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- Title
Cervical Spine Manipulations: Role of Diagnostic Procedures, Effectiveness, and Safety from a Rehabilitation and Forensic Medicine Perspective: A Systematic Review.
- Authors
Bernetti, Andrea; La Russa, Raffaele; de Sire, Alessandro; Agostini, Francesco; De Simone, Stefania; Farì, Giacomo; Lacasella, Giorgia Viola; Santilli, Gabriele; De Trane, Stefania; Karaboue, Michele; Ruiu, Pierangela; Mangone, Massimiliano; Leigheb, Massimiliano; Santilli, Valter; Fiore, Pietro
- Abstract
Background: Cervical spine manipulations (CSM) have been performed for centuries and are a widely practiced intervention to manage cervical spine musculoskeletal disorders. We aimed to perform an overview of the literature concerning the effects and the adverse events of CSM in the Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM) field with a forensic medicine perspective. Methods: A search in the scientific literature (PubMed, Google Scholar, PEDro and Cochrane) was carried out from inception until October 2020. Results: Fourteen articles were included in this narrative summary. The possible development of side effects requires a careful mandatory balance of benefits and risks even when there is an indication for this approach. Moreover, a qualified professional is essential to perform CSM–a non-invasive therapeutic procedure that can be potentially harmful. Conclusions: In conclusion, it is essential to perform the diagnosis, to treat, and to manage complications within the PRM field, both for the reduction of malpractice claims and, most importantly, for the safety of the patient.
- Subjects
CERVICAL vertebrae; FORENSIC medicine; MEDICAL rehabilitation; SCIENTIFIC literature; PATIENT safety
- Publication
Diagnostics (2075-4418), 2022, Vol 12, Issue 5, pN.PAG
- ISSN
2075-4418
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3390/diagnostics12051056