Artificial intelligence (AI) tools for spine imaging analysis are rapidly entering clinical practice, with many systems demonstrating impressive technical performance in detecting vertebral fractures, quantifying degenerative changes, and measuring alignment parameters. However, conservative spine care practitioners-including chiropractors, physiotherapists, and osteopaths-face unique challenges in evaluating whether these tools genuinely support patient care....

Musculoskeletal care has experienced an increase in the use of practitioner-assisted stretching over the past decade. However, its durability and effectiveness have only been quantified in very few studies. In this current study, the clinical effectiveness of the Stretch Zone Method, perceived health, and the standardized method of practitioner-assisted stretching are evaluated....