A randomized clinical trial has found that in patients with acute or subacute low back pain (LBP) at high risk of developing ...

Spinal manipulative therapies, including chiropractic and osteopathic maneuvers, are widely practiced for musculoskeletal complaints. However, serious complications such as cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) ...

Early closed reduction of cervical spine dislocation is essential for spinal cord decompression and neurological preservation. Standard techniques require either general anesthesia for manipulation or ...

The aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness of spinal manipulation and clinician-supported biopsychosocial self-management vs medical care for adults with increased risk of chronic ...

The incidence and risk for opioid use disorder, long-term opioid use, and opioid prescription were lower among adults receiving spinal manipulative therapy. HealthDay News — Adults receiving spinal ...

The analysis included 24,993 adult patients per cohort who were diagnosed with a new episode of low back pain with or without sciatica from 2015 to 2023. HealthDay News — Adults receiving spinal ...

Researchers found a significantly lower incidence and risk for OUD (0.24 vs 1.51%), long-term opioid use (0.42 vs 1.85%), and opioid prescription (30.96 vs 45.00%) for SMT recipients. HealthDay News — ...

A bruised spine, or spinal contusion, can be a serious injury that may cause disability. It can occur due to trauma damaging the tissue of the spine, resulting in bleeding, inflammation, and pain. The ...

Co-written with Jai Liester. In recent years, research has illuminated the intricate connection between our gut and brain, revealing how this relationship significantly impacts mental health. Now, a ...

Objectives Patients receiving chiropractic spinal manipulation (CSM) for low back pain (LBP) are less likely to receive any opioid prescription for subsequent pain management. However, the likelihood ...