BACK PAIN: Is Spinal Mobilization Effective?

This article reviewed the effect of spinal mobilization without any other therapies for patients with lower back pain and found that spinal mobilization was effective on pain, function, range of motion as well as other outcomes. ~ Dr. Broussard

Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice
Volume 34, February 2019, Pages 51-63

Is spinal mobilization effective for low back pain?: A systematic review
Kosaku Aoyagi

Highlights
• Fourteen studies in spinal mobilization alone for low back pain were assessed.

• The quality of the studies was moderate to high.

• The outcomes of pain, function and range of motion have higher level of evidence.

• Future studies may investigate dosage-related effects of spine mobilization.

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