Red Flags
From the plain-English glossary.
Definition
Findings that suggest a serious cause — infection, fracture, cancer, cauda equina — requiring medical evaluation before (or instead of) conservative care.
Why it matters to you
Screening for them is the safety backbone of examination-first care. Our when-NOT-to-see-a-chiropractor page lists the big ones.
This page is education, not medical advice for your specific situation — an examination is how care decisions get made. If you may be experiencing an emergency, call 911. Full medical disclaimer.
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