8 Evidence-Based Reasons High-Performers Choose Chiropractic Care

Written By Sol Health Studio
 

In today’s health-conscious culture, high-performers—from elite athletes to corporate professionals—are seeking evidence-based strategies to optimise health, resilience, and long-term performance. Chiropractic care has emerged as a trusted, non-pharmacological approach supported by a growing body of scientific research.

Below are eight evidence-based reasons why chiropractic care is increasingly chosen by high-performers worldwide.

1. Spinal Longevity & Nervous System Health

Spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) is strongly supported by clinical practice guidelines (CPGs), with 90% endorsing its use for low back pain and 100% for neck pain (Paige et al., 2017). SMT is also effective for tension-type and cervicogenic headaches, offering drug-free relief and long-term spinal health benefits (Bronfort et al., 2010).

2. Elite Posture & Biomechanics

Postural alignment plays a vital role in biomechanics and musculoskeletal efficiency. Clinical Biomechanics of Posture® (CBP®) is one of the most scientifically published chiropractic techniques, demonstrating measurable improvements in spinal alignment and posture (Harrison et al., 2017).

3. Headache & Migraine Prevention

Systematic reviews affirm that SMT and manual therapy are effective in reducing neck-related headaches, including tension-type and cervicogenic headaches (Chaibi, Benth, & Russell, 2017). For migraine sufferers, chiropractic care may also reduce headache frequency and intensity.

4. Nervous System Optimisation

Chiropractic adjustments influence neurophysiology by promoting neuroplastic changes, including improved motor control and somatosensory processing (Haavik & Murphy, 2012). Evidence also suggests increased muscle strength following adjustments, even in healthy individuals and athletes (Niazi et al., 2015).

5. Injury Prevention for Active Lifestyles

Injury prevention is critical for high performers. Retrospective studies show that patients with lumbar disc herniation who received SMT had significantly lower odds of undergoing lumbar discectomy within 1–2 years compared to those who received standard medical care (Ammendolia et al., 2012).

6. Joint Preservation

By improving spinal and joint biomechanics, chiropractic care reduces abnormal mechanical stress, supporting long-term joint preservation. This is particularly beneficial for athletes and individuals engaged in lifelong physical activity (Bialosky et al., 2009).

7. Stress & Tension Release

Chiropractic care extends beyond musculoskeletal health. SMT has been shown to influence the autonomic nervous system by enhancing parasympathetic activity, supporting stress recovery, reducing anxiety, and improving sleep quality (Budgell & Hirano, 2001).

8. Preventative Care & Quality-of-Life ROI

Reviews consolidating studies from PubMed, MEDLINE, and Cochrane highlight that chiropractic care delivers cost-effective, non-pharmacological management of spinal pain and headaches with high patient satisfaction (Goertz et al., 2012).

Conclusion

Chiropractic care is more than just a response to pain—it is a proactive investment in performance, resilience, and quality of life. With evidence supporting its role in spinal health, nervous system optimisation, and preventative care, it is no surprise that high-performers continue to integrate chiropractic into their routines.

At SOL Health Studio, our practitioners combine evidence-based methods with personalised care to help you perform, recover, and live at your best.

References

  • Ammendolia, C., Côté, P., Hogg-Johnson, S., Bombardier, C., & Kerr, E. A. (2012). The use of spinal manipulative therapy in the management of lumbar disc herniation with radiculopathy: A systematic review. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 35(9), 607–612. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23206939/

  • Bialosky, J. E., Bishop, M. D., Price, D. D., Robinson, M. E., & George, S. Z. (2009). The mechanisms of manual therapy in the treatment of musculoskeletal pain: A comprehensive model. Manual Therapy, 14(5), 531–538. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19703678/

  • Bronfort, G., Haas, M., Evans, R., Leininger, B., & Triano, J. (2010). Effectiveness of manual therapies: The UK evidence report. Chiropractic & Osteopathy, 18(1), 3. https://chiromt.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1746-1340-18-3

  • Budgell, B., & Hirano, F. (2001). Innocuous mechanical stimulation of the neck and alterations in heart rate variability in healthy subjects. Autonomic Neuroscience, 91(1–2), 50–55. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11485293/

  • Chaibi, A., Benth, J. Š., & Russell, M. B. (2017). Manual therapies for migraine: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials. European Journal of Neurology, 24(10), 1214–1222. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28749559/

  • Goertz, C. M., Long, C. R., Hondras, M. A., Petroski, G. F., & Vining, R. D. (2012). Adding chiropractic manipulative therapy to standard medical care for patients with acute low back pain: Results of a pragmatic randomized comparative effectiveness study. Spine, 38(8), 627–634. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23238488/

  • Haavik, H., & Murphy, B. (2012). The role of spinal manipulation in addressing disordered sensorimotor integration and altered motor control. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, 22(5), 768–776. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22204892/

  • Harrison, D. E., Harrison, D. D., & Haas, J. W. (2017). Structural rehabilitation of the cervical spine. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 40(3), 175–182. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28365050/

  • Niazi, I. K., Türker, K. S., Flavel, S., Kinget, M., Duehr, J., & Haavik, H. (2015). Changes in H-reflex and V-waves following spinal manipulation. Spinal Cord, 53(5), 377–382. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25511636/

  • Paige, N. M., Miake-Lye, I. M., Booth, M. S., Beroes, J. M., Mardian, A. S., Dougherty, P., … & Shekelle, P. G. (2017). Association of spinal manipulative therapy with clinical benefit and harm for acute low back pain: Systematic review and meta-analysis. JAMA, 317(14), 1451–1460. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28399251/

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