In the July 16, 2005 issue, Dynamic Chiropractic reported on the appearance of an anti-chiropractic billboard in New Haven, Conn., created by an allegedly "international" group of individuals concerned about the dangers of neck manipulation. Almost immediately, various elements of the chiropractic profession banded together, contacted the billboard display's owner, and were successful in having the billboard removed within 72 hours of its appearance.
As we go to press, DC has learned that the International Chiropractors Association (ICA) has installed a new, pro-chiropractic billboard in the same location as the original, negative billboard. The new billboard touts a simple message - "Chiropractic Is Safe" - and offers a link to a Web site of the same name.
The ICA also has announced plans to carry its "Chiropractic Is Safe" message nationwide, with additional billboards installed in other high-visibility areas of the country
In addition, the ICA has printed 10,000 bumper stickers with the "Chiropractic Is Safe" slogan to increase public interest in chiropractic. Doctors of chiropractic who are interested in participating in the campaign are encouraged to contact the ICA at chiro@chiropractic.org.
Continuing to impress the advertising and marketing world, The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP) has again been recognized by industry organizations for its excellence in educating consumers on the benefits of chiropractic, this time through social media, newsletters, and demonstrating thought leadership by promoting holistic well-being.
Dr. Louis Sportelli received the Lee-Homewood Chiropractic Heritage Award during the annual conference of the Association for the History of Chiropractic (AHC). During his nearly 60-year career, Dr. Sportelli has embodied the spirit of the award, given to “living individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the chiropractic profession.”
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.
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