Index to Chiropractic Literature
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  Title Improvement in chronic hypertension following a single upper cervical adjustment: A case report
URL https://vertebralsubluxationresearch.com/2015/01/19/improvement-in-chronic-hypertension-following-a-single-upper-cervical-adjustment-a-case-report/
Journal J Upper Cervical Chiropr Res. 2015 Winter;2015(1):1-5
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Publication Type Case Report
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Objective: To report a case presenting with chronic hypertension undergoing upper cervical chiropractic care.

Clinical Features: A 55-year-old male seeking chiropractic care with a 20-25 year history of hypertension. Various medication combinations have been used without success in maintaining normal blood pressure. Radiographs revealed an atlas misalignment anterior and superior with right laterality. History revealed a traumatic side blow cervical spine injury 25-30 years prior to chiropractic visit.

Intervention and Outcome: The patient received upper cervical specific chiropractic care over a seven month period. Thermography performed bilateral in the cervical spine via infra-red technology and leg length inequality were used to analyze progress on a daily visit basis. Radiographic analysis was utilized to determine the characteristics of the upper cervical misalignment present. An upper cervical adjustment was performed according to the KCUCS knee chest protocol. Through the course of 7 months care, the patient received one upper cervical adjustment and the blood pressure progressively lowered.

Conclusion: The findings presented in this case study suggest that an upper cervical chiropractic adjustment may benefit patients who have unresolved chronic hypertension.

Author Keywords: Atlas, Subluxation, Upper Cervical Spine, Hypertension, Upper Cervical Knee Chest Adjustment

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