Spine

Low back pain is common, costly and a significant cause of long-term sick leave and work loss. Many different interventions are available, but there exists no consensus on the best approach. One intervention often used is manipulative therapy. Current evidence from randomized controlled trials demonstrates that manipulative therapy may be as effective as other conservative treatments for LBP, but its appropriate role in the healthcare delivery system has not been established. The objective of this study was to assess changes in pain levels and physical functioning in response to standard medical care vs. SMC plus chiropractic manipulative therapy for the treatment of low back pain among 18- to 35-year-old active duty military personnel.

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