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Insurance type tied to variations in chronic pain treatment, research suggests

Chiropractic Economics

adult population and has been estimated to cost $560 to $635 billion annually (in 2010 dollars), according to the Institute of Medicine. Overall, the study indicated that more commercially insured patients than Medicaid-insured patients received restorative therapies (e.g., of Medicaid-insured patients did. Also, 63.1%

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Chiropractic Treatment of SLAP Lesions

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The significance of a confirmed labral tear is debatable since this finding is present in more than half of asymptomatic middle-aged patients. (1) Chiropractors must understand how to manage patients with SLAP lesions, as the impact of a confirmed labral tear cannot be understated. 13,14) When should I refer a patient to surgery?

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The top 6 common myths about chiropractic treatment

Canadian Chiropractic Association

From these observations, a diagnosis will be provided, and a treatment plan developed in collaboration with the patient – according to their needs and goals. The treatment plan may recommend a number of subsequent visits to see how the patient responds to care and schedule re-evaluations when indicated. McHardy, A.,