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A member asked:

Does the popping of the spine and joints by a chiropractor promote healing? or is it just a way to temporarily relieve pain? how does popping it help?

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

No: Popping of the spine happens 4 many reasons. Mostly it just does. If u lie on the floor ; have someone put pressure on ur spine u will usually feel a popping. It has no therapeutic value.

Answered 9/28/2016

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