Yes — and the research supports it. Over 100 peer-reviewed studies have shown that manual therapy, including chiropractic adjustments, is effective for a range of nerve, muscle, and joint conditions. Major medical organizations including the American College of Physicians recommend spinal manipulation as a first-line treatment for low back pain before considering medication or surgery. Research published in the British Medical Journal found that chiropractic care for disc herniations was associated with significantly reduced odds of requiring surgery over a 2-year follow-up. Patient satisfaction data consistently shows that over 95% of chiropractic patients rate their care as excellent or good.