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Should your practice offer peptide therapy? This DC says yes

Chiropractic Economics

In 2022, they accounted for 5% of the global pharmaceutical market , and the research into their benefits is definitely worth a read; peptide therapy has shown promise in the areas of anti-aging, disease treatment, injury recovery, immune support and many more.

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“Laser precision” required for coding low-level laser therapy

Chiropractic Economics

The best plan is to use the most applicable code allowed by the payer that meets the code definitions. Therefore, Medicare won’t pay for it, and it appears that others follow Medicare’s lead. Patient acknowledgment to self-pay When ordering or delivering low-level laser therapy, it’s critical to perform the four steps mentioned above.

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Adolescent posture assessment

Chiropractic Economics

Depending on the definition of weak posture, the literature indicates that up to 65% of adolescents aged 10-18 have postural weakness, which is believed to lead to neck and back pain as adults. 1 Basically, soft tissue stiffness predisposes them to injury and creates abnormal joint position and function.

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Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome & Treating Runners

ChiroUp

A reverse lunge allows the tibia to remain vertical, which reduces the compression at the patellofemoral joint. However, progressing to a forward lunge, gradually taking smaller and smaller steps, will help build a tolerance to increased compression at the joint. This is definitely the least exciting option. Am J Sports Med.

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Extracorporeal shockwave therapy and disc herniations

Chiropractic Economics

However, during the physical exam you notice most of the patient’s symptoms can be traced to a sacroiliac joint dysfunction. Up until now, no definitive tool could successfully restore vascularity to subchondral bone and endplate tissue. Rehabilitating the endplates is of utmost importance to restoring nutrient flow.

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Muscle / Tendon Strains – A Definitive Guide

Musculoskeletal Medicine

Limited Range of Motion You may have difficulty moving the injured muscle or joint through its full range of motion. Stiffness Stiffness in the affected joint or muscle may be present, especially in the morning or after periods of inactivity. Muscle Spasms Muscle spasms or involuntary contractions can occur in response to the strain.

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Chiropractic Ads: Which Are The Most Effective For Your Practice?

iMatrix

Last but definitely not least, you can increase your conversion rate. For instance, your clients may be experiencing back pain, joint pain, sports injury complications, or perhaps they have been in a recent accident and have suffered from whiplash. Advertising enables more people to see your content. Generate interest in your message.