Chiropractic care of acute low back pain and incidental spina bifida occulta: a case report.

Abstract

OBJECTIVE:

The purpose of this case report is to describe chiropractic care of an adolescent with acute low back pain and incidental finding of spina bifida occulta managed with high-velocity low-amplitude manipulation.

CLINICAL FEATURES:

A 10-year-old boy was referred for chiropractic care by his pediatrician for the management of low back pain after a fall 3 days prior. Examination and medical records revealed the patient also had spina bifida occulta at the level of L5.

INTERVENTION AND OUTCOME:

High-velocity low-amplitude treatment for lower back pain showed resolution of patient's pain after 6 visits. No adverse effects were reported.

CONCLUSION:

An adolescent patient with lower back pain and incidental finding of spina bifida occulta improved with a course of care that included with high-velocity low-amplitude manipulation therapy.

• Authors: Gregory P Cofano, Benjamin C Anderson, Eric R Stumpff
• Journal: Journal of chiropractic medicine (J Chiropr Med) Vol. 13 Issue 4 Pg. 273-7 (Dec 2014) ISSN: 1556-3707 [Print] United States
• PMID: 25435841 (Publication Type: Journal Article)