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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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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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2) Chiropractors routinely encounter patients with neuropathic itching, particularly conditions like brachioradial pruritus, as they often stem from cervical spine dysfunction and nerve irritation. 9) Neuropathic itch is more common in patients with systemic triggers like sensory polyneuropathy (e.g.,

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Understanding the differences in light-based therapies: LED vs. laser

Chiropractic Economics

When deciding which technology is best for your practice, you must evaluate the options from both a technical standpoint and their implications for patient outcomes, practice workflow and potential income. This regulatory framework ensures safety and efficacy, which can be reassuring for both practitioners and patients.

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A modern marketing approach to chiropractic care

Chiropractic Economics

Patients are receiving their services in three different ways: 1. This is becoming very popular as patients are seeking services that fit into their daily routine and can be accessed in the comfort of their own homes. It plays a huge role in how you interact with the patient, as well as what they expect from you. digitally or 3.

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Five essential elements of a successful chiropractic wellness clinic

Chiropractic Economics

When patients complete their initial treatment plan and transition to wellness care, they get better clinical results and experience the lifetime benefits of chiropractic. Practices that continually add new patients and, more importantly, don’t lose them, grow their cash collections year after year. Annual cash collections 2010-2023.

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The Joint Corp. to participate in upcoming investor conferences

Chiropractic Economics

(NASDAQ: JYNT) revolutionized access to chiropractic care when it introduced its retail healthcare business model in 2010. The company is making quality care convenient and affordable, while eliminating the need for insurance, for millions of patients seeking pain relief and ongoing wellness.

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The Joint Corp. operating metrics for 2024 reported

Chiropractic Economics

million patient visits, compared to 13.6 Treated 957,000 new patients, compared to 932,000 in 2023. NASDAQ: JYNT) revolutionized access to chiropractic care when it introduced its retail healthcare business model in 2010. On January 16, The Joint Corp., The Joint Corp. million in 2023.

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