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Epidemiology: spinal manipulation utilization.

Eric L Hurwitz¹

¹Department of Public Health Sciences, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii, Mānoa, Honolulu, HI 96822, USA. : ehurwitz@hawaii.edu

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Spinal manipulation is frequently used for back and neck pain by chiropractors, osteopaths, and physical therapists. Patient satisfaction is very high, though use in children may differ from adults.

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Area of Science:

Integrative Medicine
Musculoskeletal Health
Evidence-Based Practice

Background:

Spinal manipulation is a common conservative therapy.
Understanding its utilization patterns and predictors is crucial for healthcare providers and patients.
Existing literature provides insights into its application primarily in Western countries.

Purpose of the Study:

To systematically review and describe the use of spinal manipulation based on time, place, and person.
To identify factors that predict the utilization of spinal manipulation therapies.

Main Methods:

A systematic review of English-language literature published between 1980 and 2011.
Inclusion of 75 primary articles after screening 822 citations, supplemented by 21 additional articles from reference lists.
Focus on literature from North America, Europe, and Australia.

Main Results:

Spinal manipulation is predominantly delivered by chiropractors, osteopaths, and physical therapists, often alongside other conservative treatments.
The primary indications are back and neck pain, with non-musculoskeletal conditions representing a small fraction of uses.
While more common in adults, spinal manipulation may be more frequently used for non-musculoskeletal issues in children.
Patient satisfaction rates are consistently high across studies.

Conclusions:

Spinal manipulation is a widely accepted and highly satisfactory treatment for common musculoskeletal complaints, particularly back and neck pain.
Utilization patterns vary by patient demographics and provider type, with specific trends observed in pediatric populations.
Further research is needed to understand global utilization and predictors beyond the studied regions.