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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? If they cannot, it may indicate a higher risk of falls and warrant further intervention.

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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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Fall Prevention Strategy For Your Patients

ChiroUp

For every 1% increase in body weight generated beneath the big toe, the risk of falling decreases by 7%. (7) 7) Falls Prevention Program For Your Patients For patients with weak toes and poor balance, prescribe simple at-home exercises. The cost and frequency of hospitalization for fall–related injuries in older adults.

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Strategies to improve balance and support healthy aging in your patients

Chiropractic Economics

Older Adult Falls Data. CDC Older Adult Fall Prevention. Clinical Chiropractic. A global perspective. Publication No. March 2007. National Institute on Aging. National Institutes of Health. May 9, 2024. Gross MT, et al. Effects of foot orthoses on balance in older adults. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2012;42(7):649-657.

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Competitive Equestrian’s Improved Performance Sparks Career in Chiropractic

Palmer College of Chiropractic

Involvement as a student rep for the Motion Palpation Club, and the supportive community at Palmer Chiropractic Clinics enhanced her academic journey, providing invaluable mentorship opportunities. “I I am profoundly grateful for the mentors who shaped me during my time in Palmer Clinics.”