A new study shows that clinician-supported self-management, but not spinal manipulation, is linked to greater improvement in disability from low back pain than recommended medical care.

“How do you spell relief …?” Some people with back or neck discomfort resort to self-manipulation in an attempt to feel better. A quick self-administered twist or thrust to the general problem area ...

Many people try to relieve neck tension by forcefully twisting their neck until it "cracks," but this self-manipulation can be risky and should be avoided. Safe neck adjustments should only be ...