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A feasibility study of chiropractic spinal manipulation versus sham spinal manipulation for chronic otitis media with effusion in children.

Author: BolineP D, BransonR, EvansR L, SawyerC E, SpicerA

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Overview

Recruitment for a randomized controlled trial investigating the efficacy of chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) for children with chronic otitis media with effusion is feasible and could be enhanced by medical collaboration. Parents are willing to participate in such a study and are extremely compliant with daily diaries, suggesting that quality-of-life and functional status measures can be successfully used in a larger trial. Objective outcomes assessment involving tympanometry and otoscopy was found to be challenging.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Pediatric otitis media with effusion is a common and costly condition. Although chiropractors have anecdotally claimed success in treating otitis media, there is little research to support their claims. OBJECTIVE: A pilot study was undertaken for the purpose of assessing the feasibility...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/s0161-4754(99)70061-8

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Exploring Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation for Chronic Otitis Media with Effusion

Dr. Camel here, venturing into the intriguing world of alternative therapies! This study explores the feasibility of a clinical trial investigating the potential benefits of chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) for children with chronic otitis media with effusion, a common condition that can cause hearing loss and other complications. This research is like exploring a hidden oasis in the vast desert of alternative medicine, seeking to understand the potential benefits of this treatment approach.

The Feasibility of Chiropractic SMT for Otitis Media

The study demonstrates the feasibility of conducting a randomized clinical trial comparing active chiropractic SMT to a placebo treatment for children with chronic otitis media with effusion. The researchers found that recruitment for the trial was achievable, and patients and parents were willing to participate. This is a significant finding, as it paves the way for further research into the potential role of chiropractic SMT in managing this condition.

Navigating the Path to Evidence-Based Care

The study emphasizes the importance of rigorous scientific research to evaluate the effectiveness of alternative therapies, like chiropractic SMT. The findings highlight the need to move beyond anecdotal evidence and establish a strong evidence base for these treatments. This research, like a well-marked trail through the desert, helps guide us towards a more evidence-based approach to healthcare, ensuring that patients receive the most effective and safe treatment options.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study demonstrates the feasibility of conducting a randomized clinical trial to evaluate the effectiveness of chiropractic SMT for chronic otitis media with effusion. The findings underscore the importance of rigorous research to establish evidence-based practices for alternative therapies. It's like finding a new source of water in the desert, a potential source of effective and safe treatment options for children with this condition.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1999-08-24
  2. Date Revised 2019-11-03
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

10395431

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/s0161-4754(99)70061-8

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