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I wonder where Stevie Barrett is?
He'd be pleased


Multiple Studies Confirm Positive Outcomes of Chiropractic Care for
Whiplash Injuries
CARMICHAEL, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Foundation for Chiropractic
Progress (www.f4cp.org), a not-for-profit organization, points to four
published research studies which validate that chiropractic care
provides significant, ongoing relief for whiplash. Whiplash is defined
as an injury to the cervical spine caused by an abrupt jerking motion
of the head, backward or forward, often occurring from rear on-set
automobile accidents and amusement rides or the result of falls,
accidents and sporting activities.

"Nearly one out of 15 adult Americans suffers from the annoying and
sometimes debilitating long-term effects of whiplash injury, usually
in the form of neck stiffness and pain," states Arthur C. Croft, D.C.,
M.Sc., M.P.H., F.A.C.O. director of the Spine Research Institute, San
Diego, CA and a member of the Foundation. "While chiropractic care in
the acute stage can often stave off this unpleasant outcome, two of
the studies have shown that even in the chronic stage, chiropractic
intervention can provide up to 90 percent relief for these
sufferers."

Dr. Croft cites research reported in Injury (27(9), 643-645) where
authors Gargan and Bannister state, "93 percent of the 28 patients
studied retrospectively were found to have a statistically significant
improvement following chiropractic care. Chiropractic care in this
study consisted of spinal manipulation, PNF (Stretching) and
cryotherapy."

In a follow-up study published in Journal of Orthopaedic Medicine,
21(1), authors Khan, Cook, Gargan, & Bannister conclude, "Whiplash
injuries are common. Chiropractic is the only proven effective
treatment in chronic cases. Our study enables patients to be
classified at initial assessment in order to target those patients who
will benefit from such treatment."

Additionally, Croft points to two studies reported in the Journal of
Manipulative Physiology and Therapy, 28(1), 3-11 in which authors
Giles and Muller state, "For chronic spinal pain in general, when
compared to acupuncture and traditional medical approaches,
chiropractic has generally be shown to be more effective."

Since most whiplash injuries occur from unexpected accidents, doctors
at the Foundation advise motorists and passengers to always practice
safe driving habits, regardless of how far they are traveling from
home.

"Whether you are driving locally to a convenience store or embarking
on a long road trip, careful driving and using the proper restraints
and seatbelts can help to prevent whiplash resulting from automobile
accidents," says Gerard W. Clum, D.C. president of Life Chiropractic
College West, Hayward, California, and spokesperson for the
Foundation.

"Proper safety and head gear can also assist in preventing whiplash in
sporting and other activities. Chiropractic care is a well established
and effective intervention providing considerable relief."

For more information on the benefits of chiropractic care visit www.f4cp.com
and access the Foundation's free Health Seekers calendar or call
916.359.0327.

About F4CP

The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress is a 501c6 corporation that
represents a cross section of the chiropractic and vendor communities
with the goal of increasing the public's awareness of the benefits of
chiropractic. www.f4cp.org.

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