EC Neurology

Case Study Volume 15 Issue 7 - 2023

Heart Rate Variability in Chiropractic Care: A Case Study

John Hart1,2*

1Hart Chiropractic, Greenville, South Carolina, USA
2Adjunct Faculty, Purdue University Global, West Lafayette, Indiana, USA

*Corresponding Author: John Hart at: jhartdc@yahoo.com
Received: May 01, 2023; Published: June 16, 2023



Heart rate variability is an evidence-based autonomic assessment that is appropriate for neurologically focused clinical practice. This case report provides an example of its use for an individual patient receiving chiropractic care from the author over a 5-month period.

Keywords: Heart Rate Variability; Chiropractic Care; Vertebral Subluxation

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John Hart. “Heart Rate Variability in Chiropractic Care: A Case Study”. EC Neurology  15.7 (2023): 28-32.

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