“Changes in Neck Pain and Active Range of Motion after a single Thoracic Spine Manipulation in Subjects Presenting with Mechanical Neck Pain:  A Case Series.”

Cesar Fernandez-de-las-Penas, PT,CO,PhD, et.al---Spine May 2007 Vol.30,#4.

            --This article reiterates the importance of focusing treatments on the site of dysfunction, versus the site of pain.  While manipulating the thoracic spine, cervical spine pain and range of motion changed in a positive manner, even 48 hrs. later!

“Lumbar stabilization exercises improve activities of daily living in patients with lumbar disc herniation.”  Amir Bakhtiary,PT, PhD.et.al. Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation. 2005 Vol.18.

            --A great article that once again shows the significance of how stabilization exercises can reduce pain and increase activities of daily living, despite having a “herniated” disc.