作者: Iben Axén , Cecilia Bergström , Marc Bronson , Pierre Côté , Casper Glissmann Nim
DOI: 10.1186/S12998-020-00353-2
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摘要: In March 2020, the World Health Organization elevated coronavirus disease (COVID-19) epidemic to a pandemic and called for urgent aggressive action worldwide. Public health experts have communicated clear emphatic strategies prevent spread of COVID-19. Hygiene rules social distancing practices been implemented by entire populations, including ‘stay-at-home’ orders in many countries. The long-term economic consequences COVID-19 are not yet known. During this time crisis, some chiropractors made claims on media that chiropractic treatment can or impact rationale these is spinal manipulation nervous system thus improve immunity. These beliefs often stem from nineteenth-century concepts. We aware no clinically relevant scientific evidence support such statements. explored internet collect examples misinformation Europe, North America, Australia New Zealand regarding immune function. discuss potential harm resulting explore role chiropractors, teaching institutions, accrediting agencies, legislative bodies. Members profession share collective responsibility act best interests patients public health. hope all stakeholders will view as call eliminate unethical potentially dangerous who practise outside boundaries evidence.