The biomechanics of spinal manipulative treatments
The purpose of this manuscript is to review the work that has been performed on the biomechanics of spinal manipulative treatments (SMT) over the past three years at The University…
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The West family chiropractic dynasty: celebrating a century of accomplishment in Canada Part II: Samson J. West, David I. West, Neil A. West, Megan L. West, R. Ian Buchanan and James L. West
This historical paper documents the unbroken legacy of the West family of chiropractors which has flourished in Canada for over 100 years. Part I, unearthed the origins, development and careers…
Associations between low back pain and depression and somatization in a Canadian emerging adult population
Introduction The association between depression, somatization and low back pain has been minimally investigated in a Canadian emerging adult population. Methods 1013 first year Canadian university students completed the Modified…
Presumptive spondylogenic pruritus: a case study
Objective To describe a case of a patient with chronic pruritus of the upper back and arms who underwent complete resolution of his complaint following a short course of chiropractic…
Chiropractic management of episodic tension-type headache: a survey of clinical specialists
Tension-type headache (TTH) is a highly prevalent condition experienced annually by 30-70% of the population. As a chief complaint, it occupies 5-8% of chiropractors’ caseloads, but is probably more prevalent…
Concussion knowledge among Sport Chiropractic Fellows from the Royal College of Chiropractic Sports Sciences (Canada)
Objectives The objective of this study was to investigate the degree of knowledge that sports chiropractors have in regard to concussion diagnosis and management. Methods A concussion knowledge survey was…
The necessity of strength training for the older patient
Muscle strength is considered to be the most physiologically limiting factor of the older patient and a determinant of their functional status. The physiological benefits of exercise in general are…
Conservative management of MRI-confirmed knee osteoarthritis with instrument-assisted soft-tissue mobilization, joint manipulation, and platelet-rich plasma
Objective To describe the successful conservative management of a patient with chronic degenerative knee pain. Clinical Features An active 47 year-old female office worker with intermittent right knee pain inferolateral…
Interexaminer and intraexaminer reliability of cervical passive range of motion using the CROM and Cybex 320 EDI
Objective: To compare the interexaminer and the intraexaminer reliability of measuring passive flexion and extension ranges of motion of the cervical spine, using a Cybex 320 EDI (inclinometer) and a…