Reduction in Cholesterol and Improved Quality of Life in a Patient with Dyslipidemia Undergoing Chiropractic Care: A Case Study
Curtis Fedorchuk DC Bio , Jill Leeder Burk DC Bio, Sean Phillips DC Bio
Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research ~ June 2, 2011 ~ Pages 26-36
Abstract
Objective: To report on changes in cholesterol levels and quality of life in a patient following chiropractic care.
Clinical Features: A 49 year old female presents with neck pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, low back pain, dyslipidemia and vertebral subluxations. Lipid lowering statins were prescribed by her medical physician but using her own judgment, she elected not to take them.
Intervention and Outcome: The patient was treated with Diversified and Chiropractic Biomechanics of Posture® (CBP) techniques over a six-month time span. During initial care, her total cholesterol improved from 221 to 170 mg/dL. LDL went from 153 to 109 mg/dL and HDL went from 33 to 38 mg/dL. Triglycerides improved from 241 to 199 mg/dL. Quality of life scores were increased in eight categories. No other interventions were used.
Conclusion: The clinical process documented in this report suggests that the combination of Diversified and CBP® chiropractic care reduces subluxations and stress on the spinal column and nervous system. As a result of this reduced stress, there is a reduction of dysponesis, which is evidenced by the improved quality of life and blood serum cholesterol levels.
Keywords: Cholesterol, SF-36, Quality of Life, Chiropractic Biomechanics of Posture® (CBP), triglycerides, cholesterol, vertebral subluxation
That's really interesting that you've linked chiropractic work and cholesterol. Great work. I really appreciate the fresh perspective from a genuine chiropractor.
Posted by: Chiropractical | October 28, 2011 at 04:03 PM
It's great to know that a chiropractic massage can actually help lessen cholesterol. There are people who suffer from cholesterol problems, and they can benefit from chiropractic therapy.
Posted by: Rodger Funderberk | November 29, 2011 at 05:14 AM
Wow, this is good news for everyone. Obesity is a risk, and if chiropractic practices can help solve this social problem, it should be promoted!
Posted by: Anton Houskeeper | December 07, 2011 at 07:21 AM