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Performance based objective outcome measures and spinal manipulation.

Steven R Passmore¹, Martin Descarreaux

¹School of Medical Rehabilitation, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. passmore@cc.umanitoba.ca

Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology : Official Journal of the International Society of Electrophysiological Kinesiology

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This overview categorizes performance outcome measures for spinal manipulation, highlighting successes and shortcomings. Future research aims to objectively quantify spinal manipulation

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Area of Science:

Biomedical Engineering
Neuroscience
Rehabilitation Science

Background:

Spinal manipulation is a common therapeutic intervention.
Objective measurement of its effects is crucial for clinical understanding.
Existing outcome measures vary widely in approach and application.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a general overview of performance-based outcome measures for spinal manipulation.
To categorize and analyze the background, successes, and limitations of these measurement techniques.
To identify future research directions for objective assessment.

Main Methods:

Categorization of outcome measures into three main groups: biomechanically constrained, neurologically constrained, and perceptual/complex task constrained.
Review of literature to identify and describe various measurement techniques.
Analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of each category.

Main Results:

Performance-based outcome measures offer objective insights into spinal manipulation's effects.
Categories include motor performance, neurological responses, and perceptual/complex task measures.
Each category presents unique advantages and limitations in assessing spinal manipulation outcomes.

Conclusions:

Objective performance measures are essential for understanding spinal manipulation's impact.
Further research is needed to refine and validate these measures.
Developing comprehensive assessment tools will enhance clinical application and research in spinal manipulation.