Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9360456 | The Spine Journal | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Spinal manipulation can be associated with significant complications, often requiring surgical intervention. Pretreatment scanning may help identify patients with significant risk factors, such as substantial disc herniations or occult malignancies. Prompt evaluation and intervention is necessary when symptoms worsen or neurological deficits develop.
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Authors
Jeffrey S. MD, Daniel E. MD, David H. MD,