Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics
Volume 27, Issue 9 , Pages 554-559 , November 2004

Radiographic Anomalies That May Alter Chiropractic Intervention Strategies Found in a New Zealand Population

  • Randy W. Beck, DC, PhD

      Affiliations

    • Dean Chiropractic and Clinical Sciences, New Zealand College of Chiropractic, Auckland, New Zealand
    • Corresponding Author InformationRandy Beck, DC, PhD, New Zealand College of Chiropractic, 15 Margot Street, Newmarket, Auckland, New Zealand
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  • Kelly R. Holt, BSc

      Affiliations

    • Lecturer, Chiropractic Sciences, New Zealand College of Chiropractic
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  • Marina A. Fox, BSc

      Affiliations

    • Lecturer, Basic Sciences and Executive Clinic Manager, New Zealand College of Chiropractic
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  • Kristin L. Hurtgen-Grace, DC

      Affiliations

    • Lecturer, Radiology, New Zealand College of Chiropractic

Received 17 June 2003 ,Revised 15 July 2003

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 Sources of Support: Hamblin Chiropractic Research Fund Trust, New Zealand College of Chiropractic.

PII: S0161-4754(04)00240-4

doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2004.10.008

Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics
Volume 27, Issue 9 , Pages 554-559 , November 2004

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