article thumbnail

Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

ChiroUp

Test Description: The patient is instructed to reach behind their back and slide their extended thumb as high up the spine as possible. 2) Chiropractic Treatment for Shoulder Weakness A positive DIME test strongly suggests a full-thickness rotator cuff tear. In such cases, simple rehabilitation exercises are essential.

article thumbnail

The chiropractic approach to cardiovascular health

Chiropractic Economics

The establishment of the Palmer School of Chiropractic in 1897 marked the beginning of chiropractic as a formal healthcare practice. Chiropractic treatments typically involve spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapies, rehabilitative exercises and lifestyle counseling. J Chiropr Med. 2010;9(3):107-114. Kiani AK, et al.

Health 264
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Why writing a weekly blog is crucial for your practice

Chiropractic Economics

By addressing common health issues, providing wellness tips and explaining chiropractic treatments, you position yourself as a trusted authority in your field. He is the author of Cracking the Code: Marketing Chiropractic—How Chiropractors Align Spines and Minds , available on Amazon.com.

article thumbnail

Sciatic Relief With Chiropractic Treatment

Beecher Chiropractic

Exercises and Stretches: Chiropractors can recommend specific exercises and stretches to improve flexibility and strengthen the muscles that support the spine, further reducing pressure on the sciatic nerve. Improved Mobility: Chiropractic treatments can help restore proper spinal movement and function, improving overall mobility.

article thumbnail

12 Facebook Posts Ideas for Chiropractors

iMatrix

For example, studies show that regular chiropractic visits can lower pharmaceutical expenses by 85% , and Medicare could save an estimated $83.5 million annually if more people opted for chiropractic treatment over traditional medical interventions. Use a fun Myth vs. Fact format to make your posts more shareable.

article thumbnail

Medicare Part B’s advance beneficiary notice

Chiropractic Economics

Let’s interpret the Act as it relates to chiropractic spinal adjustments. Since the ABN form is mandatory only when the otherwise covered service may not be covered that visit, it simply means that it only applies to manual manipulation of the spine when it doesn’t meet Medicare’s definition of medical necessity.

article thumbnail

Chiropractic Treatment of Cervicogenic Headaches

ChiroUp

This blog aims to guide chiropractors through the significance of suboccipital muscles in headache treatment and outlines four essential treatments for addressing these issues. The application of SNAGs aligns with the findings of the Delphi study, emphasizing the importance of upper cervical spine mobilization in treating CGH.

Headache 130