How can manual therapy lead to vertebral artery dissection, and what are the warning signs to look for?

Manual therapy can potentially be associated with vertebral artery dissection, typically presenting initially with neck pain and headache. Definitive causal evidence is lacking, but vigilance for symptoms and careful evaluation is essential.

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manual therapy, complications, vertebral artery dissection, neurology, warning signs, rehabilitation

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