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Monocular visual loss after closed head trauma: immediate resolution associated with spinal manipulation
Summary
Spinal injuries can cause vision loss, but spinal manipulation may restore sight. This case highlights the potential link between spinal health and visual function recovery.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Ophthalmology
- Chiropractic Medicine
Background:
- Spinal injuries are not typically associated with visual disturbances.
- The relationship between spinal health and ocular function requires further investigation.
Observation:
- A 9-year-old female experienced two episodes of vision loss: bilateral visual field narrowing and subsequent monocular vision loss.
- Both incidents occurred after trauma, with the initial event linked to spinal issues and the second to a head injury.
Findings:
- The patient's visual field narrowing resolved immediately following spinal manipulation under anesthesia.
- Monocular vision loss also showed improvement after treatment, with recovery confirmed by an ophthalmic specialist.
Implications:
- This case suggests spinal manipulation may be a viable treatment for certain types of vision loss.
- Further research is needed to understand the pathogenesis, potentially involving psychoneurosis or migraine variants.