Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics
Volume 28, Issue 2 , Pages 117-121 , February 2005

Influence of Axial Rotation on Chiropractic Pelvic Radiographic Analysis

  • Daniel J. Weinert, DC

      Affiliations

    • Department Chair, Diagnosis and Radiology Department, Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, IA
    • Corresponding Author InformationSubmit requests for reprints to: Daniel J. Weinert, DC, Diagnosis and Radiology Department, Palmer College of Chiropractic, 1000 Brady Street, Davenport, IA 52803

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 Sources of support: Palmer College of Chiropractic.

PII: S0161-4754(05)00008-4

doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2005.01.007

Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics
Volume 28, Issue 2 , Pages 117-121 , February 2005

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