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Spinal Manipulation (Physiotherapy / Chiropractic)

Therapy
🔬Research

Moderate

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Time to effect

1–4 weeks

Effort level

low

Category

Therapy

Typical approach

Therapeutic treatment

How it works

Restores segmental joint mobility, reduces local muscle guarding, and may modulate pain via endogenous opioid and serotonin release. Cavitation (cracking) is not necessary for benefit.

Evidence supports use for non-specific low back pain. Not appropriate for back pain with progressive neurological symptoms, osteoporosis, or inflammatory arthritis. Choose a registered practitioner (AHPRA).

Finding a practitioner

Seek a qualified and registered practitioner. In Australia, check AHPRA (ahpra.gov.au) for registered health practitioners including physiotherapists, psychologists, and Chinese medicine practitioners.

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