Long-COVID Research

Lydian Chiropractic has completed two pilot studies of an Axial Stability Method chiropractic treatment that may help with chronic symptoms following COVID-19 illness.   The studies were done in partnership with researchers at Life University. 
  1. Protoyping a Long-Covid Study Within a Practice-Based Setting
  2. Protoyping a Long-Covid Study Within a Practice-Based Setting:  A Phase-Two Pre-Pilot
Some research has suggested that chronic post-COVID symptoms may be related to a disturbance of the body's autonomic nervous system (ANS).  We are studying the possible effect of Axial Stability Method treatment on resolving this disturbance to the ANS.

We are excited about our preliminary results!   Here’s what 3 of our study participants are saying:
  • “Since contracting COVID-19 in December 2020 I have had crippling back pain, joint pain, muscle spasms, fatigue, anxiety, and severe weakness in my legs. I was unable to climb a flight of stairs, walk more than 15 minutes or carry a 5-gallon bucket. I am a union painter and had to go on light duty. I saw a neurologist, rheumatologist, immunologist, physical therapist, chiropractor, and of course, my PCP. No one had any answers for how to help me get better. I was frustrated and losing hope. This went on for 8 months until I heard about the long hauler study at Lydian Chiropractic. Working with Dr. Knutson has been nothing short of amazing. 6 weeks into treatment, I have almost no pain in my legs or back, no joint pain and can climb 3 flights of stairs, walk long distances, and carry a 5-gallon bucket. I am even riding my bike 10-12 miles several times a week. Dr. Knutson, and the staff at Lydian Chiropractic, have helped me greatly with my long hauler symptoms and given me hope!”  --Robert
 
  • “After having COVID-19 and then being diagnosed with Post Covid Syndrome, it seemed my life would never be the same.  For 9 months the shortness of breath, fatigue, body aches, brain fog and memory loss made it difficult to make it through the day. I found that I had to take a break in between each activity, no matter how simple, and I also needed to lie down for a nap every afternoon. I could not do my job and had to take a medical leave. Participating in this Study and getting treatment at Lydian Chiropractic has changed my life. It is incredible work, something I describe to family and friends as "magic." The fatigue was gone after the first visit, the body aches, brain fog and memory loss healed soon after. 6 weeks after starting treatment, I am now back to work, capable of doing what I love, and able to function fully as my Pre-Covid self. I am so grateful. Thank you!”  --Judy
 
  • “After having contracted COVID back in December 2020, I realized after a few weeks many of the symptoms were unrelenting which led to my diagnosis of long haul COVID. As the months passed on, I thought this was going to be my new normal. However, I then met Dr. Knutson at Lydian Chiropractic. After being a part of this study, I no longer suffer from terrible headaches, my back and neck pain have resolved and my inability to focus has disappeared. After a few treatments I was able to improve my smell distortion by 50% and my taste distortion by 70%. Noticing the smell of pizza cooking in the oven after so many months brought the biggest smile to my face. Biting into a juicy cheeseburger and having it taste like it should was such a huge step in my progress. It's exciting to know how far I've come and still have several weeks of treatment to go! I am so happy to have found Dr. Knutson as well as all the wonderful friendly staff members a part of this team.”  --Nancy

We are planning to do a follow-up study, but we do not yet have a start date.  If you would like to participate, please let us know!  Call us at 617-876-9099, or email fred@lydiancenter.com.