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Second Quarter 2026
(Apr-June)
Volume 6, Issue 6-4
read with your mind, care with your heart
PACBACK study and its relationship to Chiropractic: Is Chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy?
Dateline: Melbourne (26 February 2026)
Narrative: The PACBACK trial invites not only interpretation of its data, but reflection on how Chiropractic is being defined within contemporary research. If we study Chiropractic as generic SMT, we should not be surprised when the results describe generic SMT.
The deeper challenge is this: Can Chiropractic research design methodologies be robust enough to withstand scientific scrutiny while still honouring the complexity of the Chiropractic clinical encounter?
Until that question is addressed directly, we risk confusing what is measurable with what is meaningful, and mistaking the reduction of Chiropractic for its representation.
Indexing Terms: Chiropractic; PACBACK study; professional identity; SMT; adjustment.
Cite: PACBACK study and its relationship to Chiropractic: Is Chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy? Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.4 apcj.net/Papers-Issue-6-4/#BlumPACBACK
Advancing Chiropractic in India: Infrastructure, education, and national standards
Narrative: The world’s newest program of Chiropractic education is launching in India in May, 2026.
As curriculum curator of the Chiropractic Diplomatic Corps which is fostering this development I provide an overview of the infrastructure needed, along with the education component and the introduction of National Standards for the nation of India.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; Chiropractic Education; Global Health; Faculty Development; International Collaboration; India; standards.
Cite: Ebrall PS. Advancing Chiropractic in India: Infrastructure, education, and national standards. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.4. www.apcj.net/papers-issue-6-4/#EbrallIndiaLaunch
Establishment of Chiropractic in South Australia: And the story of Ross Coulthard
Narrative: Mainstream chiropractic was introduced into Australasia in 1914 through Henry Otterholt, a Palmer graduate, who set up practice in Dunedin, New Zealand. Walter Williams, Helen MacKenzie, Hector and Janet McBeath, had been referred to the Palmer School by Otterholt. The fifth practitioner was Mary Emma Redmond, an Australian, who had been referred to Palmer by Harold Williams.
Most remarkable is the story of Dr Ross Coulthard, which I present in detail drawing from personal information, historical research and oral histories.
We honour our Chiropractic pioneers by remembering them and connecting with their stories.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; History; South Australia; Australia; mainstream.
Cite: Peters RE, OAM. Establishment of Chiropractic in South Australia Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.4 apcj.net/Papers-Issue-6-4/#PetersSouthAustralia
Australian Chiropractic College Graduation 2025: President’s speech
Narrative: Speech as delivered by the President of the Australian Chiropractic College, Dr Patrick Sim, at the 2025 Graduation Ceremony, Adelaide Australia.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; History; South Australia; Australian Chiropractic College; Graduation.
Cite: Sim P. Australian Chiropractic College Graduation 2025: President’s speech. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.4. https://apcj.net/Papers-Issue-6-4/#ACC25Sim
Australian Chiropractic College Graduation 2025: Keynote address
Narrative: Speech as delivered by the Chair of Te Poari Kaikorohiti O Aotearoa, the Chiropractic Board of New Zealand, Dr Tim Cooper, at the 2025 Graduation Ceremony, Adelaide Australia.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; History; South Australia; Australian Chiropractic College; Graduation; Chiropractic Board of New Zealand.
Cite: Cooper T. Australian Chiropractic College Graduation 2025: Keynote address. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.4. https://apcj.net/Papers-Issue-6-4/#ACC25Cooper
Australian Chiropractic College Graduation 2025: Valedictorian
Narrative: Speech as delivered by the class Valedictorian, Dr Thomasine Teague, at the 2025 Graduation Ceremony, Adelaide Australia.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; History; South Australia; Australian Chiropractic College; Graduation.
Cite: Teague T. Australian Chiropractic College Graduation 2025: Valedictorian. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.4. https://apcj.net/Papers-Issue-6-4/#ACC25Valedictorian
Australian Chiropractic College Graduation 2025: The Bell-ringer’s address to the Class of '25
Narrative: Speech as delivered to the Class of '25 by the ‘Ringer of the Bell’ Dr Adelle Semmier, at the 2025 Graduation Ceremony, Adelaide Australia.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; History; South Australia; Australian Chiropractic College; Graduation.
Cite: Semmier A. Australian Chiropractic College Graduation 2025: The Bell-ringer’s address to the Class of '25. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.4. https://apcj.net/Papers-Issue-6-4/#ACC25BellRinger
Hypothesis on the Neuroreflex mechanism of blood pressure correction
Narrative: We present the hypothesis underpinning our new, innovative, non-pharmacological method of neuroreflex therapy for arterial hypertension (AH).
The purpose of this publication is to present the scientific rationale for testing the hypothesis that correction of sensory afferentation using the P-DTR method can lead to a sustained reduction in BP in patients with essential hypertension. Rigorous randomised controlled trials designed to evaluate its efficacy and safety are necessary to validate this approach.
This hypothesis is testable and meets the criteria of novelty, offering a new perspective on the therapeutic modulation of the neurogenic component of AH.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; Arterial hypertension, neurogenic mechanism, treatment with neuroreflex method.
Cite: Palomar JL, Zabrodin M, Kuznetsova LL. Hypothesis on the Neuroreflex mechanism of blood pressure correction. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.4. https://apcj.net/Papers-Issue-6-4/#PalomarHypothesis
P-DTR Neuroreflex Therapy Method: Theoretical basis and practical application
Narrative: This article presents for the first time a new therapeutic method: neuroreflex correction of body dysfunctions which can be used in the complex therapy and rehabilitation of various pathologies.
The method is effective, safe, non-invasive, requires no medications or equipment, and takes about 30 minutes of a doctor’s appointment.
A randomised clinical trial has been initiated to scientifically substantiate its application.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; P-DTR; Proprioceptive Deep Tendon Reflex; neurogenic mechanism; neuroreflex method.
Cite: Palomar JL, Zabrodin M, Kuznetsova LL. P-DTR Neuroreflex Therapy Method: Theoretical Basis and Practical Application. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.4. https://apcj.net/Papers-Issue-6-4/#PalomarTheoreticalBasis
Effectiveness of P-DTR treatment for athletes and patients with physical inactivity
Narrative: The purpose of the work was to study the effectiveness of treatment and rehabilitation with a new method of therapy, P-DTR (Proprioceptive Deep Tendon Reflex). The P-DTR method is intended for the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and diseases; it is a reflexive way of working with somatic dysfunctions in the human body.
Materials and methods: 47 people were examined and treated using the P-DTR method: 17 athletes and 30 patients with physical inactivity and not involved in sports. The group of athletes had sports injuries; in the group of patients with physical inactivity, there was chronic pain in the spine and joints associated with a sedentary lifestyle. In all subjects, symptoms were studied, graded on a VAS scale from 0 to 10 in the area of the patient’s complaints, muscle strength using dynamometry, joint mobility using goniometry, innervation, emotional state using the HADS questionnaire.
Discussion: After treatment with the P-DTR method, both groups showed significant improvement in all parameters without exception. Pain syndrome decreased most significantly in both groups and muscle strength increased. The index of joint mobility after treatment also increased in both groups.
Conclusion: treatment with the P-DTR method is safe, effective, painless, does not require drugs, injections or surgeries, or complex equipment, takes 15-30 minutes and has no contraindications.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; Arterial hypertension, neurogenic mechanism, treatment with neuroreflex method’ clinical effectiveness; Proprioceptive Deep Tendon Reflex; treatment of athletes and people with physical inactivity.
Cite: Palomar JL, Shemyakin AS, Zabrodin M, Kuznetsova LL. Effectiveness of P-DTR treatment for athletes and patients with physical inactivity. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.4. https://apcj.net/Papers-Issue-6-4/#PalomarEfectiveness
Neuroreflex Mechanism of Arterial Pressure Correction
Narrative: An innovative non-pharmacological method of neuroreflex therapy for arterial hypertension (AH) is presented. It targets the key mechanism of AH pathogenesis the neurogenic mechanism, with the leading executive factor being increased activity of the sympathetic nervous system.
The method is characterised by safety, non-invasiveness, and high efficacy with a procedure duration of 15-30 minutes.
To obtain evidence of efficacy, a randomised clinical trial, which is the ‘gold standard’ of evidence-based medicine, has been initiated.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; Arterial hypertension, neurogenic mechanism, treatment with neuroreflex method.
Cite: Palomar JL, Kuznetsova LL, Zabrodin M. Neuroreflex Mechanism of Arterial Pressure Correction. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.4. https://apcj.net/Papers-Issue-6-4/#PalomarArterialPressureCorrection
Rethinking Foot Dysfunction: How weak foundations create pain up the chain
Narrative: the foot is one of the most neurologically dense and mechanically sophisticated regions of the body. dysfunction of the feet can lead to pain and dysfunction in specific patterns elsewhere in the body.
The body is organised in myofascial lines, not isolated muscles. Tension, force, and sensory information travel along predictable pathways. Some of the key myofascial lines connected to the feet are the superficial back line, the deep front line, the spiral line, and the lateral line.
The feet are the foundation of the body’s stability to the ground, and when they are dysfunctional, the rest of the kinetic chain may compensate.
This is leading clinicians to ask if there should be an increased role in foot rehabilitation.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; orthotics; foot rehabilitation; fascial planes; compensation.
Cite: Traster D. Rethinking Foot Dysfunction: How weak foundations create pain up the chain. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.4. www.apcj.net/papers-issue-6-4/#TrasterFootDysfunction
The Four Realms and Purpose: Setting standards ‘above the line’
Narrative: The Australian College of Chiropractic has established a council representing four aspects of Chiropractic: philosophy, science, art, and practice. This paper briefly outlines its purpose and goals.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; philosophy; science; art; practice; Australian College of Chiropractic.
Cite: Sim P. The Four Realms and Purpose: Setting standards ‘above the line’. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.4. www.apcj.net/papers-issue-6-4/#SimFourRealms
An Interpretation of the Safer Care Victoria Review into Chiropractic spinal manipulation of children under 12: Its ambiguity, internal contradictions, and inconsistencies
Introduction: A Safer Care Victoria (SCV) review of chiropractic manipulation of children under 12 appears to have been misinterpreted and misquoted in the media and elsewhere. (1) The Review’s recommendation did not ban spinal manipulation, it did however, advise all four professions who provide the manual therapy that they should not provide spinal manipulation of the cervical spine for children under 12 years of age for a certain range of conditions as it claimed there was a lack of evidence of safety or efficacy. (Recommendations 2, 5, 6, SCV p 6, 7) There was no recommendation for a ban on Chiropractic spinal manipulation, due to the lack of evidence of harm.
Although not specified in 2020 or 2023, in June 2024, the Chiropractic Board of Australia (CBA) ‘reinstated’ its ‘2020 interim policy’ regarding paediatric patients of 2-years of age. (2 - 5) This followed a request of health ministers (COAG) due to ‘community concerns’ attributed to a misinterpretation of Chiropractic manipulative techniques. It is not known how the two years of age limit was derived in June 2024, as no evidence was cited. Board chairman Dr Wayne Minter stated ‘Following a request from health ministers in June, the Board has reinstated the interim policy on the spinal manipulation of children under two years of age, pending further consultation with ministers.’ (4)
The authors could not locate where the aged 2 years limit advice or evidence had been published earlier in any CBA statement.
Claims in the SCV Review that there was little evidence to support the involvement of Chiropractors in the limited range of non-musculoskeletal conditions that were studied. (SCV p24) We produce examples of evidence which tend to contradict such claims of limited evidence.
Objective: It would seem that the SCV recommendation has been misinterpreted by health authorities and reflected incorrectly by the media, that a ban on manipulating the spine of under 12-year-old children was recommended and implemented.
The recommendation stated ‘Spinal manipulation, as defined in Section 123 of National Law, should not be provided to children under 12 years of age’. (SCV p 2) This statement did not advocate a ban as it recommended only that treatment should not be provided ‘for the management of the following conditions’ (p 6), as it claimed there was ‘weak’ evidence to substantiate it.
It was not stated that spinal manipulation should not be administered due to harm.
Method: A critical analysis of the SCV Review was conducted. A search of The Index to Chiropractic Literature was undertaken with key words placed in the All Fields search box. A PubMed search was also undertaken with emphasis on the European medical literature and on the limited number of Chiropractic journals listed on the PubMed portal
Review: The SCV Review states: ‘Spinal manipulation, as defined in section 123 of National Law, should not be provided to children under 12 years of age, by any practitioner, for general wellness or for the management of the following conditions: developmental and behavioural disorders, hyperactivity disorders, autism spectrum disorders, asthma, infantile colic, bedwetting, ear infections, digestive problems, headache, cerebral palsy and torticollis’. (p 6) We challenge the narrow term of reference of this study by Cochrane Australia as it denied many studies and clinical reports which would have been applicable under different terms.
Summary: The misinterpretation of the findings of the SCV Review that manipulation of children was banned led to misconceptions being dispersed though the media and community. The recommendation was addressed to all manipulative professions, and was applicable to the treatment of certain conditions.
There was no evidence of prior serious adverse events in Australia to justify the falsely claimed ban on spinal manipulation of children under 12 years of age.
In additional research, the SCV Review claimed there was insufficient evidence for spinal manipulation to address certain disorders. It omitted to state that it may be appropriate for spinal manipulation to address certain symptoms associated with these conditions, patient preference and patient demand, as well as the many clinical studies that were supportive of its use.
Conclusion: Given the volume of other forms of evidence that is available for specified conditions, more appropriate research reporting should be implemented on such matters.
Such a discrepancy raises the question as to the particular selection of evidence cited in the SCV Review.
Claims that there was a ban placed on cervical spinal manipulation of children due to harm are grossly inaccurate. Claims that such a ban applied to the whole spine of children under 12 are also inaccurate. It is maintained here that the term ‘should not’ is not a ban.
Large sections of the media have been irresponsible and misleading in the inaccurate reporting of this matter. In doing so, a false image is generated which in turn, plays into the hands of the uninformed and monopolistic critics.
Claims of a lack of evidence supporting aspects of the Chiropractic model are challenged depending where and in what sources one conducts research.
There is a noted absence of evidence of serious harm through spinal manipulation by Chiropractors, on children in Australia. As such, the Safer Care Victoria Review is dismissed as a misleading anomaly.
The motive of the Review would seem to have been compromised by the apparent inconsistencies, contradictions, and ambiguities as well as what would appear to be an absence of any neutrality of input.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; Safer Care Victoria; paediatrics; Chiropractic Board of Australia.
Cite: Rome PL. Waterhouse JD. The Vertebral Subluxation premise: Principle 5, the intent is to correct dysfunction and restore normal function. Asia-Pacific Chiropr J. 2026;6.4. apcj.net/papers-issue-6-4/#RomeWaterhouseSCVInterp
The Leg Length Check and its importance to the complete practice of Chiropractic
Objective: To discuss the Leg length check as practiced by Chiropractors; its techniques, rationale, clinical value, physiological and neurophysiological roots and ramifications.
Background: In the process of performing various Chiropractic workshops, we have found that a significant portion of attendees did not uniformly incorporate complete leg length checks in their protocols. Furthermore, even those that did employ leg length tests in their protocols did not fully employ all the variations, nor did they comprehend the physiological and neurophysiological rational as to the entirety of what or why these tests reveal the findings that they do, and how that information is crucial to the treatment of the patient
Methods: An investigative meta-research study was undertaken perusing the existing published research both domestic and foreign, Chiropractic, Osteopathic, Allopathic, and Physiotherapeutic, to be as comprehensive as possible. This in order to illustrate all manner and variation (to our knowledge) of leg length check tests. The goal is to attempt to explain what those tests demonstrate, why and how they demonstrate their findings through spinal, fascial, osseous, and neurological reflex factors.
Conclusion: This study has attempted to explain the importance of proper procedures, the protocols, and the possible findings related to leg length checks. There was a presentation to explain how those findings can be physiologically justified. Factors such as fascia, muscle, spinal structure, osseous growth, and neurological reflexes were substantially discussed. It is our sincere hope that upon reading this study practitioners will come away with a new respect for this tool, making leg length checks a pivotal procedure in their office protocols, and comprehend the benefit of the information gleaned from these tests. It is recommended that further studies are needed to further corroborate these findings and those studies should include proper examiner training and patient population selection.
Indexing terms: Chiropractic; Subluxation; leg length; Derifield; neurological postural reflexes; dural torque; fascia; Lovett Brother; DeJarnette; SOT; Sacro Occipital Technique; Osseous growth factors.
Cite: Weiner G. The Leg Length Check and its importance to the complete practice of Chiropractic. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.4 www.apcj.net/papers-issue-6-4/#WeinerDerifield
Case Reports
Dry nights via Chiropractic care and/or Spinal Galant reflex integration:
A case study series of 6 school children with Nocturnal Enuresis
Narrative: This case study report discusses 6 cases of bedwetting children who received Chiropractic care and or functional neurology therapy based on the Melillo Method™. These children are aged between 6 and 15. All cases had never had one dry night since birth and one common finding shared across these cases was that they all had the Spinal Galant reflex retained when presented in their initial clinical consultations. The Spinal Galant reflex is present at birth that helps to facilitate trunk movements as the neonate descends through the birth canal. (3) The reflex should be inhibited by higher cortical functions and disappear by 9 months of age. The Spinal Galant reflex is tested by stroking the skin along the side of the spine, if present, that would cause muscle contraction and lateral flexion of the trunk toward the side stimulated. (19)
The common causes of nocturnal enuresis in children include developmental delay, constipation, poor arousal sleep, small bladder capacity, and neural integrity of both micturition centre of brainstem and lumbosacral plexus. Conservative options for early intervention include pelvic floor exercise or bladder training, rewards for dry nights, and moisture alarm devices. For medical treatment, the first line medications for nocturnal enuresis are desmopressin, anticholinergics and tricyclic antidepressants.
The improvements of bedwetting behaviour in these 6 cases with Chiropractic and or Spinal Galant reflex integration provided the practitioners, parents, and children themselves with a novel direction to approach bedwetting. Chiropractic care was aiming to offer optimal neural integrity by removal of vertebral subluxations and nerve interference to promote bladder control. NeuroImpulse Protocol™ is the chiropractic technique employed for 4 of the cases in this case study series.
Melillo Method™ is a functional neurology approach based on brain stimulations that promote neuroplasticity to improve cerebral network and functions. It is commonly offered to children with neurodevelopmental delay. There is a strong emphasis on primitive reflex integrations. (16) There were 2 cases with severe neurodevelopmental conditions exhibiting nocturnal enuresis that received Melillo Method™ in this case study series.
Cases 1 & 2 received Chiropractic adjustments only; Cases 3 & 4 received Melillo Method™ functional neurology therapy involving brain stimulation modalities with an emphasis of primitive reflex integration that included Spinal Galant reflex but no Chiropractic adjustment; Cases 5 & 6 received Chiropractic adjustments and were given Spinal Galant integration home exercise.
Indexing Terms: Chiropractic; AK; Melillo Method; Spinal Galant reflex; nocturnal enuresis; NeuroImpulse Protocol.
Cite: Huang JS-F. Dry nights via chiropractic care and or Spinal Galant reflex integration:A case series of 6 school children with Nocturnal Enuresis. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.3. www.apcj.net/papers-issue-6-3/#HuangEneuresisx6
Two case reports, M46 & M58yo, of long-term stroke recovery using a sensory motor reintegration approach
Background: Stroke-related motor and balance deficits often persist for years, yet evidence shows neuroplasticity can be rekindled long after the acute phase2,6. We present two chronic stroke cases treated with an integrated programme of manual spinal adjustments, vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR) exercises, multi-axis whole-body rotation, reaction-time drills, quantitative EEG (QEEG) tracking, and autonomic monitoring (Ocula) delivered in a regional clinic.
Case summaries: M58, 36‑months post‑ischaemic stroke with gait and cognitive deficits; M46, 8‑years post‑cerebellar infarct with imbalance and daily headache. With multiple sessions over several months, both showed improved posturography, oculomotor metrics, reaction time, and functional independence.
Interventions for both patients: (i) high-velocity low-amplitude spinal adjustments to segments with fixations; (ii) daily home VOR × 2 and dual-task balance drills; (iii) progressive multi-axis chair rotations (yaw, pitch, roll; 30–60 deg s⁻¹; 20–60 s bouts) with concurrent cognitive tasks; (iv) reaction-time panels (overlap, gap, anti- saccade paradigms); (v) lifestyle coaching and paced aerobic activity. QEEG and smartphone pupillometry (Ocula™) guided the session intensity.
Outcomes: Both survivors demonstrated objective sensory-motor and cognitive gains well beyond the accepted twelve-month plateau.
Conclusion: These cases illustrate that chronic stroke deficits can improve when a sensory-rich, individualised, and autonomically titrated programme is applied. Multi-axis vestibular stimulation and spinal adjustments may act as potent afferent primers that amplify subsequent task-specific learning. Controlled studies are required, but clinicians should consider multimodal, data-informed approaches rather than accepting late-phase stasis. Of note is that long term treatment appears to deliver long term gains.
Indexing Terms: Functional Neurological Disorder; Chiropractic; adjustment; chronic stroke recovery; sensory motor integration; multi axis vestibular stimulation; qEEG; Pupillometry.
Cite: Richardson D. Two case reports, M46 & M58yo, of long-term stroke recovery using a sensory motor reintegration approach. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.3. www.apcj.net/papers-issue-6-3/#RichardsonStrokeRecovery
Structural and biochemical interactions within the Chiropractic patient: An Adrenal Stress Disorder (ASD) case report
Narrative: Adrenal stress disorders (ASD) are one of the most common conditions globally, and stress-related illnesses are one of the most common comorbid conditions seen in Chiropractic patients and faced by integrative Chiropractic practitioners.
Every Chiropractor will discuss stress with a large number of their patients simply because most sick people, especially if they’ve been sick for any length of time, are involved with stress as a complicating factor of their health problems. In some cases, ‘finding and fixing’ this primary human problem unravels an immense complexity of other Chiropractic-relevant troubles in our patients.
Chiropractic applied kinesiology manual muscle testing procedures can be a helpful screening tool for patients with ASD. This case report discusses the story of a patient whose positive outcomes improved dramatically once ASD was recognised and treated, in addition to all the physical corrections made by the chiropractor. His complicated joint dysfunctions became very minor in his life after nearly a decade of pain.
Indexing Terms: Chiropractic; AK; Applied Kinesiology; Adrenal stress disorders; stress.
Cite: Cuthbert S. Structural and biochemical interactions within the Chiropractic patient: An Adrenal Stress Disorder (ASD) case report. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.3. www.apcj.net/papers-issue-6-3/#CuthbertAdrenalStress
Aberrant proprioception from dental crowns as a cause of unexplained Functional Muscle Weakness: A Case Series
Background: Unexplained, non-structural muscle weakness often presents a significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenge, frequently leaving patients undiagnosed or with long-term functional impairment. While central or neurological origins are often investigated, the role of altered peripheral proprioceptive input is often overlooked.
Case Presentation: We present three cases of patients suffering from severe chronic pain and functional muscle weakness. In all cases, the muscle weakness could be instantly and reversibly resolved by applying gentle pressure to the biting surface of specific dental crowns. Following the removal of the implicated crown(s), all patients achieved a full and lasting recovery from both the weakness and their concomitant chronic pain.
Discussion: This report proposes a mechanism where aberrant proprioceptive input from metallic dental crowns alters resting muscle tone via the trigeminal and wider nervous system pathways. This clinical observation supports research demonstrating that sensory input from teeth can rapidly modulate muscle excitation and inhibition. These cases suggest that dental restoration materials may be a previously unrecognised cause of functional muscle weakness and chronic musculoskeletal pain.
Indexing Terms: Chiropractic; AK; Applied Kinesiology; proprioceptive medicine; afferentology; dental crowns.
Cite: King S. Aberrant proprioception from dental crowns as a cause of unexplained Functional Muscle Weakness: A Case Series. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.3. www.apcj.net/papers-issue-6-3/#KingDentalCrowns
Improvement in thoracic alignment and bone density in a 65-year-old female with six compression fractures and severe osteoporosis following two weeks of concentrated Chiropractic care: A case report
Background: A 65-year-old female with a complex medical and personal history presented for Chiropractic care with primary concerns relating to overall wellbeing, and whose initial testing revealed severe osteoporosis.
Intervention: The patient commenced concentrated Chiropractic care using the Averio Functional Neurological technique which deploys a high-number of low force adjustments over the course of five days inpatient care.
Outcomes: Following two separate weeks of concentrated care, the patient reported improvements in sleep quality, energy levels, mood stability, and daily functional capacity. Repeat testing also revealed significant improvements in bone density.
Conclusion: This case demonstrates a role for Chiropractic care in supporting improvements in bone density and remodelling.
Indexing Terms: Chiropractic; subluxation; concentrated care; osteoporosis; scoliosis; well-being.
Cite: Kotlerman S, Martin A, Clark J, Dhaliwal A, Postlethwaite R, McIvor C. Improvement in thoracic alignment and bone density in a 65-year-old female with six compression fractures and severe osteoporosis following two weeks of concentrated chiropractic care: A case report. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.3. www.apcj.net/Papers-Issue-6-3/#KotlermanOsteoporosis
Decrease in pain, and increase in athletic performance and recovery time 44-year-old male: A case report
Background: A 44-year-old male presented for chiropractic care with primary complaints of back and neck pain that had been intermittent over the course of the past twenty years. Though his initial complaints were not novel, his outcomes beyond pain alone were notable.
Intervention: The patient was checked and adjusted using the Advanced Biostructural Correction Technique.
Outcomes: After a twelve-week course of care, the patients abnormal clinical findings had reduced from 23/45 to 5/45 alongside a significant improvement in posture, and a decrease in pain. A novel finding was that the patient also reported marked increase in athletic performance and recovery time.
Conclusion: Chiropractic care belongs in the conversation around human performance and recovery, not just in the world of neck and back pain.
Indexing Terms: Chiropractic; Subluxation; Advanced Biostructural Correction Technique; ABC; athletic performance; well-being.
Cite: Hartmann R, Postlethwaite R, McIvor C. Decrease in pain, and increase in athletic performance and recovery time 44-year-old male: A case report. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.3. www.apcj.net/papers-issue-6-3/#HartmannAthleticPerformance
Improvement in ADHD symptoms and mental ease in a 30-year-old female with multiple physical trauma: A case report
Background: A 30-year-old female presented for Chiropractic care with primary complaints of back and neck pain, and paraesthesia. She was a Hashimoto’s sufferer with a history of multiple traumas.
Intervention: The patient commenced a course of Chiropractic care during which she was checked and adjusted according to the Advanced Biostructural Correction technique.
Outcomes: In addition to a significant reduction in her presenting complaints, and improvements in her objective findings, the patient reported concomitant improvements in ADHD symptoms and mental ease.
Conclusion: Further research into the impact of Chiropractic care on mental health, including symptoms of adult ADHD may further establish Chiropractic care as a valuable, drug-free treatment option for such patients.
Indexing Terms: Chiropractic; Subluxation; Advanced Biostructural Correction Technique; ABC; ADHD; Hashimoto’s Disease; paraesthesia; well-being.
Cite: Walker H, Postlethwaite R, McIvor C. Improvement in ADHD symptoms and mental ease in a 30-year-old female with multiple physical trauma: A case report. Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2026;6.3. www.apcj.net/papers-issue-6-3/#WalkerMultipleTrauma
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