Journal of Chiropractic Medicine
Volume 9, Issue 2 , Pages 69-72 , June 2010

An atypical case of nephrolithiasis with transient remission of symptoms following spinal manipulation

  • Christopher C. Wolcott, DC

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    • Corresponding Author InformationSouthport Grace Wellness Center, 1209 W Grace St, Chicago, IL 60613. Tel.: +1 773 525 2225; fax: +1 773 525 2990.

Received 2 October 2009 ,Revised 7 January 2010 ,Accepted 3 February 2010.

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PII: S1556-3707(10)00037-4

doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2010.02.005

Journal of Chiropractic Medicine
Volume 9, Issue 2 , Pages 69-72 , June 2010

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