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The Future of Regenerative Medicine Lies in the Hands of Chiropractors
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The Future of Regenerative Medicine Lies in the Hands of  Chiropractors

The future of regenerative medicine now lies in the hands of chiropractors, thanks to the advent of new transdermal application procedures. These advancements not only enhance patient safety, but also broaden the scope of treatment options available in chiropractic care, paving the way for a new era of healing and recovery.

Tommy Rhee, DC
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Chiropractic
Would You Rather Be a Chiropractic Therapist?
Would You Rather Be a Chiropractic Therapist?

Because they have yet to pass national legislation protecting the chiropractic profession, Japanese DCs are in a similar situation that U.S. DCs faced. We were fortunate enough to be able to pass chiropractic licensure state by state. The DCs in Japan must accomplish this nationally, which has proved to be an extremely difficult task. And in spite of their efforts, Japanese DCs are currently faced with two chiropractic professions.

Donald M. Petersen Jr., BS, HCD(hc), FICC(h)
Personal Injury
9 Delayed-Onset MVA Injuries (Pt. 1)
9 Delayed-Onset MVA Injuries

This article focuses on nine severe injuries that are generally not diagnosable until the third to fourth week following the date of injury, including how to diagnose these severe injuries. The discovery of any of these injuries early can make a significant difference in the case outcome.

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Troy Freiheit, DC
News / Profession
Chiropractic at Risk Globally
Chiropractic at Risk Globally

There has long been an attempt by those who are not legitimate doctors of chiropractic to usurp the title of chiropractor from those who have earned their degree from an accredited chiropractic program. This generally happens in countries where the local doctors of chiropractic have yet to pass legislation requiring a degree from an accredited institution. The result is essentially two chiropractic professions. Nowhere is this danger more pronounced than in Japan.

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Evaluating Shoulder Pain - More Than the Rotator Cuff
Evaluating Shoulder Pain - More Than the Rotator Cuff

The most common condition affecting the shoulder is rotator-cuff disease. From acute tears to chronic tendinopathy, it’s common and needs a thorough workup. In fact, even asymptomatic shoulders can have full-thickness rotator-cuff rears in up to 40% of instances. Let’s look at additional conditions that can present to the office with weakness, loss of motion and pain in the shoulder beyond rotator-cuff tears.

Donald DeFabio, DC, DACBSP, DABCO
Your Practice / Business
The Pros & Cons of AI Marketing
The Pros & Cons of AI Marketing
Is AI the Next Big Tool for Your Practice – or a Big Headache?

As a small-business owner, you just want to treat patients, but first, you must figure out how to get those patients in your door. Health care, in general, is at a crossroads at which patient care meets technological innovation. As you look to grab the attention of potential patients, is it time to explore the frontier of artificial intelligence (AI) marketing?

Antonio Arias
Software / Hardware
What Your Practice Software Is Missing - and Why It Matters
What Your Practice Software Is Missing - and Why It Matters

Tired of juggling multiple software programs to manage your practice? Constantly switching between applications that don’t quite meet all your needs or are not truly integrated to your EHR application? Looking to optimize your practice workflow and upgrade to a better, faster and more efficient 360-degree platform option? Let’s explore what your practice software is missing and why it matters.

J. Alan Lovejoy, DC
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Healing Hands, Caring Hearts

Patient Satisfaction, Outcomes and the Power of Chiropractic Care

Chiropractors are famous for delivering a high level of patient satisfaction. Patients know this overwhelmingly, and researchers confirm it. Of the millions of patients who receive chiropractic treatment every year, most are either satisfied or very satisfied. Patients are not the only ones who are satisfied with our services; 80% of referring medical doctors express satisfaction with their chiropractic patient referrals.

Ronald Feise, DC
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Can You Bill for Extra Effort?
Can You Bill for Extra Effort?

This is a unique issue, particularly as the chiropractic manipulative therapy (CMT) adjustment is not a timed service; its value and fee are based on the performance of the service regardless of time. Like any unattended service, the maximum that may be billed is one unit. However, is there a way to address this when there is extraordinary time spent? Yes.

Samuel A. Collins
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Improving Patient Self-Efficacy
Self-Efficacy

Self-efficacy is often defined as one's belief in their ability to manage or change their circumstances, behaviors or condition. Individuals with a high level of self-efficacy are often seen as actively participating in positive health behaviors.

Elizabeth Rice Christopher, DC, MSc, CSCS, RYT, ACSM-CPT
Chronic / Acute Conditions  |  DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE
Achilles Tendon Rupture: The Chiropractor's Role
Achilles Tendon Rupture: The Chiropractor's Role

Presently there is no consensus on the best treatment for Achilles tendon rupture; and its management is still controversial. The treatment options are conservative treatment and surgical repair. With either treatment, be it conservative or surgical, Achilles tendon tears necessitate prolonged recovery and rehabilitative management.

Deborah Pate, DC, DACBR
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WHO Guideline on Chronic LBP: Global Impact
New Guideline on Chronic LBP: Global Impact
World Health Organization Guideline: Yes to Chiropractic; No to Most Drugs

On Dec. 7, 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO) released its “Guideline for Non-Surgical Management of Chronic Primary Low Back Pain in Adults in Primary and Community Care Settings.” “Spinal manipulative therapy” which includes chiropractic, is among the interventions the guideline recommends for all adults, including older adults.

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Chronic / Acute Conditions  |  DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE
Treating Dizziness: A Case Series
Treating Dizziness: A Case Series

This case series presents the clinical assessment and diagnosis of two patients with persistent vertigo from two separate etiologies who remained refractory to typical interventions; and discusses the outcomes of individualized, targeted, multisystem management provided by a chiropractor.

Dylan Rodgers, BSc, DC
Health Care / Public Health
Private Equity and the Future of Chiropractic  (Pt. 1)
Private Equity and the Future of Chiropractic
PE Is Investing in Health Care; How Will It Affect Chiropractic?

Perhaps the biggest story in health care is the rise of private equity investment. Private equity (PE) firms have consolidated huge numbers of gastroenterology and dermatology practices nationwide, and since 2017, orthopedic and spine practices. Dental buy-ups are rising so fast that I wonder if private dental offices will even exist in the next decade. So, where is chiropractic going to end up within this explosive trend?

John Hanks, DC