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Tips for communicating with patients with limited English proficiency

Chiropractic Economics

This article discusses the negative impact of language discordance between provider and patient on patient health, and specifies the regulatory guidelines requiring language access. It also provides tips for better communicating with patients who have limited English proficiency. Nearly one in five people in the U.S.

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

ChiroUp

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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Do your chiropractic clinical assessments need an updated?

Chiropractic Economics

DCs are constantly evolving their clinical assessments to meet the ever-growing needs of their patients. Today, we must ask ourselves: Are we doing enough to prevent falls and improve quality of life for our middle-aged and elderly patients? 1 To conduct the test, ask your patient to stand on one leg with their arms at their sides.

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Do your chiropractic clinical assessments need an update?

Chiropractic Economics

DCs are constantly evolving their chiropractic clinical assessments to meet the ever-growing needs of their patients. Today, we must ask ourselves: Are we doing enough to prevent falls and improve quality of life for our middle-aged and elderly patients?

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Help patients live longer: Suggest vitamins D3 and K2

Chiropractic Economics

Today’s patients are more interested than ever in longevity, and as a doctor of chiropractic you are in an excellent position to help them achieve a longer lifespan and healthspan via natural means. The immune system thrives on vitamin D supplementation as well. Vitamins D3 and K in combination offer even more bone-related benefits.

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Help patients live longer: Suggest vitamins D3 and K

Chiropractic Economics

Today’s patients are more interested than ever in longevity, and as a doctor of chiropractic you are in an excellent position to help them achieve a longer lifespan and healthspan via natural means. The immune system thrives on vitamin D supplementation as well. Vitamins D3 and K in combination offer even more bone-related benefits.

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What’s your back age? Take the Back Health Calculator Test

Chiropractic Economics

and has been named ‘Best Professional Body of the Year’ at the Memcom Excellence Awards 2022 for its Repositioning Project, which has played a pivotal role in changing the healthcare landscape for the better. The BCA is the home for DCs who provide patient-centred, evidence-based care and offer full transparency to their patients.

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