A Critical Review of Spinal Manual Therapy for People with Osteoporosis

Overview:

This course described a critical review of the safety and applicability of spinal manual therapy for people with osteoporosis by reviewing biomechanical and clinical literature.

The force produced on the spine during manual therapy varies widely. The three identified clinical studies reviewed reported few adverse events with Grade III/IV mobilizations, and participants experienced some benefits to pain and function.

Speaker:

Dr. Caitlin McArthur is an Assistant Professor at Dalhousie University. Her research focuses on improving the effectiveness of and access to rehabilitation for people living with chronic health conditions across the continuum of care, particularly home and long-term care. She is interested in fall and fracture prevention and improving functional mobility for clinically complex older adults. She completed her MScPT at the University of Toronto, and her PhD at the University of Waterloo with a specialization in Aging, Health, and Well-being.