A newly published paper, “Vertebral Subluxation and Systems Biology: An Integrative Review Exploring the Salutogenic Influence of Chiropractic Care on the Neuroendocrine-Immune System,” in the Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research (Volume 2025, Pages 1-42) sheds light on the wide-ranging effects of chiropractic care, going beyond traditional views of musculoskeletal adjustments to explore how chiropractic interventions may positively influence the body's neuroendocrine-immune (NEI) system. The integrative review, led by Dr. Amy Haas and colleagues, compiles over two decades of research examining how chiropractic adjustments, particularly those correcting vertebral subluxations, may promote health and adaptability through neurologically mediated pathways.

The study emphasizes the biological plausibility of chiropractic care affecting more than just joint and spinal function. It suggests that spinal adjustments may help improve key indicators of health such as blood pressure, heart rate variability, and sleep quality. These findings underscore the interconnectedness of bodily systems and advocate for a broader, integrative perspective on chiropractic care’s role in promoting well-being.

By synthesizing a wide array of clinical research—including systematic reviews, randomized trials, and case studies—the authors present a novel view of chiropractic as a health-promoting (salutogenic) practice. This research suggests that chiropractic adjustments, particularly those targeting vertebral subluxations, may influence the body's physiological systems in a way that supports overall health, not just the musculoskeletal system.

"These findings open the door to new areas of research aimed at mapping the precise neural pathways and networks affected by chiropractic care," the authors state. The paper invites further exploration into how chiropractic adjustments can stimulate improvements in integrated physiological processes, such as the regulation of stress responses and immune function.

This groundbreaking research is an essential contribution to the field of chiropractic care, emphasizing the importance of an evidence-based, integrative approach to health and wellness.

For more information, please refer to the full article: “Vertebral Subluxation and Systems Biology: An Integrative Review Exploring the Salutogenic Influence of Chiropractic Care on the Neuroendocrine-Immune System,” published in the Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research, Volume 2025.

Matthew McCoy, DC, MPH
Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research
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