
A. ALTERNATIVE MEDICAL SYSTEMS, Chiropractic, Stroke | Comments Off on Stroke as an opportunity for the chiropractic profession
Sunday, November 13th, 2011
Researchers at Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, in Toronto, recorded the attitudes and behaviors of chiropractors regarding table disinfection. (more…)
Chiropractic, Infection | Comments Off on The chiropractic table. Is it contaminiated?
Wednesday, November 9th, 2011
Most people suffering from fibromyalgia use a variety of complementary or alternative medicine treatments to manage their symptoms.
Prof. Ernst has updated his review of the CAM options from a year ago. (more…)
Acupuncture/ pressure, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Hydrotherapy, Massage, Tai Chi, Yoga | Comments Off on Review of CAM for fibromyalgia
Sunday, November 6th, 2011
In addition to impacting the child and family’s quality of life, recent estimates place the lifetime cost for an individual with autism spectrum disorder at $3.2 million.
Researchers at Life Chiropractic College West, in Hayward, California, reviewed the evidence for chiropractic treatment. (more…)
Autism, Chiropractic | Comments Off on Review: Chiropractic care for autism
Sunday, October 9th, 2011
The trapezius muscle contains trigger points (hyperirritable spots). Referred pain from these trigger points frequently cause patients to seek treatment.
Researchers at Anglo-European College of Chiropractic, in Bournemouth, UK, studied the immediate effect of electric point stimulation (TENS). (more…)
Chiropractic, Pain-Back, Pain-Neck, Pain-Shoulder | Comments Off on TENS to treat trapezius muscle trigger points
Wednesday, June 29th, 2011
Dr. Andrew Miners is Assistant Professor at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic Collage, in Toronto.
He reviewed the evidence. (more…)
Chiropractic | Comments Off on Does chiropractic improve sports performance?
Saturday, June 11th, 2011
Researchers at the Liberty Mutual Research Institute for Safety, in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, compared the occurrence of repeated disability in patients treated by different healthcare providers. (more…)
Chiropractic, Pain-Back, Physiotherapy | Comments Off on Chiropractic and recurrence of work-related low back pain
Sunday, May 22nd, 2011
Researchers in Pennsylvania and California reviewed the evidence on the chiropractic care of patients with infantile colic. (more…)
Children, Chiropractic, Infants | Comments Off on Chiropractic care of infants with colic
Thursday, May 19th, 2011
I’ve largely ignored these studies in the past, but perhaps it’s worth a second look.
To start, this 1993 study by Dr. David Eisenberg, who is now the director of Complementary and Integrative Medical Therapies at Harvard University, is considered a landmark in the field of “unconventional medicine.” (more…)
Acupuncture/ pressure, Biofeedback, CAM Use, Chiropractic, Diet-Mediterranean, E. DIETARY, Exercise, Guided Imagery, Hypnosis, Massage, Relaxation, Religion/ Spirituality, Vitamins | Comments Off on CAM in the US: Patterns of use
Wednesday, May 18th, 2011
Dynamic chest compression occurs during spinal manipulation.
Researchers at the Medical College of Wisconsin, in Milwaukee, analyzed the magnitude of chest compressions during chiropractic manipulation. (more…)
Chiropractic | Comments Off on Chiropractic and the risk of chest injury
Friday, May 13th, 2011
There’s concern that the use of complementary and alternative medications (CAM) may replace recommended preventive health practices.
Researchers at Penn State College of Medicine, Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, in Pennsylvania conducted a survey to learn more. (more…)
Acupuncture/ pressure, Chiropractic, Exercise, Massage, Naturopathy, Qigong, Religion/ Spirituality | Comments Off on Are those using CAM less likely to be immunized?
Sunday, May 8th, 2011
Prof. Ernst reviewed the evidence. (more…)
Chiropractic, Headache/Migraine, Prof. Ernst | Comments Off on Review: Spinal manipulation to treat migraine
Saturday, March 26th, 2011
It’s one of the most common and costly musculoskeletal problems.
The authors evaluated the effects of combined chiropractic interventions on pain, disability, back-related function, overall improvement, and patient satisfaction in adults with low back pain. (more…)
Chiropractic, Cochrane Library, Exercise, Massage, Pain-Back, TENS/FNS/VNS | Comments Off on Cochrane Library reviews real world chiropractic for early low back pain
Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011
68% of parents of these patients seek help from alternative practitioners, including chiropractors, according to researchers at Macquarie University, in Sydney, Australia.
Their review evaluates the evidence for chiropractic care to reduce inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity for young people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). (more…)
ADHD, Children, Chiropractic | Comments Off on Review: Chiropractic for children and adolescents with ADHD