The prevalence of pillar hyperplasia was calculated on 100 normal lateral cervical radiographs. Forty-six percent of the patients demonstrated pillar hyperplasia of at least one cervical level. Articular pillar hyperplasia is common and significantly reduces cervical lordosis measurements. Previous studies attempting to link lordosis measurements with pathology or symptomatology may need to be re-evaluated. The chiropractic patient's self-perceptions.
Psychosocial stress pervades modern life and is known to impact health.
Pain, especially chronic back pain, is influenced by stress. Various strategies have been shown to successfully reduce stress and its consequences. A descriptive study was undertaken to ascertain the stress perceptions of chiropractic patients. Purposive sampling of chiropractic practices and convenience sampling of patients were undertaken. Participating patients were requested to complete a questionnaire.