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Craft your painted picture: Visualize success for the perfect future in chiropractic practice

Chiropractic Economics

Do you know how to visualize success? It can be a powerful tool for helping you achieve your goals. As DCs and healthcare professionals, we often find ourselves immersed in the daily hustle of patient care, administrative duties and continuous learning. Amidst this whirlwind, it’s easy to lose sight of our long-term goals and the vision we have for our practices.

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Is Your Chiropractic Non-compete Agreement Enforceable? Current Issues For Chiropractors To Consider With Restrictive Covenants

The Strategic Chiropractor

Is your chiropractic noncompete agreement enforceable? This is a dangerous but important question for chiropractors on both sides of the fence. Unfortunately, we hear it all too frequently “I signed a chiropractic non-compete agreement but now…” You can finish the sentence with a number of endings and regardless of which side of the fence you’re on, it’s easy to see why a chiropractic non-compete agreement is often a hotly contested issue.

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How to Grow Your Chiropractic Business

iMatrix

The goal of every chiropractic practice is to continue growing. How do you do that? A good business plan can help you achieve your goals and market your chiropractic clinic. The following tips are here to help you create an effective сhiropractic marketing strategy. Explore your options to expand to new cities and enjoy a new degree of success. You want to make sure you support your goals by having a stellar marketing plan to make these plans attainable.

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Our Favorite Journals to Stay Current

Mike Reinold

Here are our favorite reputable journals that we follow on a routine basis to stay current The post Our Favorite Journals to Stay Current appeared first on Mike Reinold.

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How to use SEO to drive patient growth for your chiropractic practice

Chiropractic Economics

In today’s highly competitive digital landscape, establishing a strong online presence is no longer optional—it’s essential. For DCs, this means getting found by the right people at the right time; those in need of your services and located in your area. However, visibility alone won’t drive patient growth. The real goal is patient acquisition, and that’s where search engine optimization (SEO) comes in.

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Stay Flexible This Fall: Chiropractic Stretches

Reinhardt Chiropractic

As the crisp air rolls in and the leaves begin to change, fall is the perfect time to focus on your health and flexibility. The change in seasons often brings a shift in our routines—more time spent indoors, less physical activity, and the potential for increased stiffness. At Reinhardt Chiropractic, we believe that staying flexible is key to maintaining your overall wellness, and chiropractic care, combined with targeted stretches, can help you feel your best as the weather cools down.

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Postgraduate Training Opportunities for Chiropractors: A Description of United States Programs

ChiroOrg

Chiro.Org Blog: This work details preliminary descriptive information on the current state of US-based PTOs for chiropractors. As of May 2023, a total of 49 PTOs for chiropractors exist in the US and are readily accessible online. However, many lack verification of quality and standards by external accrediting bodies. In addition, the profession currently lacks a consolidated resource of applicable training programs, potentially precluding many eligible applicants.

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The chiropractic approach to cardiovascular health

Chiropractic Economics

Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is a leading cause of death globally, including in the U.S where a life is lost to CVD every 33 seconds. 1 Lifestyle factors, such as diet, physical activity, smoking and alcohol consumption significantly influence heart disease risk. 2 Chiropractic care, with its focus on holistic health, offers a promising complementary approach to reducing these risk factors and improving cardiovascular health outcomes.

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The Critical Role of Hip Strength in ACL Injury Risk for Athletes

The Evidence Based Chiropractor

As chiropractors, our focus is not just on treating injuries but also on preventing them. A recent study has illuminated a pivotal aspect of injury prevention: the connection between hip muscle strength and the risk of noncontact anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in athletes. With ACL injuries being some of the most common yet debilitating injuries in sports, understanding and utilizing this information can significantly enhance our approach to patient care.

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2 Easy Ways to Improve Patient Retention in Your Practice

The Smart Chiropractor

Finding ways to improve chiropractic patient retention = practice growth, and these 2 patient retention strategies for chiropractors are game-changers.

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Prolonged sitting can sabotage health, even if you're young and exercise

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Between long commutes, Zoom-packed workdays and evenings of streaming and scrolling, Millennials now spend more than 60 hours per week sitting, potentially boosting their heart disease risk and accelerating other signs of aging, according to new University of Colorado Boulder and University of California Riverside research.

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Develop and manage a successful chiropractic practice

Chiropractic Economics

Managing a chiropractic practice requires a diverse skill set well beyond medical expertise. Indeed, managing a chiropractic practice includes staff management, such as hiring, training, scheduling and performance management; patient treatment protocols, including clinical care, patient education and record-keeping; supervising of medical billing and collection departments; marketing and advertising; and the practice’s financial budgeting and income generation.

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Research shows therapeutic virtual yoga program can be effective for chronic low back pain

ScienceDaily: Back and Neck Pain

Researchers found that a 12-week therapeutic virtual yoga program for chronic low back pain can be a feasible, safe and effective treatment option.

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Back to basics: Putting patients first

Physicians Practice

Evidence shows that patients who feel they are not heard or respected by their doctors experience poorer outcomes.

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'Weekend warrior' exercise pattern may equal more frequent sessions for lowering cognitive decline risk

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Just one or two sessions of physical activity at the weekend—a pattern of exercise dubbed 'weekend warrior'—may be just as likely to lower the risk of cognitive decline, which can often precede dementia, as more frequent sessions, concludes research published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.

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The body’s own cannabinoid system for healing

Chiropractic Economics

Whether or not you take an external source of CBD, you have cannabinoids in your body. DCs not believing in cannabinoids is like not believing in calcium, magnesium or iron. Why? Every mammal produces cannabinoids through the body’s endogenous cannabinoid system or endocannabinoid system (ECS). In 1992, researchers discovered the ECS and named it after the cannabis plant due to the molecular similarities between what the plant and the body produce.

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How Doc’s Chiropractic Achieved a 44% Growth in Just 9 Months: Insights on Sustainable Practice Expansion

DC Practice Growth

The Story of Doc’s Chiropractic: Resilience, Growth, and Effective Marketing Lindsay and Chris, founders of Doc’s Chiropractic in Milton Keynes, share a powerful journey of overcoming challenges and achieving unprecedented growth through thoughtful marketing strategies and patient engagement. With a solid foundation of 13 years of Chiropractic experience, they opened their current practice five years ago, facing unique hurdles, especially with patient acquisition during the pandemic.

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The Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Chronic Pain Management

Barrett Whole Body Chiropractic

Chronic pain is a widespread issue that affects millions of people, impacting their quality of life and daily functioning. Conditions such as back pain, neck pain, migraines, and other musculoskeletal issues can be debilitating, leaving individuals searching for effective, non-invasive treatments. Chiropractic care has emerged as a powerful solution for managing chronic pain, offering relief through spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and holistic care.

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Research shows therapeutic virtual yoga program can be effective for chronic low back pain

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Cleveland Clinic researchers found that a 12-week therapeutic virtual yoga program for chronic low back pain can be a feasible, safe and effective treatment option. The findings are published in JAMA Network Open.

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Nutrition and social support important for hip fracture recovery

Chiropractic Economics

This article discusses the importance of vitamin D and calcium for hip fracture recovery, as well as the value of adequate social support. This provides DCs with two areas to focus on when making recommendations for patients with this type of hip fracture injury. Annual hip fracture rates are expected to double by 2050. Chiropractic care can help prevent these injuries by improving balance and hip function in older adults, thereby reducing the risk of falls.

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Discover Better Posture: Chiropractic Care in Atlanta

Any Spine

 Do you find yourself struggling with back pain after long hours at your desk job? At our Inman Park clinic, we often see office employees who share this all-too-common discomfort. This article will shed light on the integral role chiropractic care plays in improving posture and, consequently, your overall well-being. Specifically, we’ll discuss proven methods to alleviate the strain your spine endures from sitting, delve into the harmonious relationship between posture and health, and gu

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Custom Orthotic Shoe Inserts for Flat Feet

Markson Chiropractic

Flat feet can be more than just a minor inconvenience. For many, this condition can lead to discomfort and pain, making it difficult to be productive and enjoy activities. If you're among those who experience foot pain from walking, custom orthotic shoe inserts specifically designed for flat feet can help support your arches, boost comfort, and allow you to enjoy the things you love.

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Physical activity of any intensity linked to lower risk of death after dementia diagnosis

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Physical activity of any intensity after a diagnosis of dementia is associated with around a 30% lower risk of death, finds research published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.

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Women Chiropractors Facebook group reaches 10,000 members

Chiropractic Economics

Women Chiropractors (WDC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering women in the chiropractic profession, reached a significant milestone with its Facebook group: surpassing 10,000 members, all vetted and licensed women doctors of chiropractic. This online community, designed as one of WDC’s free resources, noted a WDC press release, connects women DCs from across the globe, fostering personal and professional growth, mentorship and shared knowledge within the field.

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Enhance Your Active Lifestyle with an Atlanta Chiropractor

Any Spine

 Are you an active Atlantan experiencing discomfort or striving to elevate your physical performance? This article will illuminate how chiropractic care, particularly in dynamic communities like Midtown, Old 4th Ward, and Inman Park, close to the bustling Beltline, is pivotal in enhancing your well-being. I’ll delve into the benefits of customized chiropractic therapy for athletes and wellness enthusiasts alike and how it can tackle specific issues that hinder your active lifestyle.

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Practice tip of the week: Eliminating bottlenecks

Physicians Practice

Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts.

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Exercise cuts dependence in those with alcohol use disorder, review finds

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

An exercise intervention can effectively reduce alcohol dependence in patients with alcohol use disorder (AUD), according to a review published online Oct. 30 in PLOS ONE.

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Precision in patient care requires precision in diagnosis

Chiropractic Economics

The care you render to your patients requires precision. Your examination, manipulation and treatment plan require precision; however, precision in your diagnosis is often overlooked. The diagnosis you render reflects your knowledge, education and experience. An unspecified diagnosis lessens your reputation and your profession. The success of precision chiropractic care — and patient care as a whole — hinges on a critical factor: precision in the diagnosis.

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The Benefits of Using a TENS Unit

Healthy Life Chiropractic

Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulators, or TENS units , offer a natural way to relieve pain , improve muscle recovery, and maximize the effectiveness of chiropractic care. Best of all, you can enjoy the benefits of TENS therapy at home with a second-generation wireless unit from HiDow , available now at Healthy Life Chiropractic in Newnan, GA. The Benefits of Using a TENS Unit for Pain Relief Using a TENS unit offers numerous benefits for pain relief.

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Chiropractors Need To Stop Procrastinating

Rocket Chiro

A lot of chiropractors struggle with procrastination. They say they are going to do something, but they drag their feet. They will get to it someday, but someday never comes. One of the things I say a lot is. “The future YOU who is more successful knows things you don’t currently know and has habits that you currently don’t have.” If that’s true…and it is…procrastination is the enemy of your success.

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Both quick thrills and long-term goals make runners happy

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Running the Göteborgsvarvet to set a new personal best can make you just as happy as running the marathon as a fun activity with friends. This is according to a new study from the School of Business, Economics and Law at the University of Gothenburg, which looked at what makes runners happy.

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American Public Health Association releases chiropractic continuing education webinars

Chiropractic Economics

On Oct. 8, the Chiropractic Health Care section (CHC) of the American Public Health Association (APHA) announced the creation of a twelve-hour chiropractic continuing education webinar series. Robert A. Leach, DC, MS, FICC(h), RMCHES, CHC chairperson, made the announcement in an APHA press release. The series, available in two-hour modules, the release noted, is made possible by a generous grant from the NCMIC Foundation.

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Wondering How To Crack Your Back at Home? Read This First

Oviedo Chiropractic

If you’ve experienced the relaxed, limber feeling after a chiropractic adjustment, it’s only natural to want to recreate that sensation at home. After all, a well-aligned back can relieve tension, improve comfort, and enhance flexibility in our daily lives. So, it makes sense that many people search for ways to safely crack their own backs. However, it’s important to remember that chiropractic adjustments are highly specialized techniques.

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How DOTS Chiropractic Achieved a 44% Growth in Just 9 Months: Insights on Sustainable Practice Expansion

DC Practice Growth

The Story of DOTS Chiropractic: Resilience, Growth, and Effective Marketing Lindsay and Chris, founders of DOTS Chiropractic in Milton Keynes, share a powerful journey of overcoming challenges and achieving unprecedented growth through thoughtful marketing strategies and patient engagement. With a solid foundation of 13 years of Chiropractic experience, they opened their current practice five years ago, facing unique hurdles, especially with patient acquisition during the pandemic.

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3D-printed femurs may enhance biomechanical studies

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have developed a breakthrough three-dimensional (3D) printing technique for generating realistic models of the human femur that could make it easier and less expensive to conduct biomechanical research.

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Good article about the Positive Effects of Daily Walking

Foot and Ankle Problems

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The impact of Medicare physician reimbursement cuts

Physicians Practice

A look at the effects on patient services if reduction happens in 2025.