Study: Chiropractic Care Works for Troops with Lower Back Pain

chiropractic helps troops with back pain

Military.com reported on a recently published report on a study of chiropractic care in the military. 

"The $7.5 million study was ordered under the fiscal 2010 National Defense Authorization Act, signed into law on Oct. 28, 2009. According to the report released Sept. 6, the trials showed some positive results."

A series of clinical trials examined whether chiropractic care reduced back pain and improved fitness compared to military personnel not receiving chiropractic care. The studies showed reduced back pain, increased strength, and improved endurance in those that received chiropractic care. The non-chiropractic group comparatively lost strength and endurance during the studies.

"'Based on the results, the investigators concluded that chiropractic care improves key fitness characteristics among active-duty service members with lower back pain and could lead to improved military readiness in such individuals,' the report notes."

The study confirms prior military research that demonstrated improved outcomes, improved readiness, and lower costs with chiropractic care compared to standard medical care for the military. Even with proven effectiveness and a survey by Blue Star Families demonstrating desire to access chiropractic care, the Military.com article notes continued restrictions limit availability of chiropractic services, especially for military dependents and retirees.

It's time our military, retirees, and their families had full access to the benefits of chiropractic care. Contact your congressman to ask for action.

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