Michael Oppelt1, Dave Juehring2, Glenn Sorgenfrey3, Phyllis J Harvey4, Susan M Larkin-Thier5. 1. Academic Health Center, Palmer College of Chiropractic, 1000 Brady Street, Davenport, IA 52803, USA. Electronic address: Oppelt_m@palmer.edu. 2. Director Palmer Chiropractic Rehabilitation and Sports Injury Department, Palmer College of Chiropractic, 1000 Brady Street, Davenport, IA 52803, USA. 3. Palmer College of Chiropractic, 1000 Brady Street, Davenport, IA 52803, USA. 4. Collection Management Librarian, Palmer College of Chiropractic, 1000 Brady Street, Davenport, IA 52803, USA. 5. Academic Health Center, Palmer College of Chiropractic, 1000 Brady Street, Davenport, IA 52803, USA.
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: This case report demonstrated physical function improvement of a 31-year-old male, four years post cerebral vascular compromise, with 32 weeks of Chiropractic adjustive and Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) rehabilitation care. METHODS: Chiropractic care occurred weekly over a 32 week care program with the inclusion of DNS treatments over the final 16 weeks. Functional changes were tracked via Low Back Bournemouth assessment, objective findings and independent clinical examination. RESULTS: Throughout care the patient progressed with non-assisted ambulation, global improvement in balance and movement pattern, decreased Low Back Bournemouth assessment scores from 43% to 23%. DISCUSSION: This therapeutic approach reduced the patient's physical disabilities, enhancing quality of life. CONCLUSION: Chiropractic adjustive care combined with DNS treatment improved functional deficits warranting consideration in subsequent care investigations.
INTRODUCTION: This case report demonstrated physical function improvement of a 31-year-old male, four years post cerebral vascular compromise, with 32 weeks of Chiropractic adjustive and Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) rehabilitation care. METHODS: Chiropractic care occurred weekly over a 32 week care program with the inclusion of DNS treatments over the final 16 weeks. Functional changes were tracked via Low Back Bournemouth assessment, objective findings and independent clinical examination. RESULTS: Throughout care the patient progressed with non-assisted ambulation, global improvement in balance and movement pattern, decreased Low Back Bournemouth assessment scores from 43% to 23%. DISCUSSION: This therapeutic approach reduced the patient's physical disabilities, enhancing quality of life. CONCLUSION: Chiropractic adjustive care combined with DNS treatment improved functional deficits warranting consideration in subsequent care investigations.