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Network
Spinal Analysis Research
The
following is a list of peer-reviewed publications involving Network
Spinal Analysis Care. Further information regarding Network Spinal
Analysis Research currently in process or programs where information
on Network Spinal Analysis Research has been presented is available at
www.associationfornetworkcare.com
Improvement in Attention in Patients Undergoing Network Spinal
Analysis: A Case Series Using Objective Measures of Attention
Pauli Y. Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research, August 23,
2007; 1-9
Objective: Anecdotal preliminary evidence suggests that chiropractic
care may be of benefits for individuals suffering from ADHD. This case
series presents the improvement in attention experienced by 9 adult
patients undergoing Network Spinal Analysis.
Methods:
Nine adult patients are presented (4 male, 5 female) with a mean age
of 40.4 years (range 22 – 58 years old). All patients were evaluated
with the Test of Variable of Attention (TOVA) before receiving Network
Spinal Analysis (NSA) care and at 2 months into care. The nine
patients received level 1 NSA care for two months, as taught by the
Association for Network Care. Neurospinal integrity was evaluated with
palpation, as well as surface electromyography. Cognitive process of
attention was objectively evaluated using a continuous performance
test, the Test of Variables of Attention (TOVA).
Results: We
evaluated our patient cohort before and after Network care using sEMG
and variables from the continuous performance test (TOVA). Before
care, all patients had an abnormal ADHD score with a mean of -3.74
(range: - 8.54 to -1.89). After 2 months of care, all patients had a
significant change in ADHD score (p=0.08) and 88% completely
normalized the ADHD score. 77% and 66% of patients experienced
significant change in reaction time and variability score,
respectively. All patients experienced a significant reduction in sEMG
pattern of activation (p=0.08). We discuss possible mechanisms by
which spinal care may have enhanced the function of the prefrontal
cortex, thereby resulting in improved attentional capacities
Conclusion:
In this case series the nine adult patients experienced significant
improvement in attention, as measured by objective outcomes, after
receiving two months of Network Spinal Analysis. The progress
documented in this report suggests that NSA care may positively affect
the brain by creating plastic changes in the prefrontal cortex and
other cortical and subcortical areas serving as neural substrate for
the cognitive process of attention. These findings may be of
importance for individuals suffering from attention deficit. Further
research into this area is greatly needed.
Quality
of Life Improvements and Spontaneous Lifestyle Changes in a Patient
Undergoing Subluxation-Centered Chiropractic Care: A Case Study
Pauli Y. Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research, October 11,
2006; 1-15
Purpose of Study: This case study is to report the improvement in
quality of life experienced by a patient undergoing subluxation-centered
chiropractic care.
Clinical
Features: A 36 year old male presented with primary health concerns of
stress, eye pain and left leg pain of 14 years duration radiating to
the foot and secondary complaints of gastritis, ulcers, nervousness,
depression, lack of concentration and general loss of interest in
daily life. The patient also smokes, does not exercise, eats a
sub-optimal diet and rated his family and friends support, as well as
job satisfaction as sufficient.
Intervention and Outcome: We discuss the various analyses employed to
evaluate vertebral subluxations, including paraspinal surface
electromyography and thermography. Adjustive care included a
combination of Network Spinal Analysis, Torque Release Technique and
diversified structural adjustments to correct vertebral subluxations
over a six month period. We used visual analog scales, open-ended
questions and selected items from the Self-Rated Health and Wellness
Instrument to monitor health changes, as well as the positive
improvements in quality of life as perceived by the patient himself.
Conclusion:
This case study demonstrates that the correction of vertebral
subluxations over an 11 month period was associated with significant
improvements in the quality of life of the patient.
Chiropractic Care of a Battered Woman: A Case Study
Bedell L. Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research, July 20, 2006;
1-6
Objective:
This case study documents the chiropractic care of battered woman
struggling with Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). Chiropractic offers
battered women a unique service, it is the only profession trained and
licensed to detect and correct vertebral subluxations. The
relationship between the stresses of abuse and vertebral subluxation,
as well as the subsequent changes during chiropractic care, are
described.
Clinical
Features: A Caucasian, 23-year old female presented with headaches,
neck pain, and upper back pain. The initial complaint noted sharp,
knife-like pains into the medial scapular borders, worse on the right
side. Tingling extended into the right hand, most severe in the 2nd,
3rd, and 4th fingers.
Chiropractic care and outcome: Protocols of both Torque Release and
Activator techniques were utilized to evaluate vertebral subluxations.
Subjective quality of life issues were evaluated through a Network
Spinal Analysis (NSA) Health Status Questionnaire. After commencing
chiropractic care, this woman suffered a cervical spine
hyper-extension/hyper-flexion type injury from an automobile accident.
For the first 30 days after, adjustments were applied twice weekly.
Acute exacerbations of symptoms unrelated to the original complaints
were displayed and progress became irregular. During the next 60 days,
there were various unexplained falls and severe flare-ups of painful
symptoms, and she finally admitted to being battered by her husband.
Referrals to counselors and programs dealing with domestic violence
were provided. Once the physical battering stopped, consistent
progress was noted in both clinical symptoms and quality of life
issues.
Conclusion:
As a battered woman must receive emotional and social support to
improve her situation, it is important for chiropractors to recognize
the “red flags” of IPV. Chiropractors re-evaluate regularly for
changes in vertebral subluxation patterns and can recognize
inconsistent responses. They may also be the first caregivers to offer
a vitalistic approach; considering a woman’s physical, chemical, and
emotional quality of life; a perspective that offers significant
connection and trust. This article serves as a foundation on the topic
of IPV and chiropractic, for use in both communities.
Wellness lifestyles II: Modeling the dynamic of wellness, health
lifestyle practices, and Network Spinal Analysis.
Schuster TL, Dobson M, Jauregui M, Blanks RH. Journal of Alternative
and Complimentary Medicine. April 2004;10(2):357-67.
PMID: 15165417
OBJECTIVE:
Empirical application of a theoretical framework linking use of
Network Spinal Analysis (NSA; a holistic, wellness-oriented form of
complementary and alternative medicine [CAM]), health lifestyle
practices, and self-reported health and wellness. DESIGN:
Cross-sectional self-administered survey study. RESPONDENTS: Two
thousand five hundred and ninety-six (2596) patients from 156 offices
of doctors who were members of the Association for Network
Chiropractic (currently titled Association for Network Care);
estimated response rate was 69%. MEASURES: Exogenous variables entered
into the structural equation model include gender, age, education,
income, marital status, ailments, life change, and trauma. A wellness
construct consisted of calculated difference scores between two
referents, "presently" and "before Network" care, for self-reported
items representing wellness domains of physical state,
mental-emotional state, stress evaluation, and life enjoyment.
Positive reported change in nine items assembled into dietary
practices, health practices, and health risk dimensions serve as
indicators of the construct of changes in health lifestyle practices.
The NSA care construct consisted of duration of care in months,
awareness of energy and awareness of breathing since beginning Network
care. RESULTS: Of the exogenous variables only gender, age, and
education remain in the final parsimonious structural equation model
in these data. Reported wellness benefits accrue to individuals along
a direct path from both self-reported positive lifestyle change
(0.22), and from NSA care (0.43). The path (0.65) from NSA care to
positive health lifestyle changes indicates that NSA care also has an
indirect effect on wellness through changes in health lifestyle
practices.
CONCLUSIONS: The Structural Equation model tested in these analyses
lends support to our theoretical framework linking wellness, health
lifestyles, and CAM. This study provides further evidence that our
measurements of health and wellness are particularly appropriate for
investigating wellness-oriented CAM. There is a positive relationship
between the experience of NSA care and self-reported improvements in
wellness as well as self-reported changes in lifestyle practices. NSA
care users tend toward the practice of a positive health lifestyle,
which also has a direct effect on reported improvements in wellness.
These empirical links are discussed relative to the sociodemographic
characteristics of this population and show that use of NSA care is an
aspect of a wellness lifestyle.
Wellness lifestyles I: A theoretical framework linking wellness,
health lifestyles, and complementary and alternative medicine.
Schuster TL, Dobson M, Jauregui M, Blanks RH. Journal of
Alternative and Complimentary Medicine. April 2004;10(2):349-56.
PMID: 15165416
Scholarship concerning complementary and alternative medicine (CAM)
practices within the United States could benefit from incorporating
sociological perspectives into the development of a comprehensive
research agenda. We review the literature on health and wellness
emphasizing definitions and distinctions, the health lifestyles
literature emphasizing issues of both life choices and life chances,
and studies of CAM suggesting utilization as an aspect of a wellness
lifestyle. This review forms the foundation of a new theoretical
framework for CAM research based on the interrelationship of CAM with
health promotion, wellness, and health lifestyles. To date, few
studies have sought to bring these various elements together into a
single, comprehensive model that would enable an assessment of the
complexity of individual health and wellness in the context of CAM. We
argue that attention to literatures on health measurement and health
lifestyles are essential for exploring the effectiveness and
continuing use of CAM.
The Transition of Network Spinal Analysis Care: Hallmarks of a
Client-Centered Wellness Education Multi-Component System of Health
Care Delivery
Epstein D. Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research, April 5,
2004; 1-7
Network Spinal Analysis TM (NSA) care has been transitioned from a
health care system with the objective of correction of two types of
vertebral subluxation, to a multi-component system of health care
delivery with emphasis on wellness education for participating
clients. NSA care is now delivered and communicated in discrete Levels
of Care with emphasis on client participation through self-evaluation.
Emphasis on wellness education will be introduced into NSA practice
through training via a Certificate Program currently under
development. This paper considers some hallmarks that delineate a
wellness education, patient (client)-centered practice. The concepts
presented relative to this wellness model of health care delivery are
believed to be applicable to any approach with similar practice
objectives. The perspective presented considers that the major aspects
of a patient-centered, wellness education health care delivery system
is multi-dimensional. Hallmarks include differentiating terms, and
establishing a wellness mentality. Substantiation of the discipline
must be established through credible published research regarding its
efficacy and safety as well as a consistent and valid means of
measuring progressive outcomes derived from the care received. The
relationship of NSA to other disciplines is discussed.
Successful In Vitro Fertilization in a Poor Responder While Under
Network Spinal Analysis Care: A Case Report
Senzon SA. Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research, September 14,
2003; 1-6
Objective:
This case report describes the successful in vitro fertilization (IVF)
of a 34 year old female who had one previous aborted IVF attempt prior
to Network Spinal Analysis (NSA) care. This case report is being
presented to add to other case reports that show positive
physiological changes in patients receiving NSA care.
Clinical
Features: The IVF was attempted due to her partner’s azoospermia. The
first IVF attempt was on 3/26/02. The patient had a poor follicular
growth after the standard hyper-stimulation process of the ovaries,
including pre-treatment with Mircette (birth control pills) and
1mg/0.2ml of Lupron (a gonadotropin releasing hormone agonist), and
3-6 amps of Gonal-F (a recombinant fsh) starting on cycle day 3. Her
baseline day 3 estradiol and LH levels were only 21.2pg/me and 5.0 I.U./L
respectively. On cycle day 8, estradiol was only 56% and LH was 6.6
I.U./L. The Gonal-F was increased to 6amps. This first attempt was
canceled due to the poor follicle growth. Only 3-4 follicles of
insufficient size between 10-14mm each were found.
Chiropractic Care and Outcomes: On 4/11/02, the patient commenced
regular NSA care. The second IVF attempt began on 6/6/02. The change
in IVF protocol was the addition of Repronex (also a gonadotropin a
combination of LH and fsh). The total increased dose of Gonal-F and
Repronex was 6amps, compared to the first attempt of only 3amps which
was then increased to 6amps of Gonal-F only.
Conclusion:
On the second IVF attempt, estradiol was 1001pg/ml on day 8, and
2019pg/ml on day 11, with LH at 9.3. The Oocyte retrieval after the
second attempt was 10 eggs, each approximately 18mm. A successful
aspiration of eggs was completed on 6/17/02, and a successful
pregnancy followed. The patient is still under NSA care, and is now in
her second trimester with normal fetal heart sounds. The possible role
of NSA care in the vigorous follicular growth and other health
benefits is discussed.
Insult,
Interference and Infertility: An Overview of Chiropractic Research
Behrendt M. Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research, May 2, 2003; 1
Objective:
Infertility is distinct from sterility, implying potential, and
therefore raises questions as to what insult or interference
influences this sluggish outcome. Interference in physiological
function, as viewed by the application of chiropractic principles,
suggests a neurological etiology and is approached through the
mechanism of detection of vertebral subluxation and subsequent
appropriate and specific adjustments to promote potential and
function. Parental health and wellness prior to conception influences
reproductive success and sustainability, begging efficient, effective
consideration and interpretation of overall state and any distortion.
A discussion of diverse articles is presented, describing the response
to chiropractic care among subluxated infertile women.
Clinical
Features: Fourteen retrospective articles are referenced, their
diversity includes: all 15 subjects are female, ages 22-65; prior
pregnancy history revealed 11 none, 2 successful unassisted, 1
assisted, 1 history of miscarriage. 9 had previous treatment for
infertility, 4 were undergoing infertility treatment when starting
chiropractic care. Presenting concerns included: severe low back pain,
neck pain, colitis, diabetes, and female dysfunction such as absent or
irregular menstrual cycle, blocked fallopian tubes, endometriosis,
infertility, perimenopause and the fertility window within a
religiousbased lifestyle, and a poor responder undergoing multiple
cycles of IVF.
Chiropractic Care and Outcome: Outcomes of chiropractic care include
but are not limited to benefits regarding neuromuscular concerns, as
both historical and modern research describe associations with
possible increased physiological functions, in this instance
reproductive function. Chiropractic care and outcome are discussed,
based on protocols of a variety of arts, including Applied Kinesiology
(A.K.), Diversified, Directional Non-Force Technique (D.N.F.T.),
Gonstead, Network Spinal Analysis (N.S.A.), Torque Release Technique (T.R.T.),
Sacro Occipital Technique (S.O.T.) and Stucky-Thompson Terminal Point
Technique. Care is described over a time frame of 1 to 20 months.
Conclusion:
The application of chiropractic care and subsequent successful
outcomes on reproductive integrity, regardless of factors including
age, history and medical intervention, are described through a
diversity of chiropractic arts. Future studies that may evaluate more
formally and on a larger scale, the effectiveness, safety and cost
benefits of chiropractic care on both well-being and physiological
function are suggested, as well as pursuit of appropriate funding.
Chaotic
Modeling in Network Spinal Analysis: Nonlinear Canonical Correlation
with Alternating Conditional Expectation (ACE): A Preliminary Report
Bohacek S, Jonckheere E. Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research,
December 1998; 2(4): 188-195
Abstract - This paper presents a preliminary non-linear mathematical
analysis of surface electromyographic (sEMG) signals from a subject
receiving Network Spinal Analysis (NSA).The unfiltered sEMG data was
collected over a bandwidth of 10-500 Hz and stored on a PC compatible
computer. Electrodes were placed at the level of C1/C2,T6, L5, and S2
and voltage signals were recorded during the periods in which the
patient was experiencing the "somatopsychic" wave, characteristic of
NSA care. The intent of the preliminary study was to initiate
mathematical characterization of the wave phenomenon relative to its
"chaotic," and/or nonlinear nature. In the present study the linear
and nonlinear Canonical Correlation Analyses (CCA) have been used. The
latter, nonlinear CCA, is coupled to specific implementation referred
to as Alternating Conditional Expectation (ACE). Preliminary findings
obtained by comparing canonical correlation coefficients (CCC’s)
indicate that the ACE nonlinear functions of the sEMG waveform data
lead to a smaller expected prediction error than if linear functions
are used. In particular, the preliminary observations of larger
nonlinear CCC’s compared to linear CCC’s indicate that there is some
nonlinearity in the data representing the "somatopsychic" waveform.
Further analysis of linear and nonlinear predictors indicates that 4th
order nonlinear predictors perform 20 % better than linear predictors,
and 10th order nonlinear predictors perform 30% better than linear
predictors.This suggests that the waveform possesses a nonlinear
"attractor" with a dimension between 4 and 10. Continued refinement of
the ACE algorithm to allow for detection of more nonlinear distortions
is expected to further clarify the extent to which the sEMG signal
associated with the "somatopsychic" waveform of NSA is differentiated
as nonlinear as opposed to random.
Reduction of Psoriasis in a Patient under Network Spinal Analysis
Care: A Case Report
Behrendt M. Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research, December
1998; 2(4): 196-200
This case report describes the progress of a 52 year old male with
chronic psoriasis, first diagnosed in April of 1992. After the
condition exacerbated over a five year period, he was placed on 12.5
mg/week methotrexate, and oral immunosuppressant medication in October
of 1997.After commencing the medication, the condition reduced from 6%
body coverage, with flares of 15-20%, to a body coverage of 5%.
Following a cessation of the oral medication in February, 1998, the
condition recurred at the previous uncontrolled level within one
month. The patient was again placed on 12.5 mg/week methotrexate, and
subsequently the condition reduced to 5% body coverage. The patient’s
dose was reduced to 10 mg/week, and later to 7.5 mg/week, with the
psoriasis remaining at 5% coverage. On 5/18/98, the patient commenced
regular NSA care. He reported a reduction in the psoriasis condition
on 6/3/98, and was taken off the oral medication on 6/25/98. The
reduction continued, and the patient was advised by his medical
physician on 7/01/98 to continue the cessation of oral medication. As
of 9/30/98 the psoriasis had decreased to 0.5% to 1.0 % of coverage,
and prior plans to initiate ultraviolet-A therapy were canceled. As of
11/98, a five month period since cessation of methotrexate, the
patient has remained under regular NSA care, with no recurrence of
psoriasis body coverage greater than 1%, the only medication being a
topical ointment. This is contrasted to the recurrence after one
month, following the patient’s first cessation of methotrexate, and
prior to NSA care. The possible role of NSA care in the reduction of
the patient’s psoriasis, and other health benefits is discussed.
Changes
in Digital Skin Temperature, Surface Electromyography, and
Electrodermal Activity in Subjects Receiving Network Spinal Analysis
Care
Miller E, Redmond P. Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research, June
1998; 2(2): 87-95
A preliminary study was conducted to evaluate changes in digital skin
temperature (DST), surface electromyography (sEMG), and electrodermal
activity (EDA) in a group of twenty subjects receiving Network Spinal
Analysis (NSA) care. Data, simultaneously derived from all three
parameters, were considered to be indirect correlates of sympathetic
nervous system activity. Subjects, including a group of five controls,
were assessed for a period of 17 minutes. The continuous assessment
period included a baseline interval of 4.5 minutes, followed by a 12.5
minute period which was divided into five 2.5 minute intervals. Care
was administered to the NSA recipient group immediately after the
baseline period, whereas controls received no intervention following
baseline. Results revealed no significant differences in DST either
within or between the two groups. Surface EMG readings were relatively
constant over the five intervals following baseline in the NSA group,
while controls showed significant (p < 0.05) increases in sEMG at the
second through fifth intervals relative to the first interval
following baseline activity. Electrodermal activity was significantly
decreased (p < 0.01) in the NSA group in the second through fifth
intervals compared to baseline. Moreover, decreases varied between
intervals, but exhibited a leveling from the third through fifth
interval. Control subjects, alternatively, exhibited an increase in
EDA in all intervals following baseline. The extent of increase
resulted in EDA activity significantly greater than the NSA group at
the third through fifth intervals. It was concluded that the increase
in EMG activity in the control groups may have reflected an increasing
level of anxiety due to the duration of the recording period. Since
the NSA group expressed constancy in sEMG activity during the same
period, coupled to significant decreases in EDA, a "sympathetic
quieting effect" was postulated to occur in subjects receiving NSA
care. This conclusion is consistent with hypothesized neurological
pathways linked to responses observed during NSA care, as well as
other reports of self-reported improvements in mental/emotional state
and stress reduction in patients receiving Network Chiropractic Care.
Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging: About the Cover
Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research, 1998; 2(1): Cover
About the
Cover: Functional Magnetic resonance Imaging (fMRI), which measures
the relative presence of oxy-hemoglobin, has gained attention as a
non-invasive medium through which high resolution images of the brain
and other tissue may be acquired. This technology may provide a useful
assessment of cortical changes following chiropractic intervention.
Images of the patient depicted on the cover, on the left, reflect
cortical activity (lighted areas in the parietal cortex, frontal
cortex areas 9, 10; visual association areas 19, 37, and 39)
associated with the learning process of a "novel" muscular maneuver of
the foot. Images on the right reflect cortical activity following a
Network Spinal Analysis (form of chiropractic) adjustment session,
taken approximately 20 minutes after the first set of images,
involving the same activity. The decrease in "lighted" areas before
and after the adjustment session suggests that less cortical
"planning" or "activity" is associated with the "novel" foot maneuver.
Thus, the ability of fMRI to visualize changes in cortical activity
may play a significant role in elucidating the consequences of
vertebral subluxation correction on neurological function.
An Impairment Rating Analysis Of Asthmatic Children Under
Chiropractic Care
Graham R, Pistolese R. Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research,
1997; 1(4): 41-48
A
self-reported asthma-related impairment study was conducted on 81
children under chiropractic care. The intent of this study was to
quantify self-reported changes in impairment experienced by the
pediatric asthmatic subjects, before and after a two month period
under chiropractic care. Practitioners, representing a general range
of six different approaches to vertebral subluxation correction,
administered a specifically designed asthma impairment questionnaire
at the appropriate intervals. Subjects were categorized into two
groups; 1-10 years and 11-17 years. Parents/guardians completed
questionnaires for the younger group, while the older subjects
self-reported their perceptions of impairment. Significantly lower
impairment rating scores (improvement) were reported for 90.1% of
subjects 60 days after chiropractic care when compared to the
pre-chiropractic scores (p < 0.05) with an effect size of 0.96. As
well, there were no significant differences across the age groups
based on parent/guardian versus self rated scores. Girls reported
higher (less improvement) before and after care compared to boys,
although significant decreases in impairment ratings were reported for
each gender. This suggested a greater clinical effect for boys which
was supported by effect sizes ranging from 1.2 for boys compared to
0.75 for girls. Additionally, 25 of 81 subjects (30.9%) chose to
voluntarily decrease their dosage of medication by an average of 66.5%
while under chiropractic care. Moreover, information collected from
patients revealed that among 24 patients reporting asthma "attacks" in
the 30 day period prior to the study, the number of "attacks"
decreased significantly by an average of 44.9% (p <.05). Based on the
data obtained in this study, it was concluded that chiropractic care,
for correction of vertebral subluxation, is a safe nonpharmacologic
health care approach which may also be associated with significant
decreases in asthma related impairment as well as a decreased
incidence of asthmatic "attacks." The findings suggest that
chiropractic care should be further investigated relative to providing
the most efficacious care management regimen for pediatric asthmatics.
[Note: NSA care was one of the chiropractic approaches used in this
study supported by the Michigan Chiropractic Council]
A
Retrospective Assessment of Network Care Using a Survey of Self-Rated
Health, Wellness and Quality of Life
Blanks RH, Schuster TL, Dobson M. Journal of Vertebral Subluxation
Research, 1997; 1(4): 15-31
The present
study represents a retrospective characterization of Network Care, a
health care discipline within the subluxation-based chiropractic
model. Data were obtained from 156 Network offices (49% practitioner
participation rate) in the United States, Canada, Australia, and
Puerto Rico. Sociodemographic characterization of 2818 respondents,
representing a 67-71% response rate, revealed a population
predominately white, female, well-educated, professional, or white
collar workers. A second objective of the study included the
development and initial validation of a new health survey instrument.
The instrument was specifically designed to assess wellness through
patients’ self-rating different health domains and overall quality of
life at two "time" points: "presently" and retrospectively, recalling
their status before initiating care ("before Network"). Statistical
evaluation employing Chronbach’s alpha and theta coefficients derived
from principle components factor analyses, indicated a high level of
internal reliability in regard to the survey instrument, as well as
stable reliability of the retrospective recall method of self-rated
perceptions of change as a function of duration of care. Results
indicated that patients reported significant, positive perceived
change (p < 0.000) in all four domains of health, as well as overall
quality of life. Effect sizes for these difference scores were all
large (>0.9). Wellness was assessed by summing the scores for the four
health domains into a combined wellness scale, and comparing this
combined scale "presently" and "before Network." The difference, or
"wellness coefficient" spanning a range of -1 to +1, with zero
representing no change, showed positive, progressive increases over
the duration of care intervals ranging from 1-3 months to over three
years. The evidence of improved health in the four domains (physical
state, mental/emotional state, stress evaluation, life enjoyment),
overall quality of life from a standardized index, and the "wellness
coefficient," suggests that Network Care is associated with
significant benefits. These benefits are evident from as early as 1-3
months under care, and appear to show continuing clinical improvements
in the duration of care intervals studied, with no indication of a
maximum clinical benefit. These findings are being further evaluated
through longitudinal studies of current populations under care in
combination with investigation of the neurophysiological mechanisms
underlying its effects.
Network
Spinal Analysis: A System of Health Care Delivery Within the
Subluxation-Based Chiropractic Model
Epstein, D. Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research, August 1996;
1(1): 51-59
The
theoretical basis and clinical application of Network Spinal Analysis
(NSA) is described. NSA delivers health care within the subluxation-based
chiropractic model and seeks to contribute to the distinction of the
various techniques and methods within the profession by describing and
discussing its major characteristics. In this regard, clinical
observations relative to the application of the Network Protocol have
been described in relation to the monitoring of patient and
practitioner outcomes. Relevant research from a separate Network Care
retrospective study, which impacts on its characterization, profiles
the patient population as predominantly female. Other data indicates
that Network Care is widely and consistently practiced. Additionally,
patients report significant, positive changes in health-related
quality of life measures linked to certain clinical components of
Network Care.
Visualization of a stationary
CPG-revealing spinal wave* (Abstract from research at the University of Southern California, Professor Edmond Jonchkeere, et al.)
Program of MEDICINE MEETS VIRTUAL REALITY 14 - ACCELERATING CHANGE IN HEALTH CARE: NEXT MEDICAL
TOOLKIT* conference where Professor Jonchkeere will present a paper on the NSA Somatopsychic Wave (Prof. Jonckheere's presentation is scheduled on pg. 20)
Paper Presentation accepted at the International Society of Quality of Life Research Conference in Prague, Czech Republic Nov. 12-15th, 2003
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