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Tracy Barnes, DC, DICCP, CKTI

Dr. Tracy Barnes is in private practice in Louisville, Ky. She graduated from Palmer Chiropractic College - West in 1992, has taught anatomy and physiology since 1999, and also teaches internationally on a variety of pediatric topics. She became a Certified Kinesio Taping Instructor (CKTI) in 2004 and has taught the taping method all over the world.

Previous Articles

A DC's Journey to Neck Surgery
February 1, 2015 (Vol. 33, Issue 03)
The Therapeutic Taping Method: Genuine Value-Added Therapy
Not a Cookie Cutter Problem: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
May 20, 1994 (Vol. 12, Issue 11)
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BCBS Provider Settlement: Find Out If You’re Eligible
BCBS Provider Settlement: Find Out If You’re Eligible

In a landmark development, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) has reached a $2.8 billion settlement to resolve antitrust claims brought by health care providers, including chiropractors. The lawsuit accused BCBS of dividing the nation into exclusive regions and limiting competition, which resulted in lower reimbursements for providers. Although BCBS denies any wrongdoing, the company agreed to the settlement to avoid lengthy litigation – and you can get a piece of the pie.

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News / Profession
WFC Non-Interference Policy: What Could It Mean for the ACA?

The World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) Board of Directors passed a “Policy on Non-Interference and Respect for National Authority” at its Q3 2024 meeting. Upon reading this, some might ask if the WFC policy is targeting the activities of the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) in providing international membership to Japanese individuals who do not hold a chiropractic degree from an accredited institution.

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Personal Injury / Legal
9 Delayed-Onset MVA Injuries (Pt. 3)
9 Delayed-Onset MVA Injuries

Part 3 of this three-part article on recogizing and diagnosing delayed-onset motor-vehicle acident (MVA) injuries in clinical practice covers spinal cord injury linked to cervical stenosis and spondylosis; alar sprain; and delayed instability. Part 1 discussed traumatic subdural hematoma, stroke due to MVA and traumatic central disc herniation; part 2 discussed traumatic Schmorl's nodes, post-concussion syndrome and posttraummatic syrinx.

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