Archive for January 2026
Effective Treatment for Chronic Low Back Pain
A recent study found that myofascial release combined with stabilization exercises is an effective combination to improve pain, balance, muscle function, flexibility, muscle tone, disability, and autonomic regulation in chronic low back pain patients. Doctors of chiropractic often use
these and other conservative treatments in the management of chronic low back pain.
Medical Science Monitor, September 2025
Treatment for Forward Head Posture
Forward head posture is a postural misalignment in which the head protrudes forward in front of the body’s center of gravity, increasing strain on the neck and upper back muscles. A
recent study involving 46 young adult women with symptomatic forward head posture found that adding diaphragm myofascial release—a manual technique used to reduce tension, stiffness, and fascial restriction of the diaphragm—resulted in greater improvements in cervical spine posture and chest expansion than neck exercises alone. Doctors of chiropractic commonly use a combination of manual therapies and targeted exercises to address postural faults, including forward head posture. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, December 2025
Managing Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
The sacroiliac joint (SIJ) is a stability-oriented joint designed to transmit load between the spine and lower extremities, rather than to permit large or visible movement. Injury or
dysfunction of the SIJ is estimated to contribute to 15–30% of low back pain cases, suggesting that SIJ function should be routinely assessed when patients present with lower back complaints. A recent literature review found that muscle energy techniques and manipulative therapies—hands-on treatments commonly provided by chiropractors—are effective treatment options for SIJ dysfunction. Journal of Sport Rehabilitation, September 2025
Mobilization Therapy Effective for Acute Whiplash Neck Pain
A recent clinical trial that included 120
patients with acute neck pain following a motor vehicle collision found that mobilization therapy resulted in faster and
better short-term improvement than standard treatment alone. Doctors of chiropractic are trained in the delivery of
mobilization and other manual therapies for the management of whiplash-associated neck pain.
Journal of Integrative Medicine, November 2025
Monthly Pain Update – January 2026
Low back pain is extremely common and remains one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, resulting in substantial healthcare utilization and cost. Because of this broad impact, identifying and implementing effective, safe, and cost-efficient strategies to diagnose, manage, and prevent low back pain is essential to improve patient outcomes and reduce overall healthcare burden.
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