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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?

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Fall Prevention Strategy For Your Patients

ChiroUp

As you ponder this ‘subtle’ dad joke, it's crucial to reflect on some concerning statistics that underscore the importance of reevaluating your approach to patient education regarding the elderly and their susceptibility to falls. Here are two ways to test if your patients can recover from a potential fall.

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The importance of including balance assessment and training in patient management protocols

Chiropractic Economics

As DCs, we strive to enhance the quality of life for our patients by addressing pain, improving mobility and preventing injuries. One critical but often overlooked aspect of patient care is balance assessment and training. This proactive approach allows for timely interventions to prevent falls and related injuries.

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Strategies to improve balance and support healthy aging in your patients

Chiropractic Economics

1 The aging patient presents many complex conditions that can affect all the body’s major systems. Most of the issues that result in a patient seeking care from a DC are usually associated with joint pain of the extremities and back and neck pain, usually due to osteoarthritis. Older Adult Falls Data. A global perspective.

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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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Osteoporosis: The unseen problem of fragile bones

Musculoskeletal Australia

This may include calcium, vitamin D, exercise, medicines and self-care. Exercise Besides having a calcium-rich diet and ensuring you get enough vitamin D, regular exercise is essential for maintaining healthy bones. These exercises place high stresses on the bones of the spine and legs as your feet hit the ground.

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