{"title":"The Chiropractic Vertebral Subluxation Part 3: Complexity and Identity From 1908 to 1915","authors":"Simon A. Senzon MA, DC","doi":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><p>The purpose of this paper is to review and discuss the history of chiropractic vertebral subluxation (CVS) between 1908 and 1915.</p></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><p>Evidence from the works of Daniel D. Palmer, Bartlett J. Palmer, Joy Loban, Willard Carver, James Firth, Alva Gregory, John Howard, Arthur Forster, and Harold Swanberg demonstrates that chiropractic during this period was characterized by increasingly complex theories of CVS, which contributed to defining the profession. Critiques of CVS as a central identifier of the profession begin with this early period when students of D. D. Palmer’s early graduates became school leaders and theorists. Textbooks were self-published during this period, including D. D. Palmer’s final works, 4 books from his son B. J. Palmer, and texts from their students. Chiropractic graduates of subsequent schools also contributed to emerging writings and concepts. Chiropractic vertebral subluxation was central to nearly all texts and schools. There was disagreement about what defined chiropractic, and various schools taught different practices. However, the theories from this period had an important role in the evolution of thought in the profession.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Theories presented from 1908 through 1915 built upon previous concepts from earlier years of chiropractic. The plethora of books and ideas about CVS from these early pioneers shaped the profession, and some of these viewpoints still have relevance today.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":39103,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Chiropractic Humanities","volume":"25 ","pages":"Pages 36-51"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.003","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"37183582","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Chiropractic Vertebral Subluxation Part 8: Terminology, Definitions, and Historicity From 1966 to 1980","authors":"Simon A. Senzon MA, DC","doi":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.006","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><p>The purpose of this paper is to review and discuss the history of chiropractic vertebral subluxation (CVS) between the years 1966 and 1980, with an emphasis on consensus models and terminology.</p></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><p>The consensus models on CVS during this time were an outgrowth of previous model building, research, and practice methods. The first consensus models were developed by the radiology diplomates of the American Chiropractic Board of Radiology. Later work was used to develop Medicare standards. Research and theory were influenced by the 1975 National Institutes of Health conference on spinal manipulation in 1975 and the workshops that followed that meeting. A new historical consciousness about the CVS, developed at the National Institutes of Health conference, which was a turning point for the profession in the use of terminology and the focus on functional pathophysiology associated with CVS. The historical view of CVS developed by Watkins, Haldeman, and Janse led to new integrative and historical developments in the profession.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Theories during this period included consensus efforts as well as new distinctions about CVS theory and terminology.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":39103,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Chiropractic Humanities","volume":"25 ","pages":"Pages 114-129"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.006","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"37183587","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Chiropractic Vertebral Subluxation Part 10: Integrative and Critical Literature From 1996 and 1997","authors":"Simon A. Senzon MA, DC","doi":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.008","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.008","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><p>The purpose of this paper is to review and discuss the history of chiropractic vertebral subluxation (CVS) during 1996 and 1997. The literature during this period offered critical and integrative models emphasized by a need for research into operational and functional definitions.</p></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><p>Several integrative approaches emerged, from Rome’s 296 synonyms to Bergman’s Pain/Tenderness, Asymmetry/Alignment, Range of Motion Abnormality, Tissue Tone, Texture, Temperature Abnormality, and Special Tests (PARTS) analysis adopted by the profession in the United States. Other noteworthy contributions included Ruch’s <em>Atlas of Common Subluxations</em>, Epstein’s introduction of network spinal analysis, and Kent’s review of CVS models. Boone’s introduction of the <em>Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research</em> was accompanied by his 3-part model with Dobson. These years also included the paradigm statement of the Association of Chiropractic Colleges, which was adopted by the American Chiropractic Association, International Chiropractors Association, and World Federation of Chiropractic. Two other papers included Nelson’s critique of the CVS paradigm and Keating’s 1996 “Hunt for the Subluxation.”</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>The CVS reached a new stage of complexity and critique and offered new directions for research, integration, and development.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":39103,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Chiropractic Humanities","volume":"25 ","pages":"Pages 146-168"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.008","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"37180434","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Chiropractic Vertebral Subluxation Part 5: The First Research Era From 1928 to 1949","authors":"Simon A. Senzon MA, DC","doi":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.004","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><p>The purpose of this paper is to review and discuss the history of chiropractic vertebral subluxation theories between 1928 and 1949.</p></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><p>Theories during this period grew in complexity and developed in 4 primary ways: upper cervical models, reflex models, global models, and models based on the work of Speransky. Authors, theorists, and technique developers during this time included B. J. Palmer, R. J. Watkins, Galen Price, John Hurley, Hugh Logan, Major Bertrand DeJarnette, Richard Van Rumpt, Roy Ashton, Joseph Janse, Henri Gillet, James Firth, and J. R. Verner. At least 8 perspectives on chiropractic vertebral subluxation were advanced through research, modeling, and applied clinical methods. By understanding the complexity of this period and analyzing the research, the modern practitioner will be able to appreciate this era. The foundations of modern clinical practice and theoretical applications have roots in this period.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Theories during this period developed in levels of complexity, expanding existing models and clinical practice methods. The theories and research from this period had an effect on the chiropractic profession for the subsequent decades.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":39103,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Chiropractic Humanities","volume":"25 ","pages":"Pages 67-85"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.004","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"37183584","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Chiropractic as Part of the Solution to the World Crisis in Spine-related Disability","authors":"Richard Brown DC, LL.M, FRCC","doi":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The purpose of this article is to explore the concepts related to how chiropractic can contribute to addressing the issue of spine-related disability. This article is an edited transcription of the presentation made by Dr Richard Brown, Secretary General of the World Federation of Chiropractic, at the Florida Chiropractic Association National Conference on August 17, 2018, in Orlando, Florida.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":39103,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Chiropractic Humanities","volume":"25 ","pages":"Pages 6-9"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.001","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"37358465","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Chiropractic Vertebral Subluxation Part 2: The Earliest Subluxation Theories From 1902 to 1907","authors":"Simon A. Senzon MA, DC","doi":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.009","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.009","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><p>The purpose of this paper is to review and discuss the history of chiropractic vertebral subluxation (CVS) in the chiropractic profession between the years 1897 and 1907.</p></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><p>The first theories in chiropractic were developed by pioneers such as D. D. Palmer; his students, such as A. P. Davis, Oakley Smith, and Solon Langworthy; and his son B. J. Palmer. Their thoughts on CVS established foundational theories for the profession. D. D. Palmer posited his initial concept of CVS as an articular disrelationship between vertebrae causing pressure and impingement on nerves leading to too much or too little function. Palmer’s students developed additional theories.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>From the first years of CVS, there was a diversity of theories, practices, and scientific rationale. This account of the early theories may offer insights into the historical literature.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":39103,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Chiropractic Humanities","volume":"25 ","pages":"Pages 22-35"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.009","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"37183580","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Chiropractic Vertebral Subluxation Part 6: Renaissance of D.D. Palmer’s Paradigm From 1949 to 1961","authors":"Simon A. Senzon MA, DC","doi":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.05.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.05.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><p>The objective of this article is to review and discuss the history of chiropractic vertebral subluxation (CVS) between the years 1949 and 1961.</p></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><p>Chiropractic texts from this period include books from 3 of D. D. Palmer’s students, Ratledge, Drain, and B. J. Palmer, and new works by Janse, Illi, Muller, and R. J. Watkins. Theories during this period included developments from B. J. Palmer’s research clinic and his final theories. The period also included the primary theories of Ratledge on etiology of CVS and Drain’s models of spinal curves and CVS patterns. Janse supported Illi’s new models of pelvic subluxation dynamics with cadaver studies and also developed lumbar research with Fox in the 1950s. The qualitative models of Muller on the role of CVS in sympathetic and parasympathetic systems was unique. R. J. Watkins further developed his initial theories on reflex system models as well as his first models of proprioception. Instrumentation was used in many chiropractic research programs to develop additional models.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>The CVS theories during this period built on previous models but also added new and innovative theories based on research and collaboration.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":39103,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Chiropractic Humanities","volume":"25 ","pages":"Pages 86-98"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.echu.2018.05.002","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"37183585","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Chiropractic Vertebral Subluxation Part 1: Introduction","authors":"Simon A. Senzon MA, DC","doi":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><p>The objective of this article is to present a rationale for the need of a history of chiropractic vertebral subluxation (CVS) theory based on primary sources.</p></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><p>There is a dichotomy in the chiropractic profession around subluxation terminology, which has many facets. The literature around this topic spans social, economic, cultural, and scientific questions. By developing a rationale for a historical perspective of CVS theory, including the tracking of the historical development of ideas throughout the profession, a foundation for future discourse may emerge.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><p>By using primary sources, ideas in chiropractic on the development of CVS theory are proposed. This introduction presents a basis for the need of a history of CVS theory and suggests how this work may be used to further philosophical dialogs in chiropractic.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":39103,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Chiropractic Humanities","volume":"25 ","pages":"Pages 10-21"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.002","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"37358466","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Chiropractic Vertebral Subluxation Part 7: Technics and Models From 1962 to 1980","authors":"Simon A. Senzon MA, DC","doi":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.005","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.005","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><p>The purpose of this paper is to review and discuss the history of chiropractic vertebral subluxation (CVS) theories and models between 1962 and 1980.</p></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><p>This period was marked by several innovative texts from Weiant, Homewood, and Harper, and Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College’s <em>Segmental Neuropathy</em>. Technique developers during this period increased the complexity of models from upper cervical to full spine. The textbooks built upon previous theories, the scientific literature, work by Speransky, and instrumentation research. The texts influenced decades of research and theory. Weiant’s book surveyed the medical and scientific literature on CVS. Harper integrated modern neurophysiology with D. D. Palmer’s theories integrated with other chiropractic models based on research such as Weiant’s photoelectric instrumentation. Homewood’s book integrated Selye, Speransky, Verner, and several other models, which led to his neurodynamic model of CVS. <em>Segmental Neuropathy</em> was a completely new innovation of chiropractic theory with neurophysiology. Collaboration among authors developed into several new models. Chiropractic vertebral subluxation was viewed as a global neurological phenomenon and a neurodystrophic process. Technique models from Goodheart, Nimmo, Toftness, Ward, Gonstead, Grostic, Gregory, and Pierce laid the foundation for modern practices.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>The CVS theories during this period were complex and almost unrecognizable from previous theories. The inclusion of every major theory laid the foundation for this period’s wide set of models, research, and methods.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":39103,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Chiropractic Humanities","volume":"25 ","pages":"Pages 99-113"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.echu.2018.10.005","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"37183586","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The John A. Sweaney Lecture: Washington DC, March 2017, Given by Dr Geoff Outerbridge. Our Highest Level of Contribution: Doing the Right Thing, the Right Way, for the Right Reason","authors":"W. Geoffrey Outerbridge DC, MSc","doi":"10.1016/j.echu.2017.09.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.echu.2017.09.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The following is The John A. Sweaney Lecture delivered by Dr Geoff Outerbridge at the Biannual Meeting of the World Federation of Chiropractic in Washington, DC, on March 14, 2017.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":39103,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Chiropractic Humanities","volume":"24 1","pages":"Pages 49-53"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2017-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.echu.2017.09.001","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"35849022","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}