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A modern marketing approach to chiropractic care

Chiropractic Economics

Read Chiropractic Economics ‘ interview with Steven Knauf, DC, Vice President of Chiropractic and Compliance at the Joint Chiropractic. Knauf began his career with The Joint in 2011, and after spending four years as a doctor of chiropractic in-clinic, he assumed the role of senior DC for 13 of The Joint Corp.

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Fall Prevention Strategy For Your Patients

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As you ponder this ‘subtle’ dad joke, it's crucial to reflect on some concerning statistics that underscore the importance of reevaluating your approach to patient education regarding the elderly and their susceptibility to falls. Here are two ways to test if your patients can recover from a potential fall.

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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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7 Essential Neurodynamic Tests For Sciatica And Lumbar Radiculopathies

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This blog and video will cover everything you need to master lower extremity neurodynamic testing for all nerves, ensuring your diagnostic accuracy and improving patient outcomes. The clinician progressively lifts the supine patient's straightened leg until symptoms are reported. 9) Reliability estimates are wide-ranging. (4)

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Why do you have to adjust my neck?

Smart Pain Solutions

Pain in your neck is often associated with an inflamed or irritated joint. When a joint is inflamed it typically does not move like it should. Additionally, muscles near the aberrant joint receive signals indicating there is a problem. Now you have joint pain and muscle stiffness.

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The Power of Maintenance Care: Benefits of Regular Adjustments

Watkins Family Chiropractic

Regular chiropractic adjustments help maintain proper spinal alignment and joint mobility, reducing the risk of strain or sprain on the muscles and ligaments. A study published in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics examined the effects of maintenance chiropractic care on patients with chronic low back pain.

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Heat vs. Cold Therapy: Which is Best for Musculoskeletal Injuries

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Understanding the benefits of ice and heat therapy can significantly impact a patient's healing journey. 2,18) When using an ice pack, patients may progressively feel cold, followed by burning, aching, and finally numbness (CBAN). Such strategies can not only enhance patient comfort but also promote long-term healing.