There is a plethora of research that shows us that chiropractic care can be effective for, and is recommended in the clinical guidelines for, effective management of chronic low back pain. We also know that chiropractic is a care modality that is very individual. There is no one-pill panacea administered for every person under care.…
Is there ever a more pertinent time to talk about chiropractic care and depression than eighteen months into a pandemic, when it has been widely reported that many mental health care services are stretched to capacity? While there is a litany of research on cognitive behavioural therapy and anti-depressant medication in the treatment of depression,…
In 2020, 27,428 Australians experience stroke for the first time in their lives. This equates to about one stroke every 19 minutes. [1] It is one of the biggest killers of the Australian population and there are hundreds of thousands of individuals living with the ongoing effects of stroke right now. While the majority of…
Usually when we hear about cranial work in the wide world of chiropractic, it has to do with the care of infants and young children. The bones of the cranium are still malleable in the months immediately post birth, and even a gentle touch-and-hold type intervention can create profound changes for the baby. But is…
The issue of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is one many of us are familiar with. This abnormal curvature of the spine usually shows up between the ages of 10 and 16. While each case is different, the risk of undergoing surgery for the condition is only thought to be around 5% [1]. In a new case…
Clinical trial registries are integral to the world of evidence-based medicine. They provide a database of information, assist in monitoring selective reporting of outcome measures, disclosing publication bias, and preventing duplication of trials. Researchers can also observe the records of non-published trials when investigating a similar theme or hypothesis. These databases are like a super…
Muscular Dystrophy is not the kind of diagnosis that anyone likes to hear. Usually diagnosed in childhood, it refers to a group of genetic diseases that result in progressive loss of muscle strength and mass. At this point in time, there is no cure, although some treatments can aid in the management of the condition…
A new case report has hit the Asia Pacific Chiropractic Journal covering the chiropractic-plus-helmet co-management of an infant with plagiocephaly. Plagiocephaly is the clinical term for when an infant develops a flat spot on their head (usually at the back or slightly to the side). Cases of Plagiocephaly have been on the rise since the…
Headaches are a common ailment and a beast we know well. But while conversations about the different types of headaches and their treatments are readily available for the adult population, what about kids? A recent study has taken a look at this very important topic, comparing chiropractic manipulation with a sham manipulation and examining its…
The further we move through this pandemic the more we are familiarising ourselves with the effects, both short and long, of COVID-19 infections. In news we like about as much as the sound of nails on a chalk board, it has been discovered that many individuals recovering from infection are experiencing residual problems, commonly referred…
The first association many of us have with the term “Trigger finger” is that of Western movies and stand-off scenes, perhaps with a tumbleweed rolling by. But for many, trigger finger is actually a disorder called “stenosing tenosynovitis” which causes one of the fingers to get stuck in a bent position. Not fun for anyone,…
It’s no big secret that forward head carriage is bad news. In fact, some may say it is a leading postural concern for chiropractors who deal with it almost every day. We know that it can contribute to disc degeneration due to the abnormal weight distribution on the vertebra. We also know it can contribute…
We often think of labor as a physical (and emotional) ordeal for the mother, but in truth the great adventure of life kicks off with a big ordeal for baby too. In this big ordeal, sometimes a little-known body part is injured. It’s one many of us may not have heard of, and it’s called…
Coeliac’s Disease is a monster we know well these days. It’s an autoimmune disease provoked by proteins present in gluten-containing foods such as wheat, rye, and barley, and sometimes even similar proteins, such as those found in oats. These proteins cause the flattening of villi (villous atrophy) leading to malabsorption and gastrointestinal issues. It also…
Yes, we are talking about period pain today. Sadly, period pain is a reality for many people. While there are levels to that, dysmenorrhea lies at the extreme end of the spectrum, where severe pain and tenderness interferes with daily activities. Sufferers may be forced to miss days of work or school, and often have…
Autoimmune disorders are a broad family of illnesses and syndromes, and their management is a serious issue for consideration as the pain and inflammation that comes with the disorders is ongoing in its nature. Thus, when a new study comes out looking at neurodynamic interventions for Multiple Sclerosis (delivered via manual therapy), we are all…
A new case report has just hit the Asia Pacific Chiropractic Journal, covering a novel presentation of facial paralysis in a 13-month-old child. Facial palsy is a rare and complex condition, that differs greatly in its prognosis depending on whether it is congenital or due to a birth trauma. Either way, the chiropractic management of…
Auriculotemporal Neuralgia (or ATN) is a relatively rare condition that many people wouldn’t have heard of. However, for sufferers it is marked by severe pain running from the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) up near the ear, and down through the face. It can cause excruciating pain, often one-sided, in the face and ear radiating out to…
