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A Chiropractor’s Guide to Proper Billing: Therapeutic Exercises (97110) vs. Therapeutic Activities (97530)

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Two key CPT codes commonly used in chiropractic billing 97110 for therapeutic exercises and 97530 for therapeutic activitiesplay a significant role in your practices financial health. The correct billing code ensures youre reimbursed accurately for the therapeutic exercises and activities you provide.

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Study suggests physical activity reduces cardiovascular disease

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Researchers analyzed more than 50,000 participants and found those meeting exercise recommendations had a 23% lower risk of cardiovascular disease. For DCs, this emphasizes the importance of promoting physical exercise for overall health, highlighting its benefits for cardiovascular, neurological and musculoskeletal well-being.

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Top bio hacks for longevity and optimal aging

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Including advice like this in patient care places you at the cutting edge of well care, not disease care. Resistance exercises like squats, deadlifts and presses stimulate muscle protein synthesis and enhance bone density. Both forms of exercise reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. 3 Zone 2 cardio.

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Assessing and Treating Achilles Tendinopathy: A Comprehensive Guide for Evidence-Based Chiropractors

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Avoid Achilles Tendinopathy Due To Running With This Patient Education: Athletes, particularly runners, are at the highest risk for developing Achilles tendinopathy, with running sports accounting for more than half of all cases. Patients typically report pain and tenderness in the tendon, particularly during activity.

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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2) Chiropractors routinely encounter patients with neuropathic itching, particularly conditions like brachioradial pruritus, as they often stem from cervical spine dysfunction and nerve irritation. 9) Neuropathic itch is more common in patients with systemic triggers like sensory polyneuropathy (e.g.,

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

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10 The study’s results demonstrate the application of dry needling of suboccipital and upper trapezius muscles induces a significant improvement in headache symptoms, functional rating index and range of motion in patients with cervicogenic headaches.

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The body’s own cannabinoid system for healing

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DCs are increasingly recognizing the importance of the ECS in maintaining homeostasis, promoting healing and enhancing patient outcomes. By supporting the ECS, practitioners can help reduce inflammation, promoting healing and recovery in their patients.