Neck manipulation

The Vertebral Column

Cervical manipulation, commonly known as neck manipulation, is a procedure involving adjustment of the upper 7 vertebrae of the spinal column. This procedure is most often utilized by chiropractors, as well as osteopathic physicians who practice osteopathic manipulation.[1] This type of manipulation may increase the risk of stroke and other issues, with studies suggesting the relationship is causative.[2][3][4]

Location

The cervical areas is located in the upper neck region of the spine from C1 to C7.

Methods

Many types of practitioners use various techniques to adjust the position of the cervical bones. They include bonesetters, physical therapists, chiropractors, non-physician osteopaths, and osteopathic physicians. The various techniques range from high velocity low amplitude thrusts to gentle positional release techniques such as Brett's Procedure.

Risks

There are associated risks that come with cervical manipulation including spinal disc herniation, stroke and vertebral artery dissection. Chances of stroke may be increased due to possible tears in neck arteries, known as cervical dissection, and is among the most common causes of stroke for young and middle-aged adults.[5] Other studies have shown no significance between cervical manipulation and vertebrobasilar stroke.[6][7]

See also

References

  1. ↑ Vincent, Dr. Charles; Furnham, Adrian (July 7, 1997). Complementary Medicine: A Research Perspective. John Wiley & Sons. pp. 15–16. ISBN 0-471-96645-2. Retrieved 16 May 2017.
  2. ↑ Anahad O'Connor (August 25, 2008). "Really? - Can Manipulating Your Neck Lead to a Stroke?". New York Times. Retrieved January 7, 2015.
  3. ↑ Susan Berger (January 6, 2014). "How safe are the vigorous neck manipulations done by chiropractors?". Washington Post. Retrieved January 7, 2015.
  4. ↑ Stephen Perle (June 19, 2015). "Chiropractic care and the risk of vertebrobasilar stroke". On Health. Retrieved July 1, 2015.
  5. ↑ Dennis Thompson (August 7, 2014). "Could Chiropractic Manipulation of Your Neck Trigger a Stroke?". WebMD. Retrieved July 1, 2015.
  6. ↑ Cassidy, David J; Boyle, Eleanor (April 2008). "Risk of Vertebrobasilar Stroke and Chiropractic Care". Eur Spine Journal. 17 (1): 176–183. PMC 2271108. PMID 2271108.
  7. ↑ Haldeman, Scott; Carey, Paul (September 2002). "Clinical perceptions of the risk of vertebral artery dissection after cervical manipulation". The Spine Journal. 2 (5): 334–342. doi:10.1016/S1529-9430(02)00411-4. Retrieved 16 May 2017.


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