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Association Between Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation for Sciatica and Opioid-related Adverse Events: A Retrospective Cohort Study

ChiroOrg

Our study builds on previous evidence to suggest that among those with spinal pain, upstream exposure to CSM may influence downstream use of opioids. This finding was likely explained, in part, by a reduction in oral opioid prescription during follow-up.

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How to implement occupational testing into your practice

Chiropractic Economics

By providing a range of services beyond spinal manipulation, you can transform public perception and position your practice for success. The lab teaches you how in five minutes with a 20-slide PowerPoint presentation. Occupational testing bring additional income streams Whos paying you for the services?

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ACA recognizes outstanding contributions to chiropractic with 2025 Annual Awards

Chiropractic Economics

The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) presented its 2025 Annual Awards last week during its annual meeting in Washington, D.C. The awards recognized doctors of chiropractic and other individuals for their exceptional service, achievement and leadership within the chiropractic profession.

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Association Between Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation and Cauda Equina Syndrome in Adults With Low Back Pain: Retrospective Cohort Study of US Academic Health Centers

ChiroOrg

Chiro.Org Blog: The present study involving over 130,000 propensity-matched patients found that chiropractic spinal manipulation (CSM) is not a risk factor for cauda equina syndrome (CES).

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

ChiroUp

If pain is present, refer to the condition reference protocol in ChiroUp to rule out involvement of the long head of the biceps or a SLAP lesion. Chiropractors can counsel their patients accordingly, presenting both treatment paths as legitimate choices, depending on individual circumstances. Should I Refer a Patient to an Orthopedist?

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Top Chiropractic Research from 2024: Elevating Evidence-Based Care

ChiroUp

This blog distills key findings and themes from this years chiropractic studies, spotlighting the benefits of spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) and other chiropractic interventions. This case presents a unique circumstance of a fatal vertebral artery dissection after self-chiropractic manipulation." (4) 3) Fagundes et al.

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2024 chiropractic case studies find benefits for complex patients

Chiropractic Economics

Physically, she presented with rounded shoulders and increased thoracic kyphosis. Chiropractic case studies such as these highlight the value of spinal manipulation for complex p The post 2024 chiropractic case studies find benefits for complex patients appeared first on Chiropractic Economics.

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