Sacroiliac joint syndrome (SIJS) is a common but often overlooked cause of lower back pain. Despite its prevalence, diagnosing this condition remains a challenge for many healthcare providers. A clinical audit conducted by Sanders B in 1997 at the AECC and a private chiropractic clinic sheds light on the diagnostic procedures used for SIJS and highlights areas for improvement. This post explores key findings from that audit and offers practical insights for patients and pract

Low back pain affects millions worldwide, often without a clear cause. One lesser-known factor linked to this discomfort is pelvic autonomic dysfunction. This condition involves the nerves controlling pelvic organs and can contribute to persistent low back pain. Exploring this connection helps us understand why some people experience ongoing pain and how addressing nerve function might improve their quality of life. What Is Pelvic Autonomic Dysfunction? The autonomic nervous

Manual therapy relies heavily on accurate diagnosis to guide effective treatment. One challenge in this field is ensuring that different practitioners—or the same practitioner at different times—arrive at consistent conclusions. The SOT five-step analysis offers a structured approach to diagnosis, but how reliable is it across examiners? Jackson GD’s 2000 study provides valuable insights into this question by examining both inter- and intra-examiner reliability of the SOT fi

The Sensory Organization Test (SOT) is a widely used clinical tool designed to assess balance and postural control by evaluating how individuals use sensory inputs to maintain stability. Despite its popularity, questions remain about how consistently practitioners apply SOT categorisation and whether these categories accurately reflect the underlying postural sway patterns. A 2001 study by Brauner, Humphreys, and Warren addressed these concerns by examining the validity and r

Postural assessment plays a crucial role in understanding musculoskeletal health and guiding clinical interventions. The Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT) is a chiropractic method that categorizes patients based on specific biomechanical and neurological patterns. A student-led project by Faulkner JR and Warren M. (2001) investigated whether measurable postural patterns align with SOT categories, aiming to bring more objectivity to clinical decision-making. This article explore

A Review of Marshall (AECC Project List, 1996) In 1996, a research project at the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic (AECC) examined an important functional question: Does prone pelvic blocking influence step length and foot splay in individuals with a pelvic distortion pattern? The study — Marshall F. Effect of prone blocking on step length and foot splay in subjects with a pelvic distortion pattern. AECC Project List, 1996 — explored whether a structural pelvic interve

A Brief Review of Brauner, Humphreys & Warren (AECC, 2001) In 2001, a student research project at the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic (AECC) explored a clinically important question: Is Sacro Occipital Technique (SOT) categorization valid and reliable when evaluated against postural sway? The study — Brauner S (student), Humphreys K (tutor), Warren M (tutor). Validity and reliability of SOT categorization for postural sway. AECC Project List, 2001 — investigated wheth

A Review of Faulkner & Warren (AECC Project List, 2001) In 2001, a student research project at the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic (AECC) explored an important clinical question: Is there an association between postural analysis findings and Sacro Occipital Technique (SOT) categorization? The study — Faulkner JR (student), Warren M (Tutor). An investigation to ascertain any association existing between postural analysis and SOT categorisation. AECC Project List, 2001