Steven Porter, DC, and his assistant, Elina Dickison, joined Dr. John Ridge, DC, and his assistant, Kevin Smolen on a journey to Buffalo, New York to provide chiropractic care to the more than 600 athletes, coaches and volunteers of the New York Special Olympics winter games.
The events attracted more than 600 competitors throughout New York. Athletes participated in downhill and nordic skiing, ice hockey, field hockey, and other skill events. A rest and recreation area was set aside for the athletes between events, and it was here that the chiropractors and their assistants provided care for those interested.
Diane Shogar, the coordinator of this year's games, was the first person adjusted. A total of 113 people were examined, and 104 received treatment.
"Our purpose for the day was to make the biggest positive impact possible for chiropractic. It is always nice to be reminded outside of our offices how many people want and appreciate the benefits of chiropractic care," said Dr. Porter.
To further establish a sound research infrastructure at New York Chiropractic College, the research department is pleased to announce the arrival of Dale Buchberger, DC, to its team.
Dr. Buchberger, a graduate of National College of Chiropractic, has recently published an article on scapular dysfunctional impingement syndrome. Dr. Buchberger's primary research interest is sports chiropractic, and it is anticipated that he will spearhead his own research program in musculoskeletal sports chiropractic.
The research department also welcomes two research associates:
Eric Degis, a ninth trimester student at New York Chiropractic College, has been named the winner of the Kenneth Padgett/Alumni $1,000 scholarship. Degis' winning essay addressed what impact the alumni can have on the growth and development of the chiropractic profession and NYCC.
In his essay, Degis writes: "Each alumnus/a must strive to be the best doctor they can be. The potential for growth and development in chiropractic is limitless, but remember, the chain is only as strong as its weakest link and each doctor must take it upon themselves not to be the weakest link."
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?
