Description: A system of spinal adjustments or manipulations that are said to correct misalignment of the vertebrae.
Effectiveness: There's a fair amount of evidence that it can relieve acute low-back pain. It's also helpful for neck pain, headaches, and sports injuries.
Mehmet Oz, MD, host of The Dr. Oz Show, sorts out the best treatments for your aching back.
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