Trials January 2019 PMID 30606225

Effect of chiropractic manipulative therapy on reaction time in special operations forces military personnel: a randomized controlled trial.

James W DeVocht, Robert Vining, Dean L Smith, Cynthia Long, Thomas Jones, Christine Goertz

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Peak: 27 in Jan 2019
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What people are saying

The discussions show a generally supportive attitude towards the research, with phrases like 'shows improvement' and 'beneficial effects,' indicating recognition of the study's importance. While some comments are promotional or casual, the references to reaction times and potential benefits suggest a moderate level of engagement and perceived impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the study's findings, emphasizing that chiropractic therapy shows promise in improving reaction times, with comments like 'beneficial effects' and mentions of proven improvement.

InterestModerate interest

Posts display moderate interest by highlighting potential applications and mentioning the relevance to military and athletic performance, though some are more casual or promotional in tone.

EngagementModerate engagement

The discussions reflect some engagement through references to method details, mentions of specific results, and calls to further research, indicating a measure of active interest.

ImpactModerate impact

Participants believe the findings could influence practices in military training and sports, considering small reaction time improvements as potentially significant, thus assigning a moderate impact value.

Abstract in brief

  • This study tested whether chiropractic manipulative therapy (CMT) can improve reaction times in special operations military personnel, with the idea that even small improvements in reaction could be important in combat situations.
  • The trial involved 120 active-duty SOF personnel, randomly assigned to either receive four CMT treatments or no treatment over two weeks, with various reaction time assessments conducted before and after treatments.
  • The results showed no significant differences in reaction time improvements between the treated and untreated groups, suggesting that CMT did not have a measurable impact on reaction times in this military sample.]

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American Chiro Assn.
@ACAtoday · X

Chiropractic manipulative therapy has been shown to improve reaction time in some clinical studies. Slight changes in reaction time can be critical for military personnel, such as special operation forces. Read more: https://t.co/JDyk53Xd1X

Jan 4, 2019 · 8 likes · 7 shares · 12,627 followers View post →
Ricardo Fujikawa
@Quirorick · X

Effect of chiropractic manipulative therapy on reaction time in special operations forces military personnel: a randomized controlled trial https://t.co/qf7RFU0K1h

Jan 6, 2019 · 7 likes · 4 shares · 244 followers View post →
Dean Smith
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Our new paper is published in Trials Journal. https://t.co/pGIseDSSKk

Jan 3, 2019 · 5 likes · 4 shares · 411 followers View post →
Dr. Shawn Thistle
@DrShawnThistle · X

Effect of chiropractic SMT on reaction time in special operations forces military personnel: RCT (Trials 2019) SMT had an immediate, but not sustained effect of lowering reaction time - interesting...needs further study! https://t.co/twtHttuJWJ #chiropractic #research https://t.co/yyLgWt0xAz

Jan 23, 2019 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 1,858 followers View post →
ChiroCredit
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Another paper authored https://t.co/v9jblQ1zL1 instructor Dean Smith, DC, PhD. Published in Trials Journal. A single session of... https://t.co/WBEzA7X0Ob

Jan 16, 2019 · 1 like · 199 followers View post →
Dr. Alexander Frank
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Jan 5, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 173 followers View post →

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Joseph Paul Duffey
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Case in point: https://t.co/gVAcBGfCNU Goes for any similar-Zlaner viewed by walls,Symfuhny squad walling w/ stack,Nadia w/aimbot,or any run of the mill ban (FivebyFive/ Metzy). Near 0 reaction time,much less isolation,called saccadic. https://t.co/IeIA4nMQAh @BadBoyBeaman

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Joseph Paul Duffey
@jtpduffe · X

Special force operatives undergoing targeted chiropractic exercises to reduce reaction time have apparently reached the known min. limits of special form tests below 100ms: https://t.co/19MmzxLtEB

Nov 3, 2022 · 1,344 followers View post →
Miami Spine and Performance
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Beneficial effects of chiropractic manipulation on reaction time! https://t.co/0HYOvuqzbU

Jan 6, 2022 · 12 followers View post →
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Scott Chiropractic & Wellness
@ScottChiroTX · X

Chiropractic manipulation shows improvement on reaction time in the military. This study proves the benefit for all athletes to gain that edge. https://t.co/DCv0EfGvcR

May 10, 2019 · 10 followers View post →
Dr. Cale Copeland
@ChiroCale · X

A recent study found chiropractic improved reaction time in military personnel. So cool!! https://t.co/sWIw8c3d8x https://t.co/zxsSXoHxfY

Apr 11, 2019 · 239 followers View post →
Craig Benton
@crbdc1961 · X

RT @RRSEducation: Effect of chiropractic SMT on reaction time in special operations forces military personnel: RCT (Trials 2019) SMT had a…

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Dr. Shawn Thistle
@DrShawnThistle · X

Effect of chiropractic SMT on reaction time in special operations forces military personnel: RCT (Trials 2019) SMT had an immediate, but not sustained effect of lowering reaction time - interesting...needs further study! https://t.co/twtHttuJWJ #chiropractic #research https://t.co/yyLgWt0xAz

Jan 23, 2019 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 1,858 followers View post →
ChiroCredit
@chirocredit · X

Another paper authored https://t.co/v9jblQ1zL1 instructor Dean Smith, DC, PhD. Published in Trials Journal. A single session of... https://t.co/WBEzA7X0Ob

Jan 16, 2019 · 1 like · 199 followers View post →
Dr. Michael Bagby
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Ricardo Fujikawa
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Effect of chiropractic manipulative therapy on reaction time in special operations forces military personnel: a randomized controlled trial https://t.co/qf7RFU0K1h

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Millennium Chiropractic Sports Medicine and Rehab
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HS of Destin
@HsDestin · X

We do what we can in support of our troops. https://t.co/B9ZLDRxUJ2

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Jamie Finley
@DrWhoDatTigers · X

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Boggs Chiropractic
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Casey Boggs, D.C.
@DrCaseyBoggs · X

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Stephen Dobelbower
@DrDobelbower · X

Seems that Chiropractic Adjustments help improve reaction times.... That might be useful, for well, just about everything. https://t.co/w8Ceg0M9nJ

Jan 4, 2019 · 23 followers View post →
Musician’s Physician
@drcharliekautz · X

Chiropractic manipulative therapy has been shown to improve reaction time in some clinical studies. Slight changes in reaction time can be critical for military personnel, such as special operation forces. Think about how it would help musicians!

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American Chiro Assn.
@ACAtoday · X

Chiropractic manipulative therapy has been shown to improve reaction time in some clinical studies. Slight changes in reaction time can be critical for military personnel, such as special operation forces. Read more: https://t.co/JDyk53Xd1X

Jan 4, 2019 · 8 likes · 7 shares · 12,627 followers View post →
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