Business Details
41 Years
experience
Chiropractic Stroke Awareness and Support Services
The Chiropractic Stroke Victims was founded to educate the public about the risks of stroke associated with chiropractic cervical spinal adjustments, provide support to victims, and advocate for safer healthcare practices. Since 1985, our organization has connected hundreds of individuals affected by chiropractic-related strokes, offering emotional support and resources to help them navigate the challenges of recovery. We collaborate with medical professionals to disseminate research, promote early stroke symptom recognition, and push for policy changes such as mandatory malpractice insurance for chiropractors. Our team includes survivors and advocates with decades of combined experience in patient advocacy, legislative reform, and public health education.We maintain a database of peer-reviewed studies linking cervical manipulation to arterial damage and work with certified stroke centers to improve emergency response protocols. Our commitment to transparency is reflected in our evidence-based approach, which prioritizes patient safety and informed consent. Through victim testimonials and partnerships with neurologists, we aim to prevent future incidents by raising awareness of this underreported public health concern.
Services
Stroke Risk Education
Victim Support Network
Medical Research Database
Legislative Advocacy
Symptom Recognition Training
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We provide evidence-based education on chiropractic stroke risks from decades of research
- Our team includes long-term stroke survivors and advocacy experts
- We collaborate with certified stroke centers and neurologists nationwide
- We offer direct support to victims through our survivor network
- We advocate for mandatory malpractice insurance and informed consent policies
What people say
Life-saving information
Critical support network
Evidence-based research
Effective advocacy
Empowering survivor stories
Services
Stroke Risk Education
Our educational programs explain how cervical spinal manipulations can cause arterial tears leading to stroke. We provide research summaries, symptom recognition guides, and prevention strategies to healthcare providers and the public. Our materials help patients understand the critical window for emergency treatment following neck adjustments.
Victim Support Network
We connect stroke survivors and families with peer support groups and counseling resources. Our network includes individuals who experienced chiropractic-related strokes, offering emotional support and practical advice for navigating recovery challenges and medical systems.
Medical Research Database
Our curated collection includes peer-reviewed studies linking spinal manipulation to vertebral artery dissection. We maintain systematic reviews, case studies, and clinical guidelines to support medical professionals and researchers investigating chiropractic stroke mechanisms and prevention strategies.
Legislative Advocacy
We work with lawmakers to implement patient safety regulations, including mandatory malpractice insurance for chiropractors and informed consent requirements. Our advocacy efforts focus on improving transparency about stroke risks associated with cervical adjustments.
Symptom Recognition Training
Our training programs teach healthcare providers to identify stroke symptoms following neck manipulations. We emphasize the importance of immediate medical intervention and provide diagnostic protocols for emergency responders and primary care physicians.
People
Britt Harwe
Founder
Co-founded the organization after connecting with Linda Solsbury in 2004. Serves as primary advocate and spokesperson, working to raise awareness about chiropractic stroke risks through public speaking and legislative testimony.
Linda Solsbury
Founder
Survivor of chiropractic-related stroke in 1985 who spent 20+ years in hospital confinement. Instrumental in passing legislation requiring chiropractors to carry malpractice insurance. Corresponded with hundreds of victims before her passing.
Questions
What should I do if I experience stroke symptoms after a chiropractic adjustment?
Seek immediate emergency medical care. Symptoms may appear hours or days after neck manipulation and require urgent treatment to minimize brain damage.
How common are strokes from chiropractic neck adjustments?
Studies estimate 1-3 strokes per million adjustments, but frequency claims suggest 260-780 annual cases in the US due to high adjustment volume.
What are the warning signs of chiropractic-related stroke?
Sudden numbness, speech difficulties, vision problems, dizziness, severe headache, or balance issues following neck manipulation require immediate medical evaluation.
Does your organization provide legal assistance to victims?
We connect victims with legal resources and share case documentation but don't provide direct legal services. Our focus is education and advocacy.
How can I help raise awareness about chiropractic stroke risks?
Share our research with healthcare providers, support informed consent legislation, and help connect stroke survivors to our support network.
