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Expert analysis: Did cervical spine manipulation cause the death of Katie May?

Chiropractic Economics

A recent case report on Katie May, who died in 2016 after receiving chiropractic cervical spine manipulation (CSM) from a DC, has concluded it did not cause her death. 4,6 Expert: cervical spine manipulation did not cause VAD The case report concludes that CSM did not cause the VAD, and that the dissection had been present before the CSM.

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Medicare Part B’s advance beneficiary notice

Chiropractic Economics

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. This is where the financial protection for the doctor comes in.

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Neurological Scanning Technology for Chiropractic Diagnosis

CLA

When it comes to chiropractic care, youve probably heard the phrase, The spine is the key to the nervous system. How do you measure whether the spine is causing stress, tension, or dysfunction in the nervous system? Lets explore how neurological scanning technology is revolutionizing chiropractic diagnosis and care.

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Stop outsourcing with new technology

Chiropractic Economics

In fact, the new technology allows you to see the spine in motion. Patients simply stand or sit in a special motion support platform, and padded bolsters isolate the spine. Now, it’s possible to obtain a correct diagnosis, discover exact pain points and provide the appropriate treatment for these “previously hidden” injuries.

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Top Chiropractic Research from 2024: Elevating Evidence-Based Care

ChiroUp

SMT and Cervical Artery Dissection: Debunking Myths This year, multiple studies reaffirmed that cervical spine manipulation (CSM) is not causally linked to cervical artery dissection (CAD). "In There was] no convincing evidence of the causation of cervical artery dissection by cervical spine manipulation in a healthy cervical spine." (2)

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6 Key ChiroUp Condition Reference Updates to Enhance Your Success

ChiroUp

Sometimes, there is one test that is pathognomonic with a diagnosis. Traditionally, ChiroUp shows you all the tests (orthopedic, neurologic, ROM, pathologic) that a chiropractor should perform per diagnosis. Astute practitioners balance positive and negative orthopedic tests to arrive at a reasonable differential diagnosis.

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How Chiropractic Care Enhances Quality of Life Through Improved Mobility

Fisher Chiropractic

How Chiropractic Care Works Chiropractic care is a holistic approach to health that focuses on the relationship between the spine and the nervous system. The core principle is that misalignments in the spine, called subluxations, can interfere with the nervous system's function.