ArticleJournal of chiropractic medicine2011
Outcomes for adult scoliosis patients receiving chiropractic rehabilitation: a 24-month retrospective analysis.
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- Benefits on pain and mental health of manual therapy for idiopathic scoliosis: A meta-analysis.Frontiers in endocrinology · 2022Pooled it
- Effects of Exercise on Spinal Deformities and Quality of Life in Patients with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.BioMed research international · 2015Pooled it
- Radiographic Sagittal Alignment and Kinetic Chain Alterations in Geriatric Patients With Scoliosis: A Case Series.Cureus · 2026Article
- Chiropractic Treatments for Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Narrative Review Based on SOSORT Outcome Criteria.Journal of chiropractic medicine · 2017Review
- Chiropractic Rehabilitation for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: End-of-Growth and Skeletal Maturity Results.Clinics and practice · 2017Article
- Manipulative and rehabilitative therapy as a treatment of idiopathic scoliosis without psychological sequelae: a case report.Journal of chiropractic medicine · 2012Article
- Radiophobia Overreaction: College of Chiropractors of British Columbia Revoke Full X-Ray Rights Based on Flawed Study and Radiation Fear-Mongering.Dose-response : a publication of International Hormesis SocietyArticle
- Bridging the gap between observation and brace treatment for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.Journal of family medicine and primary careArticle
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Abstract
objectivesThe purpose of this study was to retrospectively report the results of patients who completed an exercise-based chiropractic program and its potential to alter the natural progression of adult scoliosis at 24 months after the clinic portion of treatment was concluded.
methodsA retrospective chart review was conducted at 2 spine clinics in Michigan, USA. Each clinic uses the same chiropractic rehabilitation program to treat patients with adult scoliosis. Multidimensional patient outcomes included radiographic, respiratory, disability, and pain parameters. Outcomes were measured at baseline, at end of active treatment, and at long-term follow-up.
resultsA total of 28 patients fit the inclusion criteria for the study. The average beginning primary Cobb angle was 44° ± 6°. Patients received the same chiropractic rehabilitation program for approximately 6 months. At the end of active treatment, improvements were recorded in Cobb angle, pain scores, spirometry, and disability rating. All radiographic findings were maintained at 24-month follow-up.
conclusionThis report is among the first to demonstrate sustained radiographic, self-rated, and physiologic benefits after treatment ceased. After completion of a multimodal chiropractic rehabilitation treatment, a retrospective cohort of 28 adult scoliosis patients reported improvements in pain, Cobb angle, and disability immediately following the conclusion of treatment and 24 months later.
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