Effectiveness and Safety of Spinal, Chiropractic & Osteopathic manipulation

1 Evidence of moderate quality suggests that spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) has similar effects to those of recommended therapies in the treatment of chronic low back pain in people, including short-, intermediate-, and long-term pain reduction as well as functional improvement. 2 There are several benefits of a chiropractic adjustment including: Helps minimize migraines and neck-related headaches. Improves your posture. Reduces pain and improves range of motion of your spine and other joints. 3 It works well to relieve low back discomfort. Although modest side effects like mild to severe discomfort or pain in the treatment area are possible, osteopathy is generally regarded as a safe treatment. headache. fatigue.