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Do your chiropractic clinical assessments need an updated?

Chiropractic Economics

In fact,, falls are the second leading cause of injury-related death for individuals aged 65 to 84, and the leading cause for those 85 and older​. These alarming statistics underscore the need for DCs to play a proactive role in fall prevention.

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Fall Prevention Strategy For Your Patients

ChiroUp

This system helps you sense how your body is positioned and adjust your movements accordingly. Can Chiropractors Reduce Fall Rates? There must be a differentiation between a risk of falling due to weakness or balance. For every 1% increase in body weight generated beneath the big toe, the risk of falling decreases by 7%. (7)

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Do your chiropractic clinical assessments need an update?

Chiropractic Economics

In fact,, falls are the second leading cause of injury-related death for individuals aged 65 to 84, and the leading cause for those 85 and older​. These alarming statistics underscore the need for DCs to play a proactive role in fall prevention.