Chiropractic treatment of scoliosis; a systematic review of the scientific literature

Background Chiropractors are primary health care practitioners who specialise in the treatment of the spine using manual therapy, in particular spinal manipulation. Chiropractors are ideally placed to diagnose and treat scoliosis through conservative methods. However, in order for the chiropractic profession to assume this role, an understanding of the effectiveness of chiropractic treatment of scoliosis is required.