Science of Chiropractic

Volume 2

216 Pages

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Contents

Mechanism of the Chiropractic Adjustment. 4

The Mechanism of the Chiropractic Spinal Adjustment/Manipulation: 5

Osseous Mechanisms, Part 1 of a 5 Part Series. 5

The Mechanism of the Chiropractic Spinal Adjustment/Manipulation: 12

Ligaments and the Bio-Neuro-Mechanical Component, Part 2 of a 5 Part Series. 12

The Mechanism of the Chiropractic Spinal Adjustment/Manipulation: 20

Bio-Neuro-Mechanical Effect, Part 3 of a 5 Part Series. 20

The Mechanism of the Chiropractic Spinal Adjustment/Manipulation: 27

Subluxation Degeneration: Effect of Sagittal Alignment on Kinematic Changes and Degree of Disc Degeneration in the Lumbar Spine, Part 4 of a 5 Part Series. 27

The Mechanism of the Chiropractic Spinal Adjustment/Manipulation: 32

Chiropractic vs. Physical Therapy for Spine, Part 5 of a 5 Part Series. 32

Chiropractic Spinal Adjustment and the Brain Connection. 39

Chiropractic & Central Afferent Inhibition: 40

A Chiropractic Care Path & Mechanism for Chronic Pain, Tremors, Spatial and Inhibitory Distortion. 40

A Chiropractic Adjustment Has a Direct Effect of the Pre-Frontal Cortex of the Brain. 44

Verifying a positive effect of the chiropractic spinal adjustment on reflexes, memory, coordination and decision making. 44

Chiropractic, Chronic Back Pain and Brain Shrinkage: 49

A better understanding of Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Schizophrenia, Depression and Cognitive Disorders and Chiropractic’s Role. 49

Chiropractic has a Positive Effect on Depression and Anxiety. 57

How Does the Chiropractic Adjustment Work?. 59

A Literature Review of Pain Mechanisms & Brain Function Alteration. 59

Regaining Arms, Legs, Hands and Feet Function Through Chiropractic Care: The Brain Connection. 67

Research Proves Chiropractic Adjustments Affect Multiple Areas, Not Just the Area Treated. 69

(i.e.) Neck Treatment Reduces Pain in Low Back. 69

Research Proves Chiropractic Adjustments Affect Emotions, Learning, Memory, Consciousness, Motivation, Homeostasis, Perception, Motor Control, Self-Awareness, Cognitive Function, Voluntary Movement, Decision Making, Touch and Pain. 71

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Outcomes Improve with Chiropractic Care. 73

Can a chiropractic exam or a multiple choice self-assessment test accurately predict the pressure of blood flow to the brain?. 75

Chiropractic Lowers Drug Use. 77

Chiropractic Improves Neck Pain in a Military Veteran Population & Lowers the Need for Opiates. 78

Chiropractic Reduces Opioid Use by 55% in Low Back Pain. 81

Chiropractic vs. Medical Advice, Bed Rest, Natural History/Resolution and Over-the-Counter Drugs for Low Back Pain. 85

Chiropractic vs. Oral Steroids vs. Muscle Relaxants: Outcomes for Low Back Pain and Sciatica. 88

Chiropractic as Primary Spine Care. 93

Chiropractic Verified as Primary Spine Care Providers. 94

Chiropractic vs. Medicine: Who is More Cost Effective & Renders Better Outcomes for Spine?. 97

Chiropractic’s Role in Decreasing Premature Death with Associated Back Pain. 100

Back Pain: Who Should Be Seen First & WHY. 103

Chiropractor vs. Medical Primary Care Doctor. 103

Choosing the right doctor can make the difference. 106

Back Pain: Chiropractic vs. Medical Doctors. 107

Who Get Better Results and Who is More Cost Effective?. 107

Chiropractic Connection to Organ Systems and Systemic Disease. 109

Chiropractic Spinal Adjustments, Changes in Organ Systems & Treatment of Disease. 110

A literature review and report on the positive effects of chiropractic on the autonomic nervous system, heart function and the circulatory system.. 110

Chiropractic and Successful Outcomes with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. 116

Chiropractic Linked to Increased Immunity. 119

Sleep Disorder Improvements Have Been Linked to Chiropractic Care. 121

Chiropractic’s Mechanism in Pain Modulation and the Connection to Systemic Diseases. 124

A Literature Review and Synthesis on the Possible Effects of Chiropractic on Cancers, Systemic Diseases, Mental and Social Disorders and Sexual Behavior. 124

Fibromyalgia Improvement has been Linked to Chiropractic Care. 132

Neck and Low Back Pain. 135

  1. Non-Specific (Mechanical Spine Pain) 136

Chiropractic Improves Neck Pain in a Military Veteran Population & Lowers the Need for Opiates. 136

Chiropractic Reduces Opioid Use by 55% in Low Back Pain. 139

Chronic Pain and Chiropractic: A 12-Week Solution & Necessity for Care. 143

Chiropractic Care is More Effective in Lowering Disability than Medical Care for Acute and Sub-Acute Low Back Pain. 147

Chiropractic vs. Physical Therapy in Treating Low Back Pain with Spinal Adjustments vs. Exercise Rehabilitation. 152

Chiropractic vs. Medical Advice, Bed Rest, Natural History/Resolution and Over-the-Counter Drugs for Low Back Pain. 153

Spinal Fusion vs. Chiropractic for Mechanical Spine Pain. 156

Chiropractic Care for Neck and Low Back Pain: Evidenced Based Outcomes. 159

Chiropractic Can Prevent Absenteeism in the Workplace from Chronic Pain. 161

Chiropractic vs. Oral Steroids vs. Muscle Relaxants: Outcomes for Low Back Pain and Sciatica. 164

Patient Outcomes Proves More Effective with Chiropractic Combined with Standard Medical Care Than Standard Medical Care Alone in the Military. 168

Harvard Report Points to Chiropractic Care for Pain Relief & The Safety of the Chiropractic Adjustment 170

  1. Disc Pathology. 171

Efficacy of Chiropractic Care on Cervical Herniated Discs with Degenerative Changes in the Spine. 171

Chiropractic Outcome Studies on Treatment of Fragmented/Sequestered and Extruded Herniated Discs and Radicular Pain. 174

Acute and Chronic Herniated Discs Have Significantly Favorable Outcomes with Chiropractic Care. 177

Cervical Disc Herniation with Radiculopathy (Arm Pain): Chiropractic Care vs. Injection Therapy. 179

Disc Herniations and Low Back Pain Post Chiropractic Care. 181

III.         Failed back surgery. 183

Chiropractic as the Solution for Mechanical Spine Failure and Failed Back Surgery. 183

Headache. 187

Neck Pain (Torticollis), Headaches, Dizziness, Radiating Pain, Nausea, Depression, Confusion, Ringing in the Ears Show Good Outcomes with Chiropractic Care. 188

Geriatrics. 190

Chiropractic Care Improves Senses and Reduces Risks of Falling in the Elderly Population. 191

Chiropractic Protects an Aging Population from Loss of Function. 194

Integrative Care. 196

Chiropractic and Prescriptive Rights. Should Chiropractors Be Allowed to Prescribe Drugs?. 197

Stroke. 200

Chiropractic and Cervical Arterial Dissection: Causal Relationship or Medical Dogma?. 201

Care and Diagnosis. 205

  1. Outcome Assessments. 206

Ranges of Motion as a Utility for Outcome Assessments. 206

Chiropractic Taking a Lead Role in Rendering Accurate Assessments for Spine. 206

Pregnancy. 213

Pregnancy, Low Back Pain and Chiropractic. 214

Pregnancy and Chiropractic: Care and Safety. 215

The Journal of the American Medical Association Suggest a Link between Pregnant Woman – Back Pain – Tylenol Use & ADHD: Chiropractic Offers a Solution. 216


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