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Sombra Wellness Products marks 50 years in the pain relief industry

Chiropractic Economics

Founded in October 1974, Sombra Wellness Products is celebrating half a century of providing natural, effective pain relief to healthcare professionals and their patients across the U.S. Since the company’s creation, Sombra has remained committed to delivering the highest-quality pain relief gels, used by doctors of chiropractic, acupuncturists, physical therapists and licensed massage therapists.

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Research supports run–walk interval training as a way to reduce chronic low back pain

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

A study conducted at Monash University, Australia, has demonstrated that a progressive run–walk interval training program, delivered digitally and supported remotely, is not only effective in reducing pain and disability in adults with chronic low back pain (LBP) but is also safe and acceptable for participants.

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$18.5 Million to UPMC for First Musculoskeletal Biobank!

Orthopedics This Week

$18.5 million for a musculoskeletal biobank at UPMC which could uncover transforming insights for treating all manner of chronic and seemingly intractable MSK issues. The post $18.5 Million to UPMC for First Musculoskeletal Biobank! first appeared on Orthopedics This Week.

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The Importance of Proper Breathing for Musculoskeletal Health

Chiros in Motion

Breathing is often overlooked in discussions about musculoskeletal health. How we breathe can profoundly affect the function of our bodies. One effective method to improve proper breathing mechanics and overall well-being is through Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS). This approach emphasizes the natural use of the diaphragm for breathing, which can relieve strain and enhance musculoskeletal […] The post The Importance of Proper Breathing for Musculoskeletal Health appeared first on

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Wealth building and financial independence

Chiropractic Economics

Create generational wealth by using common sense financial practices. Imagine a young man, almost 20 years old, recently married and earning $58,000 a year before taxes working at a truck repair shop. His new wife, a college student working part-time, brings in an additional $24,000 annually. Remarkably, they already have $50,000 in savings and investment accounts.

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Study shows parkrun boosts life satisfaction for less active participants

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

A new study by Sheffield Hallam University and The University of Sheffield, UK, reveals that participation in parkrun, a weekly 5-kilometer social run (or walk), significantly benefits life satisfaction among its least active participants.

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The Best Spine Surgeons in America

Orthopedics This Week

Here’s one publication’s list of the Best Spine Surgeons in America. We quibble a bit, noting that several top spine surgeons deserve to be on, if not lead, this list. But many of the best of the best are, indeed, listed. The post The Best Spine Surgeons in America first appeared on Orthopedics This Week.

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Insurance type tied to variations in chronic pain treatment, research suggests

Chiropractic Economics

An analysis of medical claims data suggests adults may have differential access to chronic pain treatment options based on the type of health insurance they have. Recently published in The Journal of Pain , the study was conducted by researchers at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health.

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Study finds 'brain endurance training' boosts cognitive and physical abilities in older adults

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Brain endurance training (BET), a combined cognitive and exercise training method developed for athletes, boosts cognitive and physical abilities in older adults.

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Phase 3 Enrollment Done for 1st Intradiscal Back Pain Injection

Orthopedics This Week

Phase 3 enrollment of 417 patients for the landmark MODEL trial of a novel peptide intradiscal injection for low back pain is now completed. Study sponsor, Spine BioPharma, Inc., made this announcement at the recently concluded 2024 North American Spine Society annual meeting. The post Phase 3 Enrollment Done for 1st Intradiscal Back Pain Injection first appeared on Orthopedics This Week.

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Foot Innovate Welcomes New Corporate Partner: Kuros Biosciences

OrthoSpineNews

October 9, 2024 – OrthoSpineNews – Foot Innovate is pleased to announce Kuros Biosciences as its newest corporate partner. Kuros Biosciences is dedicated to discovering, developing and delivering innovative biologic fusion technologies. With locations in the United States, Netherlands, and Switzerland, the company is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SW:KURN).

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The 2025 ICD-10 updates: What DCs need to know

Chiropractic Economics

As of Oct. 1 of this year, the 2025 ICD-10 updates became effective for all insurance companies. While updates to the ICD-10 code set happen annually, the changes for 2025 include numerous revisions that directly impact chiropractic practices. Of the couple hundred changes introduced, let’s take a closer look at the specific updates that matter most to doctors of chiropractic and how you can incorporate them seamlessly into your daily operations. 2025 ICD-10 Updates for DCs This selection of 202

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Echoes in the brain: Why today's workout could fuel next week's bright idea

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

In a rare, longitudinal study, researchers from Aalto University and the University of Oulu tracked one person's brain and behavioral activity for five months using brain scans and data from wearable devices and smartphones. The results were published in PLOS Biology on October 8.

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Massage for Your Pillars of Health

Healthy Life Chiropractic

Maintaining excellent wellness is a matter of consistently supporting the pillars of good health. Taking steps to ensure that you’re getting proper nutrition, sleep, and exercise while managing stress levels will go a long way toward keeping you feeling your best. Massage therapy can be a helpful tool for supporting these key pillars. What Are the 5 Pillars of Health?

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Regenerative Medicine for Back Pain Relief

Markson Chiropractic

Living with persistent lower back pain can be a debilitating experience that affects every aspect of your life. Traditional treatments often provide temporary relief, leaving many searching for more effective solutions. This is where regenerative medicine comes into play—a cutting-edge approach that taps into the power of your body's own healing processes.

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Extracorporeal shockwave therapy and disc herniations

Chiropractic Economics

Is extracorporeal shockwave (ESWT) missing from your toolbox when you treat disc herniations? If your practice is like mine, you get several patients a day with disc herniations. Before the 1990s, the only tool we had to address disc herniations was the chiropractic adjustment. Several decades later, considerable advancements in technology allow DCs to address intervertebral disc (IVD) pathology.

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Breakdancers may risk 'headspin hole' caused by repetitive headspins, doctors warn

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Breakdancers may be at risk of developing a condition caused by repeatedly doing a cardinal move of their practice and performance—the headspin—warn doctors in the journal BMJ Case Reports.

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VISIE™ Inc. Announces Continuous Anatomic Auto Tracking (CAAT) for Robotic-Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty

OrthoSpineNews

AUSTIN, Texas, October 11, 2024–(BUSINESS WIRE)–VISIE Inc., formerly known as Advanced Scanners, announces it has successfully demonstrated Continuous Anatomic Auto Tracking (CAAT) for robotic-assisted total knee arthroplasty (RA-TKA) in its Austin, TX headquarters. Continuous Anatomic Auto Tracking (CAAT) CAAT is a proprietary, highly promising technological leap that gives the power of vision to surgical robotic … The post VISIE™ Inc.

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From Start to Silver: Dr. Kaity Szabo’s Olympic Rowing Triumph 

Canadian Chiropractic Association

Dr. Szabo started working with various sport teams as an Emergency First Responder while completing her degree at CMCC. Upon graduation, she transitioned into primary therapist roles within sport teams and organizations, deepening her expertise in managing athletic injuries and optimizing performance. She honed her skills through roles including Co-Lead Performance Therapist with the Niagara River Lions (CEBL), Co-Chief Therapist at the ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships, and Medical L

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What you need to know about TECAR therapy

Chiropractic Economics

Chiropractic Economics sat down with a functional recovery expert to learn more about TECAR therapy and how to add TECAR therapy to your practice and start healing more patients. What is TECAR therapy? TECAR therapy is a form of physical therapy that uses radiofrequency energy to stimulate tissue repair and reduce pain. TECAR leverages electromagnetic waves to generate heat within the body tissues, promoting natural healing processes.

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Research suggests a new strategy for people with type 1 diabetes to lower blood sugar after exercise

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Adults with type 1 diabetes should perform aerobic cooldowns to manage high blood sugar after intense exercise where glucose levels might rise, according to current guidelines for managing the disease. However, this recommendation has never been empirically tested—and recent research from the University of Alberta could offer a better solution.

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Comprehensive Chiropractic Care in Atlanta: Your Path to Wellness

Any Spine

 Do you often wonder if there’s a way to alleviate the aches and pains that disrupt your daily life in Atlanta? Here lies your path to wellness through comprehensive chiropractic care tailored to your unique needs. This informative post will explore the common conditions chiropractors address, from Midtown to Inman Park, and how a blend of therapy techniques can contribute to holistic wellness.

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Staying True to the Essential 3D’s: Making Time to Scan

CLA

We have so many great Blogs on the topics of Dysafferentation, Dysponesis, and Dysautonomia. We continue to answer some common questions about how these concepts relate to INSiGHT scanning. Questions such as: “ How do I measure and report objective scan findings so my patients will understand?’ “ How would I have time to add in more tests to my exams?

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Cleveland University-Kansas City enhances its SmartChoiceCE website

Chiropractic Economics

On Oct. 8, Cleveland University-Kansas City (CUKC), a leader in chiropractic and health sciences education for over a century, announced significant updates to its online chiropractic continuing education platform, SmartChoiceCE , designed to improve DCs’ experience fulfilling their continuing education (CE) requirements. “SmartChoiceCE.com offers continuing education content backed by Cleveland University-Kansas City, an institution known for innovation and leadership in chiropractic education

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Sleep and body clock disruption associated with female soccer players' mental health

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Elite female Australian Rules footballers report poorer mental health relative to elite male players, especially when their sleep is disrupted, Monash University-led research has found.

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Rob Burnett, M.D. Joins Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush

Orthopedics This Week

Robert A. Burnett, M.D. has joined Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush in Chicago. The post Rob Burnett, M.D. Joins Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush first appeared on Orthopedics This Week.

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Steward Health Care abandons Norwood Hospital in Massachusetts

OrthoSpineNews

Norwood Hospital has not been part of the bankruptcy proceedings of Steward’s 31 facilities nationwide. October 9, 2024, Susan Morse, Executive Editor – Steward Health Care is closing Norwood Hospital and four satellite facilities in Massachusetts and abandoning the properties, according to bankruptcy filing in federal court in Texas on Monday.

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Craft an effective pricing strategy for your chiropractic office

Chiropractic Economics

An optimal pricing strategy balances profitability with patient satisfaction, attracting and retaining a loyal clientele. Yet, few resources offer a comprehensive how-to guide for DCs on creating an effective pricing strategy for their offices. Know your demographic Before embarking on the journey of creating a pricing strategy for your practice, it’s crucial to understand your demographic.

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Why isometric exercises are so good for you

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Exercise is great for improving heart health. But the thought of hitting the gym or going for a jog might put some people off from doing it. And, if you have a heart condition already, such dynamic exercises may not be safe to do.

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Charles E. Johnston, M.D. Wins SRS Lifetime Achievement Award

Orthopedics This Week

Charles E. Johnston, M.D. has been honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the the Scoliosis Research Society. The post Charles E. Johnston, M.D. Wins SRS Lifetime Achievement Award first appeared on Orthopedics This Week.

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SI-BONE, Inc. Announces First-In-Patient Procedures with FDA Breakthrough Device for Pelvic Fracture Fixation

OrthoSpineNews

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SI-BONE, Inc. (Nasdaq: SIBN), a Silicon Valley-based medical device company dedicated to providing surgical solutions for sacropelvic disorders, today announced first-in-patient procedures with the FDA-designated breakthrough device, iFuse TORQ TNT™ Implant System (TNT). Designed to address the anatomic and biomechanical challenges of pelvic fragility fractures, particularly … The post SI-BONE, Inc.

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Foot Levelers raising money for Hurricane Helene relief

Chiropractic Economics

Foot Levelers is spearheading a Hurricane Helene relief effort to help those impacted by the major storm that struck the southern U.S. in late September. Hurricane Helene decimated several regions across the southern half of the U.S., including major flooding that left many regions unrecognizable and some uninhabitable; it’s estimated the storm caused between $30.5 and $47.5 billion in damage across 16 states.

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Potential risk factors for suicide identified in the professional athlete population

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

A career in an elite or professional sport is not in itself a risk factor for suicide, according to a review published in the Journal of Psychiatric Practice. But physicians, coaches, and family members should be alert to supporting elite and professional athletes as they approach retirement, a potential athlete-specific risk factor for suicide.

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3 Best Pediatric Therapy Websites For Parents & Kids

Practice Promotions

Does your pediatric therapy website connect with parents and families? In just a few seconds, your site should grab their attention, show off what makes your clinic special, and build trust that you’re the top choice for their child’s therapy needs. What Makes A Good Pediatric Therapy Website? The best pediatric therapy websites aren’t just pretty—they’re designed with families in mind, making it easy for parents to find the info they need and take action.

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TeDan Surgical Innovations Launches Phantom ML3™ MIS Lumbar Surgical Access System, Offering Simplicity Without Compromising Versatility in Minimally Invasive TLIF Procedures

OrthoSpineNews

SUGAR LAND, Texas, Oct. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — TeDan Surgical Innovations, Inc. (TSI), a global leader in surgical access systems specializing in spine, neuro, orthopedic, and cardiothoracic surgery, has announced the launch of the Phantom ML3™ MIS Lumbar Surgical Access System. This innovative solution provides a simple, reproducible workflow for various transforaminal lumbar procedures.

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McTimoney College of Chiropractic Madrid gains GCC approval

Chiropractic Economics

On Oct. 3, McTimoney College of Chiropractic in Madrid, Spain, announce that the General Chiropractic Council (GCC) had officially approved its Master of Chiropractic (MChiro) program. This landmark decision, according to a college press release , follows a recommendation from the GCC’s Education Committee and marks a significant milestone for chiropractic education in Europe.

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People with hip osteoarthritis are unable to activate their muscles as efficiently, irrespective of strength

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Muscle activation in people suffering from hip osteoarthritis might be a case of "mind over matter," new research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has shown.

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