Manipulation Under Anesthesia (MUA)
Manipulation under anesthesia (MUA) is spinal manipulation performed while the patient is under anesthesia. The procedure is intended for patients who suffer from musculoskeletal disorders in conjunction with biomechanical dysfunction.
Manipulations consist of accurately determined and specifically directed manual forces to areas of restriction, whether the restriction is in ligaments, muscle or joints; the result of which may be improvement in posture and locomotion, improvement in function elsewhere in the body and the enhancement of the sense of well-being. MUA has been utilized in manual medicine for over 70 years. Increased participation of chiropractors on hospital medical staffs and has made both the facilities and training more available for performing and credentialing this procedure.
If you are interested in learning more about MUA and to find out if you are a candidate for the procedure, please contact us.
