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The Australian Spinal Research Foundation recognizes that the practice of chiropractic predominantly involves itself with the analysis and adjustment of vertebral subluxations. Partnering with chiropractic practice therefore requires the focus of research funding to be subluxation-based. Our Vision commits us unequivocally to this position and inspires all Foundation activity.
Vision Statement
In 2000 the Foundation made a decision to sharpen the focus of its investment in chiropractic research. Initially, this intent was articulated by an undertaking to fund only those research projects which were ‘unique to chiropractic’. This resulted over the intervening years in some major reworking of the grant application assessment process. To more clearly outline the intent, the Foundation formally adopted a Research Culture Statement in February 2007, which now guides all grant-making.
 Research Culture StatementThe Mission of the Australian Spinal Research Foundation is to fund research and disseminate knowledge that furthers the understanding, development and effectiveness of chiropractic care. The chiropractic paradigm hypothesizes that chiropractic care of the spine ultimately leads to better nervous system function, facilitating a greater level of health and improved quality of life. The Foundation recognizes the need for an expanded, multifaceted research profile that incorporates the spine in health care delivery and prevention of disease. Our focus is on funding research projects that investigate the nature of the vertebral subluxation and its impact on physiology, health and quality of life.
Research Priorities
Establishing research priorities supports the Foundation’s vision to resource and contribute research that expands our knowledge base for overall health and well being of the community. Funding is currently directed to support two research priorities.
 Priority 1: Basic Research
Currently there are a limited number of research initiatives which look at various elements of the vertebral subluxation complex and its physiological impact. The Foundation is interested in supporting projects that further these initiatives in a multidisciplinary collaborative environment and clinical uptake through research carried out towards expanding our knowledge of the vertebral subluxation complex.
Priority 2: Clinical Research
While there are many clinical trials and studies that look at various elements of chiropractic care, the Foundation is interested in clinically oriented studies that contribute to and expand our knowledge base about the impact of chiropractic adjustments on the spine, nervous system function, global health and quality of life.
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