Chiropractic Management of Lumbar Disc Herniation in a Patient With Co-existing Liver Cancer : A Case Report

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The current case report outlines the chiropractic management of a 30-year-old male construction worker who presented with symptoms of lumbar disc herniation with co-existing stage IV liver cancer. The patient reported experiencing substantial lower back pain and decreased sensation in his right leg following a fall at work, impacting his mobility and quality of life. The complexity of this case is underscored by the challenge of differentiating between pain due to metastatic disease and that related to the fall. The chiropractic treatment plan included gentle joint mobilization, instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization, and low-impact exercises tailored to the patient's overall health status. The treatment protocol markedly improved pain levels, range of motion, and overall quality of life. This case highlights the potential role of chiropractic care in managing complex cases of lumbar disc herniation, even in the presence of severe illnesses such as liver cancer. This study provides valuable insights into the importance of personalized and adaptable treatment strategies in managing such cases, contributing a unique perspective to the scientific literature.

Medienart:

E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2024

Erschienen:

2024

Enthalten in:

Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:16

Enthalten in:

Cureus - 16(2024), 1 vom: 26. Jan., Seite e51445

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Chu, Eric Chun-Pu [VerfasserIn]
Piong, Shun Zhe [VerfasserIn]
Tao, Cliff [VerfasserIn]

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Themen:

Case Reports
Chiropractic
Chiropractor
Disc herniation
Liver cancer
Lumbar disc herniation

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Date Revised 02.02.2024

published: Electronic-eCollection

Citation Status PubMed-not-MEDLINE

doi:

10.7759/cureus.51445

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM367876043