One trial which took place in a community setting compared routine GP care, physiotherapy and manipulation therapy. Manipulation emerged as superior treatment at one year follow-up. Further studies are needed to assess the efficacy of osteopathy and chiropractic in the treatment of migraine and asthma, for which treatment benefit has been claimed. The Chiropractic Association of Ireland has 62 members, all of whom have qualifications recognised by the International Council of Chiropractic Education. The CAI can be contacted on 01-6609012.
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