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How Integrating Nervous System Scanning Can Transform Your Chiropractic Practice

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Many chiropractors rely exclusively on traditional tools like X-rays, which provide great insights into structural misalignments. Why X-Rays Alone Arent Enough Anymore X-rays have been a staple in chiropractic care for decades, and for good reason. X-rays dont reveal that interference.

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Schmorl’s Node Refresher: 7 Surprising Facts Every DC Must Own

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2,7) Schmorls node spine MRI Schmorl’s node lumbar spine x-ray 2. 2012 May;57(3):571-7. 2012 Sep;2(3):159-67. 2012 Nov;21:2115-21. 1) The lesion appears on imaging as a well-defined, small, round or oval radiolucent vertebral indentation, often with a thin rim of sclerosis. (2) How common are schmorl’s nodes?

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Why Shifting to a Function-First Approach in Chiropractic Matters

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Instead of relying solely on X-rays to show structural changes, scans measure the nervous systems functional performance. They might still have a slight misalignment on their X-ray, but if their nervous system is thriving, theyre on the right track. June 8, 2012. Is their autonomic nervous system balanced?

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How To Get Neurological Scanning Into Your Chiropractic Practice

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Why Neurological Scanning Goes Beyond Traditional X-Rays Lets talk about X-rays for a second. X-rays show bones. June 8, 2012. They can see exactly how their care is working, which builds trust and keeps them coming back. … Read More BY Dr. .

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Bridging the Gap Between Traditional and Function-First Chiropractic Care

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Traditional approaches focused on structure, like spinal misalignments seen on X-rays, have been the backbone of the field for decades. Heres what traditional care offers: Clear diagnostics : Tools like X-rays provide detailed images of spinal structure. Lets face itchiropractic care is evolving.

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Rethinking Chiropractic: Function > Structure

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Shifting the narrative toward functional outcomes means focusing on how patients feel, move, and operate rather than simply on what their X-rays show. Take this practical approach into the clinic: Instead of using scans or X-rays to justify alignment correction, let’s focus on how we can improve the body’s functional performance.

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The Future of Non-Invasive Diagnostics in Chiropractic Practices

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Why Non-Invasive Diagnostics Are Important Traditional diagnostic methods like X-rays or manual palpation have their place, but they cant measure nervous system function. No radiation or discomfort : Unlike X-rays, non-invasive diagnostics are safe for all patients, including kids and pregnant women. June 8, 2012.