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First Quarter 2025
(Jan-Mar)
Volume 5, Issue 3 (5-3)
read with your mind, care with your heart
Editorial
Narrative: The late Dr Robert Coté was one of the top instructors working under Dr. DeJarnette. He has bequeathed his lifelong clinical research to assist us in our endeavour of bettering our clinical skills.
After all his years of clinical experience, he never stopped being amazed at how the basic SOT principles were proven to be correct and consistent with the new research in the field of neurophysiology.
He consistently studied the patients that were not responding positively to treatment and dedicated his life to understanding the underlying causal mechanisms.
His extensive clinical experience has led him to further his understanding of the body’s compensatory mechanisms involving mechanical patterns, neurophysiology and bio- energy, all within the SOT model of indicators. Understanding, recognising and correcting these compensatory mechanisms can facilitate the resolution of some of our most difficult cases.
The objective of this paper is to discuss these compensatory mechanisms and their respective indicators.
Indexing Terms: Chiropractic; SOT; Robert Coté
Cite: Vitez C. Dr. Robert Coté's Clinical Research. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2024;5.2. apcj.net/papers-issue-5-2/#VitezCoteResearch
Click through Dr Vitez's slides from her platform presentation and get the PDF
Overcoming Chirophobia
Narrative: This paper reviews the adversarial nature of the American Medical Association and gives its origin as Morris Fishbein who, for a quarter of a Century (1924-1949) led a concerted attack on Chiropractors. This resulted in many being jailed allegedly for practicing medicine without a licence.
Fishbein got into bed with Big Tobacco, and raised millions for the AMA through allowing tobaccos companies to advertise their products in the Journal of the American Medical Association of which he was editor. He boasted about how much such advertising he ‘turned down’ and did not accept.
The AMA’s Golden Goose of Big Tobacco was replaced by Big Pharma as governments woke up to the negative health effects associated with tobacco.
Even today political medicine is behind scare campaigns against Chiropractic, most notably through trying to associate the risk of stroke with the skilled cervical adjustments provided by a trained Chiropractor.
Not even the outcome of the Wilk v. AMA antitrust trial could restore the damage inflicted upon Chiropractors in conspiracy described as ‘systematic, long-term wrongdoing, and the long-term intent to destroy a licensed profession’.‘By labelling all chiropractors unscientific cultists, injury to reputation was assured by the AMA’s name-calling practice’, which was exactly the goal of the medical Goodfellas, to defame its main competition to invalidate their expertise and to capture the healthcare marketplace.
This paper is essential reading for all students of the profession, and indeed for those Chiropractors who may have forgotten the price paid by others before them to give them the freedoms they enjoy today in practice.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; AMA; Wilk Trial; Fishbein; Big Tobacco; Big Pharma
Cite: Smith JC. Overcoming Chirophobia Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2025;5.3 www.apcj.net/Papers-Issue-5-3/#SmithChirophobia
Dr. Robert Coté’s Clinical Research
Narrative: The late Dr Robert Coté was one of the top instructors working under Dr. DeJarnette. He has bequeathed his lifelong clinical research to assist us in our endeavour of bettering our clinical skills.
After all his years of clinical experience, he never stopped being amazed at how the basic SOT principles were proven to be correct and consistent with the new research in the field of neurophysiology.
He consistently studied the patients that were not responding positively to treatment and dedicated his life to understanding the underlying causal mechanisms.
His extensive clinical experience has led him to further his understanding of the body’s compensatory mechanisms involving mechanical patterns, neurophysiology and bio- energy, all within the SOT model of indicators. Understanding, recognising and correcting these compensatory mechanisms can facilitate the resolution of some of our most difficult cases.
The objective of this paper is to discuss these compensatory mechanisms and their respective indicators.
Indexing Terms: Chiropractic; SOT; Robert Coté
Cite: Vitez C. Dr. Robert Coté's Clinical Research. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2024;5.2. apcj.net/papers-issue-5-2/#VitezCoteResearch
Click through Dr Vitez's slides from her platform presentation and get the PDF
The Reality of Balancing Life as a Chiropractic Student and a Student-Athlete. [WCCS]
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; World Congress of Chiropractic Students, WCCS; time management; perseverance; adaptability
Cite: Nepton G. The Reality of Balancing Life as a Chiropractic Student and a Student-Athlete [WCCS]. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2025;5.3. www.apcj.net/papers-issue-5-3/#NeptonBalancing
Quantum thinking and subluxation: Beyond the censorship of the GCC
Context: This paper continues my examination of the idea of subluxation as it is used commonly within conventional Chiropractic practice. I build on earlier papers in which I identified the majority of Chiropractors as Realists who describe clinical subluxation using fuzzy dialogue and achieve successful clinical outcomes through patient interdependency. Here I specifically continue from my immediately previous paper examining Quantum Theory.
Whilst most Chiropractors conceive of and treat subluxation as a physical entity I lament the absence of any such published physical dimensions of subluxation as revealed in my earlier systematic review.
Discussion: I continue with my argument that Chiropractors should move on from the idea of Classical science which demands agreement to confirm something exists and instead accept that as a clinical lesion subluxation is ethereal and will exist when and where a trained Chiropractor finds clinical evidence to say it exists. I further explore the roles of superposition and observation in determining the presence of subluxation, and show how two chiropractors can vary with their assessment of a common patient.
Conclusion: My biggest concern is that the GCC is censoring from the curriculum any ‘traditional explanatory frameworks such as life force, vitalism and a belief that manipulating the spine to remove restrictions or “chiropractic subluxations’’ cannot be taught except as concepts’, meaning students in the UK are collectively the poorer.
I propose Chiropractors should start thinking of subluxation as a quantum ‘thing’ with all the questionable dimensions that a quantum ‘thing’ carries. And I argue that this idea must be brought to all students studying the discipline.
Indexing Terms: Chiropractic; subluxation; Quantum Mechanics; GCC; censorship
Cite: Ebrall P. Quantum thinking and subluxation: Beyond the censorship of the GCC. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2025;5.3. apcj.net/Papers-Issue-5-3/#EbrallQuantumSubluxation
Clinical Evidence
as peer-reviewed Case Reports
Wheelchair to walking in 9 months: ABC™ Meningeal Releases and Stiff Person Syndrome: A case report
Narrative: Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) is a neuro-immunological condition most frequently associated with the GAD65 autoantibody. Common treatments are benzodiazepines and intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG).
The case presented is of a 66-year-old female diagnosed with SPS by a neurologist after more than a decade of worsening muscle spasms and subsequently confirmed with elevated levels of GAD65. Her condition was continuing to deteriorate despite IVIG, baclofen, botulinum toxin, and Chiropractic spinal manipulation.
The introduction of Meningeal Releases as taught as part of the chiropractic technique, Advanced BioStructural Correction™ combined with Chiropractic spinal manipulation was concomitant with progressive improvement in the condition of the patient, to the extent that the patient progressed from wheelchair bound to ambulatory within 9 months of beginning treatment.
Further research to explore the causal relationship between meningeal tension and SPS may inform additional treatment options.
Indexing Terms: Chiropractic; subluxation; ABC™; Meningeal release; Stiff Person Syndrome
Cite: Osborne H, Woods B, Chu E. Wheelchair to walking in 9 months: ABC™ Meningeal Releases and Stiff Person Syndrome: A case report. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2025;5.3. www.apcj.net/papers-issue-5-3/#OsborneWheelchairWalking
Chiropractic Applied Kinesiology methods for cervical herniated disc syndrome along with sciatica and bilateral frozen shoulder: A case report
Objective: To present a single case study of a 52-year-old Filipino female with severe pain in her lower lumbar region, left hip, and radicular pain down her left leg. Additionally, bilateral ‘frozen shoulders’ were present, with radiculopathy down both arms to the wrists. To present an overview of the muscular impairments found during manual muscle testing (MMT) evaluation that guided the interventions offered.
Clinical Features: The low back muscular dysfunction was exacerbated by both movements in the cervical spine and dysfunctions in the feet, which had been present for over 5 years. The patient had undergone spinal laminectomy surgery at the L5-S1 level 5 years previously.
Intervention and Outcome: Chiropractic evaluation and treatment, and in particular applied kinesiology (AK)-guided chiropractic and nutritional evaluation and treatment, were used for treatment of the numerous factors causing the symptoms. Following spinal and nutritional chiropractic treatment, the patient showed significant improvement in her leg and foot pain, was able to bear weight without pain, and had full restoration of ROM and comfort in the use of her arms. The patient has remained symptom free for 5 months since her first 5 treatments.
Conclusion: The MMT procedures used in this patient’s care offered useful information directly linking the assessment procedure to the treatment method that resolved her chronic musculoskeletal dysfunction and pain and corrected her debilitating upper and lower body symptoms.
Indexing Terms: Chiropractic; subluxation; bilateral frozen shoulder; sciatica; upper cervical; herniated disc syndrome.
Cite: Cuthbert S. Chiropractic Applied Kinesiology methods for cervical herniated disc syndrome along with sciatica and bilateral frozen shoulder: A case report. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2025;5.3. www.apcj.net/papers-issue-5-3/#CuthbertFrozenShoulder
A Functional Neurological Disorder case series utilising a sensory motor integration model including Chiropractic and vestibular stimulation
Objective: Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) is a complex condition characterised by neurological symptoms that cannot be explained by a structural or organic disease. Traditional interventions often emphasise psychological and physiotherapeutic approaches. This case series explores the efficacy of an integrative treatment combining Chiropractic care, Vestibular Rehabilitation (VR), and Sensory Motor activities in four patients diagnosed with FND.
Methods: Four patients (2 females, 2 males, age range 15-48 years) with confirmed FND were treated. Each presented with distinct neurological complaints including motor weaknesses, sensory disturbances, and movement disorders. An individualised treatment regimen was designed for each patient combining Chiropractic Adjustments, tailored VR exercises, and specific sensory motor activities. The intervention spanned 3 - 36 weeks, and outcomes were evaluated based on symptom reduction and functional improvement.
Results: All four patients exhibited significant improvement post-treatment with three patients achieving complete resolution. The movement disorders, such as seizures, tremors and dystonia, were reported as achieving considerable symptom alleviation.
Conclusion: This case series suggests that an integrative approach, melding Chiropractic care with Vestibular Rehabilitation and Sensory Motor activities, may offer a promising avenue for the management of FND. Larger controlled studies are warranted to validate these findings and to further explore the underlying mechanisms behind this synergistic therapeutic approach.
The clinical presentation and treatment course of each patient is presented, including the specific VR and Chiropractic techniques used, and report on their outcomes. We also discuss the potential mechanisms by which VR and Chiropractic treatment may be effective for individuals with FND.
Indexing Terms: Functional Neurological Disorder; Chiropractic; Sensory Motor Integration; Rotating Chair; Vestibular Rehabilitation; PNES; Homeostasis
Cite: Richardson D. A Functional Neurological Disorder case series utilising a sensory motor integration model including Chiropractic and vestibular stimulation. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2025;5.3. www.apcj.net/papers-issue-5-3/#RichardsonFNeurox4
Chiropractic management of cervical disc herniations: A case series
Narrative: The cervical disc syndrome has classic indicators of motor, reflex, and sensation dysfunction. Applied kinesiology Chiropractic techniques may indicate a subluxation when all of the disc diagnostic criteria are not present.
Goodheart postulates that some cervical spine and low back pain, as well as radicular problems from the cervical and lumbar levels, can result from a unique type of lower cervical subluxation, causing laxity of the annulus fibrosis and perhaps an intervertebral disc bulge. His interest in this was piqued by the work of Kabat, who found that lower cervical disc problems often caused low back and leg pain. Kabat went so far to state ‘This investigation has demonstrated conclusively that compression of the cervical spinal cord by the herniated nucleus pulposus of the cervical disc is the most common cause of low back and leg pain’.
Two case reports highlight the Goodheart-AK-chiropractic approach to this disturbing problem for chiropractic patients.
Indexing Terms: Chiropractic; Subluxation; Low Back pain; leg pain; cervical disc.
Cite: Cuthbert S. Chiropractic management of cervical disc herniations: A case series. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2025;5.3. apcj.net/papers-issue-5-3/#Cuthbert2Cxdiscs
Advanced Biostructural Correction™ and its impact on Pulmonary Function: A case report
Narrative: Chronic lower back pain (CLBP) is a prevalent condition that impacts various health aspects, including respiratory function. This case study examines the effects of Advanced Biostructural Correction™ in a patient with CLBP, aiming to assess changes in pulmonary function.
A detailed evaluation was performed using spirometry to measure respiratory parameters before and after a series of chiropractic treatments that targeted spinal realignment. The results demonstrated significant improvements in forced vital capacity (FVC) and peak expiratory flow (PEF), highlighting the potential of this type of chiropractic care in enhancing respiratory efficiency through improved posture.
This study underscores the importance of integrating postural assessment in the management of patients with respiratory symptoms and suggests broader consideration for Advanced Biostructural Correction™ in research and practice.
Indexing Terms: Chiropractic; subluxation; ABC™; Advanced Biostructural Correction; Chiropractic Case Report; Pulmonary Function
Cite: Birnie L, Woods B, Chu E. Advanced Biostructural Correction™ and Its Impact on Pulmonary Function: A case report. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2025;5.3. www.apcj.net/papers-issue-5-3/#BirniePulmonaryFunction
Parkinson’s’ Disease and Soft Tissue Orthopedics (STO): A Case Report
Narrative: Parkinson’s Disease is more common in the elderly and prevalence rises from 1% in those over 60 years of age to 4% of the population over 80. The mean age of onset is around 60 years and the disease is attributed to selective loss of neurons in the substantia nigra.
Increased homocysteine levels seem associated with PD and have also been found related to inflammatory bowel disease, for which colonoscopy may be required with its risk of bowel perforation, as occurred with this patient. She required surgical resection for a perforation of the colon after which her examination findings revealed a patient who had deteriorated significantly from her last office visit.
Soft Tissue Orthopedics was the main therapeutic approach in the Chiropractor’s office including temporal sphenoidal (TS) diagnosis, extremity and cranial-dural-sacral assessment, nutritional therapy, proprioceptor disruption reflex points. A complete package of care was provided and at last treatment she was found to be strong, stable, with significant balance and stability, and only a slightly noticeable tremor in her left ankle.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; Soft Tissue Orthopedics; Parkinson’s Disease; bowel resection; temporal sphenoidal reflex points.
Cite: Davis KY, Blum C. Parkinson’s’ Disease and Soft Tissue Orthopedics (STO): A Case Report. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2025;5.3 www.apcj.net/papers-issue-5-2/#DavisBlumParkinsons
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