America Online has created the Pain Relief Center where AOL users can interact with health professionals and get answers to their health questions.
Two of the first health care experts to be included on the site are DCs Lonnie Slone and Ron Toht of Norfolk, Virginia. Each day the doctors receive several e-mails with a variety of questions about chiropractic. All e-mail messages are answered within one week, with the most urgent questions being answered immediately.
"I had expected the basic questions on why you should see a chiropractor and ended up with patient histories that are incredible," explained Dr. Stone. "What we try to do is guide these people to the appropriate health care. It's impossible to diagnose over the Internet, but at least people don't feel like they're in a black hole with no direction. They can e-mail us at four in the morning if they want and receive a response within a week."
"We feel that this is a good way to communicate what a chiropractor does, educate people and dispel any rumors," said Dr. Toht. "Some people may be hesitant to call an office because they may feel intimidated to come in."
The Pain Relief Center has a message board and a live chat room where users can share comments and ideas. America Online access the Pain Relief Center by typing in the keywords "pain relief."
Robert Nelson, DC, DACBSP, of Lakewood, Colorado has been honored by the American Chiropractic Association's Sports Council for his outstanding service. The proceedings took place at the council's national convention, which was recently held in Dallas, Texas.
In 1996, the Wrangler Sports Chiropractic Program presented Dr. Nelson with an outstanding service award for his work with the Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA). He is also a two-time winner (1995 and 1996) of the Colorado Chiropractic Association's sports award in recognition of his efforts throughout the state.
A 1986 graduate of Logan College of Chiropractic, Dr. Nelson has a private practice in Lakewood, serves on the postgraduate faculty of Logan and Northwestern, and has been a team chiropractor for the Pro-Jet Ski Tour, the Pro Snow Board Tour, the regional and world finals for the Triple Crown of Softball, the NFL Four-on-Four football tournament, and the Nike Youth Soccer Tournament.
Six students from Northwest College of Chiropractic will join other chiropractic colleges in an effort to promote public awareness about the profession and raise money for research by cycling more than 1,500 miles from Bloomington, Minnesota to Orlando, Florida in the annual Tour de Spine this August.
"This ride tells the world that chiropractic is part of a healthy lifestyle," said NWCC's student body president Rachel Franklin, who is organizing the trip. "It demonstrates we are fit and motivated and we challenge ourselves."
Last year's event, which was pioneered by Logan College of Chiropractic, raised more than $12,000 for the American Spinal Research Foundation (ASRF). The ASRF funds research that identifies effective treatments to reduce pain and increase mobility for those who suffer back pain. The success of that first ride encouraged Logan to open up the Tour de Spine to other chiropractic colleges this year.
Among those who have already committed to the trip is second-trimester student Jeanne Sapienza, who has participated in several long-distance bicycle rides.a day. "This shows our determination and pride in what we're doing," Sapienza said.
The team from Northwestern expects to ride an average of 120 miles per day during the Tour de Spine. The 13-day journey is scheduled to be completed in Orlando in time for students to attend the Florida Chiropractic Association's convention, which is being held August 28-30.
When sports chiropractors first appeared at the Olympic Games in the 1980s, it was alongside individual athletes who had experienced the benefits of chiropractic care in their training and recovery processes at home. Fast forward to Paris 2024, where chiropractic care was available in the polyclinic for all athletes, and the attitude has now evolved to recognize that “every athlete deserves access to sports chiropractic."
It is estimated that 61% of patients with CTS avoid taking surgical options due to postoperative complications and costly surgical procedures. Chiropractic care offers a comprehensive and effective treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome, addressing the condition from multiple angles. Recent studies also have unveiled a game-changing adjunct to chiropractic treatments for CTS: nerve flossing.
Some doctors thrive in a personality-based clinic and have a loyal following no matter what services or equipment they offer, but for most chiropractic offices who are trying to grow and expand, new equipment purchases help us stay relevant and continue to service our client base in the best, most up-to-date manner possible. So, regarding equipment purchasing: should you lease, get a bank loan, or pay cash?
