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Chester Wilk, DC

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Getting the Message Out
July 29, 2004 (Vol. 22, Issue 16)
With the Pending Suit -- Where Do We Go From Here?
March 28, 1990 (Vol. 08, Issue 07)
What Can the Individual Doctor of Chiropractic Do to Correct the Health Care Crisis in America?
February 28, 1990 (Vol. 08, Issue 05)
"Sore Throat"
January 31, 1990 (Vol. 08, Issue 03)
Our Immediate Challenges and Priorities
August 16, 1991 (Vol. 09, Issue 17)
An Open Letter to the Profession: "A Serious Threat to the Future and Integrity of Chiropractic"
May 10, 1991 (Vol. 09, Issue 10)
Unity Appeal
March 29, 1991 (Vol. 09, Issue 07)
Setting the Record Straight -- and An Appeal
March 1, 1991 (Vol. 09, Issue 05)
Becoming Media Oriented
November 20, 1992 (Vol. 10, Issue 24)
A Call to Arms
October 9, 1992 (Vol. 10, Issue 21)
Enforcing Ethics, Quality, and Standards of Care
September 1, 1992 (Vol. 10, Issue 18)
Why I Support the ACA
July 17, 1992 (Vol. 10, Issue 15)
Let's Not Close Any Doors
April 24, 1992 (Vol. 10, Issue 09)
So What's the Problem?
March 13, 1992 (Vol. 10, Issue 06)
Speaking My Mind
January 31, 1992 (Vol. 10, Issue 03)
Clinton's Health Plan -- A Candid Observation
November 19, 1993 (Vol. 11, Issue 24)
Chiropractic: A Scientifically-Based Profession
October 8, 1993 (Vol. 11, Issue 21)
Speaking Out
July 16, 1993 (Vol. 11, Issue 15)
American Health Care -- Coping with Fraud or Improper Utilization
June 4, 1993 (Vol. 11, Issue 12)
Round 14 of a 15-Round Fight -- We Need a Knockout Punch
April 23, 1993 (Vol. 11, Issue 09)
An Open Message to Patients, Legislators, and the Media
March 12, 1993 (Vol. 11, Issue 06)
Major Research on Tap for Chiropractic in 1993
February 12, 1993 (Vol. 11, Issue 04)
The Kansas Video -- A Powerful Message
November 18, 1994 (Vol. 12, Issue 24)
Dealing with Consumer Reports, Orthopractors, and "20/20"
October 7, 1994 (Vol. 12, Issue 21)
Consumer Reports: An Analysis
September 1, 1994 (Vol. 12, Issue 18)
The Team Needs a New Coach
July 15, 1994 (Vol. 12, Issue 15)
Letter to Rush Limbaugh
June 3, 1994 (Vol. 12, Issue 12)
Refusing to Make the Same Mistakes
April 22, 1994 (Vol. 12, Issue 09)
"20/20" -- The National Enquirer of the Tube
March 11, 1994 (Vol. 12, Issue 06)
The Format of a Good Chiropractic Presentation
January 28, 1994 (Vol. 12, Issue 03)
Learning from Limbaugh
July 31, 1995 (Vol. 13, Issue 16)
Our Most Dangerous Time in History
June 5, 1995 (Vol. 13, Issue 12)
Four Implications of the AHCPR Guidelines
April 10, 1995 (Vol. 13, Issue 08)
The Courage to Face It -- The Wisdom to Correct It
February 13, 1995 (Vol. 13, Issue 04)
Let's Get Rush Limbaugh Enthusiastic About Chiropractic
December 16, 1996 (Vol. 14, Issue 26)
Awaken and Recruit Chiropractic's Sleeping Giants
October 21, 1996 (Vol. 14, Issue 22)
It's Time to Play Hardball
September 1, 1996 (Vol. 14, Issue 18)
The Bastardization of Chiropractic
May 6, 1996 (Vol. 14, Issue 10)
Health Care Needs a Wake up Call
January 29, 1996 (Vol. 14, Issue 03)
Why the AMA Rejected the AHCPR Low Back Guidelines
December 29, 1997 (Vol. 15, Issue 26)
Tough Love -- The Way to Go
September 8, 1997 (Vol. 15, Issue 19)
Health Care Fraud, Medical Incompetence, and/or Stupidity? You Be the Judge
May 19, 1997 (Vol. 15, Issue 11)
Have You Ever Wondered Why?
March 10, 1997 (Vol. 15, Issue 06)
Braggin' Rights for Chiropractors
January 14, 1997 (Vol. 15, Issue 02)
The Role of Chiropractic as We Approach the Year 2000 and Beyond
July 13, 1998 (Vol. 16, Issue 15)
The Ultimate Secret of Success for Chiropractic
February 23, 1998 (Vol. 16, Issue 05)
Chiropractic as the Conscience for Rational Health Care
November 15, 1999 (Vol. 17, Issue 24)
Chiropractic: A Profession at Serious Risk
March 8, 1999 (Vol. 17, Issue 06)
Chiropractic: A Profession at Serious Risk
February 22, 1999 (Vol. 17, Issue 05)
Good Questions to Ask Our Politicians
November 30, 2000 (Vol. 18, Issue 25)
Chiropractic -The "Rodney Dangerfield" of Health Care
August 18, 2000 (Vol. 18, Issue 18)
The Most Prevalent Health Care Fraud of All
July 16, 2001 (Vol. 19, Issue 15)
Chiropractic Visions of the Leaders of "Our Virtual Chiropractic Association"
March 12, 2001 (Vol. 19, Issue 06)
A Challenge to Our Leaders: Become Media-Oriented
November 18, 2002 (Vol. 20, Issue 24)
The Alliance of State Chiropractic Spokespersons
March 11, 2002 (Vol. 20, Issue 06)
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Your Practice / Business
Should You Use Cash, Loan or Lease for Equipment Purchases?
Should You Use Cash, Loan or Lease for Equipment Purchases?

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?

Jamy Antoine, BS, DC, BCN
Politics / Government / Legislation
2024 Elections: Our Best Chance to Be a Player Again
2024 Elections

Some pundits say that the upcoming presidential and congressional races, and many local races, might be the most consequential in our country’s history. We do not have the choice of sitting on the sidelines and hoping our patients will carry our water.  Unlike other medical professions such as physical therapists, podiatrists, nurses, etc., the health care class (AMA) will not protect us. We must be in the game.

Garrett Cuneo, BA
Chronic / Acute Conditions
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