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Back pain Facts & Statistics

ABCA

In addition, arthritis, poor posture, obesity, and psychological stress can cause or complicate back pain. It reduces pain, decreases medication, rapidly advances physical therapy, and requires very few passive forms of treatment, such as bed rest. Maintain proper posture. Orthopedics Today 2003 Feb; 23(2):14-15.

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Effective Chiropractic Conversations That Build Trust

CLA

Using Confident Language and Body Language Your tone of voice, posture, and choice of words all contribute to the message you convey. Speak clearly and assertively, maintain an open body posture, and use positive language to inspire confidence and trust. This helps patients grasp the significance of their care.

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The Science Behind Scanning the Nervous System 

CLA

By measuring this activity in the postural muscles, sEMG scans give you a clear picture of how well the spine is balanced and how exhausted the motor system is. The neuroCORE device is your go-to for this. In just under two minutes, you can complete a full spine scan, pinpointing areas of reactive or exhausted muscles.

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Preparing Families For Back-To-School Stress

CLA

One of the easiest ways to screen for stress and introduce chiropractic for kids is through their posture. When you use CLA’s advanced technology, posture becomes a neurological discussion rather than a spinal problem. Efficient Motor-Neural Activity : Patients use significantly less motor-neural activity to maintain their postures.

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Dyskinesia and the Subluxation  

CLA

Assessing a local spinal segment for restriction or observing affected postures should trigger a line of questioning to assess the impact on the whole person. The adage “Garbage In, Garbage Out” relates to the noise in neurological communication that not only affects posture but wastes essential neurological energy.

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INSiGHT Scanning and Neuro-Based Care Planning

CLA

The technology suite includes three advanced tools that collect critical data: Surface Electromyography (sEMG) : Identifies abnormal postural muscle tension and imbalances. Patients need to understand how stressors like poor posture, diet, mental strain, and physical trauma impact their nervous system.

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Present Time Consciousness in Chiropractic Practice

CLA

Use Physical and Verbal Cues to Show Attentiveness Being present involves more than just listening. It includes making eye contact, maintaining an open body posture, and using affirming language. Walk from table to table and envision life unfolding in each person you interact with.