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Arrow Chiropractic for active duty service members expands to 11 new locations
07/02/2009
Beginning this fall, 11 additional military hospitals and clinics will provide access to chiropractic services for active duty military members, reports the American Chiropractic Association (ACA).
Arrow Diplomate in clinical chiropractic pediatrics to start this fall
07/02/2009
The ICA Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics is pleased to announce that the Diplomate in Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics (DICCP) is being offered at three locations starting in the fall.
Arrow Vancouver Sun: Alberta delists chiropractic, ends subsidies
07/01/2009
Vancouver Sun reports Alberta is delisting chiropractic.
Arrow Life West receives state-of-the-art donation
07/01/2009
The Benesh Corporation of Monroe, Mich., recently donated a Benesh Anatometer II Plus unit to Life Chiropractic College West.
Arrow Parker Seminars asks chiropractors to spread chiropractic story
07/01/2009
Parker Seminars is inviting all chiropractors to share their personal, real-life accounts from practice through a new book series titled Back to Health and Wellness: Feel Good Stories from the Heart of Chiropractic.
Arrow Parker named healthcare hero by DBJ
06/30/2009
Parker College of Chiropractic has been selected by the Dallas Business Journal (DBJ) as a 2009 Health Care Hero.
Arrow Palmer continues search for chancellor
06/30/2009
Palmer College of Chiropractic is in the process of conducting a search for a new chancellor. In early April, the College selected Diversified Search, a Philadelphia-based executive search firm, to assist us in this important process.
Arrow Life West event becomes national competition
06/30/2009
The Nu Chapter of the Delta Sigma Chi fraternity is working to promote inter-scholastic participation at the upcoming national “Talk the ‘Tic” speaking competition at Life Chiropractic College West.
Arrow CCGPP launches chronic/recurrent care consensus project
06/29/2009
In another effort to properly position chiropractic care in the current and emerging healthcare market, the Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters’ (CCGPP) is seeking to clarify appropriate documentation and chiropractic management of chronic/recurrent spine conditions.
Arrow Humana to fund BPRP participation for providers
06/29/2009
The ACA has been informed by Humana representatives that Humana will cover the costs for providers, up to a maximum of $500 for an individual physician and $1,000 for a group, to participate in the National Committee for Quality Assurance Back Pain Recognition Program (BPRP).
Arrow New provost named at Northwestern Health Sciences University
06/26/2009
Michael Wiles, DC, MEd, has been named as the Provost of Northwestern Health Sciences University.
Arrow ACA announces formation of CBCN
06/25/2009
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is pleased to announce the formation of the Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition (CBCN), which is now authorized to grant diplomate status in the field of clinical nutrition.
Arrow WSCC breaks ground on Anatomical Sciences Building
06/25/2009
Western States Chiropractic College recently broke ground on what will be their new, 21st-century Anatomical Sciences Building.
Arrow Senator Brownback discusses health issues at CCCKC
06/24/2009
U.S. Senator Sam Brownback (R-Kan.) appeared before an enthusiastic crowd of more than 300 students, faculty, and members of the community on the Kansas City campus of Cleveland Chiropractic College (CCCKC) on June 15, where he was recognized for his help in securing a $190,000 Congressionally directed grant for the College’s new Masters of Science in Health Promotion degree program.
Arrow Chiropractic article featured in Toronto Star
06/24/2009
Some of the things chiropractors are doing behind our backs these days may surprise you.
Arrow NBCE distributes practice analysis survey
06/24/2009
The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) recently distributed a practice analysis survey to approximately 10,000 randomly selected chiropractors throughout the United States.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University professor presents findings
06/23/2009
Glori Hinck DC, an assistant professor at Northwestern Health SciencesUniversity, is making an impression around the world.
Arrow Loan repayment legislation includes chiropractors
06/23/2009
As part of the newly introduced Access to Frontline Health Care Act (HR 2891), doctors of chiropractic who practice in underserved areas would be eligible for student loan repayment.
Arrow 3 Northwestern Health Sciences University leaders receive chiropractic awards
06/22/2009
Three Northwestern Health Sciences University leaders received awards from the Minnesota Chiropractic Association (MCA) at its state convention in May.
Arrow 28th annual AHC conference deemed success
06/22/2009
The 28th annual conference of the Association for the History of Chiropractic, held at the historic Hilton Netherland Plaza in Cincinnati, Ohio, was a roaring success.
Arrow Chiropractic in Military Medicine
06/19/2009
Chiropractic services are offered at several United States military bases and veterans healthcare locations; however some healthcare providers are not aware that chiropractic services are available or when to refer patients for chiropractic care.
Arrow ADHD drugs pose serious risk to children
06/18/2009
A new study has found that drugs used to treat attention deficit disorders may put kids at risk for sudden death.
Arrow ICPA urges chiropractic treatment for ADHD
06/17/2009
ICPA wants to people to stop taking Ritalin and start going to a chiropractor.
Arrow AHPAs Dentali speaks at NCCAMs advisory meeting
06/17/2009
American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) Chief Science Officer Steven Dentali, PhD, attended the thirty-fifth meeting of the National Advisory Council for Complementary & Alternative Medicine held in Rockville, MD June 5.
Arrow CCCKC helps harvesters during ‘Day of Caring
06/17/2009
Giving back to the community is a Cleveland tradition that continued recently, as more than 40 volunteers associated with the Cleveland Chiropractic College took part in the 15th Annual United Way Day of Caring on June 6.
Arrow Life West graduates 68 doctors of chiropractic
06/17/2009
Life Chiropractic College West presented doctor of chiropractic degrees to 68 candidates during its 54th graduation celebration on June 6, 2009 at the Chabot College Performing Arts Center in Hayward.
Arrow SCU Extravaganza 09 to feature don Jose Ruiz, Toltec Master
06/16/2009
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has announced that don Jose Ruiz, Toltec Master will be featured as a keynote speaker for the second annual Extravaganza Complementary and Alternative Health Fair on Friday June 26 at noon on the university’s campus in Whittier, CA.
Arrow CCGPP Progress Report
06/15/2009
At this time I would again like to update you on the current activities of the CCGPP.
Arrow Chiropractic research to be presented at APHA conference
06/15/2009
The Chiropractic Health Care (CHC) section invites everyone to the American Public Health Association’s (APHA) 137th Annual Meeting and Exposition in Philadelphia from November 7-11, 2009.
Arrow Indiana chiropractors volunteer their services at the Statehouse
06/12/2009
Local Indiana chiropractors provided complimentary chiropractic care to legislators, staff, and policy makers as volunteers for the Indiana State Chiropractic Association's (ISCA) Chiropractor of the Day program during the 2009 Legislative Session and was recently recognized by the Indiana State Senate.
Arrow Sherman College to offer Yellow Ribbon GI benefits to veterans
06/12/2009
Military veterans earning their degrees as part of the Yellow Ribbon Program will get a hand from Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic, beginning with the fall quarter of 2009.
Arrow Senator introduces pro-chiropractic legislation
06/12/2009
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and the Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC) commended Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., for introducing legislation in the U.S. Senate designed to fully integrate chiropractic as a covered service within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare system.
Arrow ACA responds to May OIG Report
06/11/2009
In a response released recently, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) questioned the findings and recommendations outlined in a May 2009 report released by the Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG), noting the methods used by the OIG may have resulted in an overestimate of inappropriate claims.
Arrow Fabrizio Mancini celebrates 10th year as Parker president
06/11/2009
Parker College of Chiropractic is pleased to announce the 10th anniversary of its president, Fabrizio Mancini.
Arrow ICAK-U.S.A. announces winner of George J. Goodheart Scholarship
06/11/2009
The International College of Applied Kinesiology – U.S.A. (ICAK-U.S.A.) announced Scott Lietz and Curtis Miller as the winners of the 2008-2009 George J. Goodheart Memorial Scholarship in Applied Kinesiology, funded by Standard Process Inc.
Arrow NCBTMB programs receive accreditation by NCCA
06/10/2009
The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) announced today that the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) has accredited the second of its certification exam programs, making NCBTMB the profession’s only organization to receive such verification for its two examination programs.
Arrow Palmer has strong presence at FICS Symposium, WFC Congress
06/10/2009
In addition to its role as one of the primary sponsors, Palmer College of Chiropractic had a strong presence and active participation in the 2009 FICS (International Federation of Sports Chiropractic) Symposium, held April 29, in conjunction with the World Federation of Chiropractic’s (WFC) 10th Biennial Congress April 30 - May 2, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Arrow CCLA celebrates ‘Founders Day
06/09/2009
Paying homage to those from the past, chiropractors of the future took a break from their normal routine at Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles (CCCLA) May 20 to take part in the fourth annual “Founder’s Day” celebration.
Arrow Canadian government makes infrastructure investments in CMCC
06/09/2009
The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), announced more than $350,000 in infrastructure funding for the Canadian MemorialChiropractic College in Toronto.
Arrow ACA comments on first draft of healthcare reform legislation
06/08/2009
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) obtained on June 5 a draft bill designed by Sen. Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.), chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP).
Arrow ACA comments on first draft of healthcare reform legislation
06/08/2009
ACA responds to draft of healthcare reform legislation.
Arrow SCU extravaganza 09 to feature Luc Robitaille
06/05/2009
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has announced that legendary hockey player Luc Robitaille will be featured as a keynote speaker for the second annual Extravaganza Complementary and Alternative Health Fair Sunday, June 28 at noon on the university’s campus in Whittier, CA.
Arrow Life University executive VP first chiropractor named ACE fellow
06/05/2009
Brian McAulay, DC, PhD, Life University executive vice president, recently completed a six-month fellowship with the American Council on Education (ACE), the nation's premier higher education leadership development program.
Arrow NBCE directors honored with George R. Arvidson Award from FCLB
06/04/2009
On May 7, two directors of the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE), were honored by the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB) with the 2009 George R. Arvidson Award for Meritorious Service.
Arrow ACA names Janet Ridgely acting executive vice president
06/04/2009
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) has announced that Janet Ridgely will serve as acting executive vice president (EVP) until a successor is named.
Arrow ACA names Janet Ridgely as acting executive vice president
06/03/2009
Janet Ridgely named active executive vice president.
Arrow D.D. Palmer to be honored on Iowa Walk of Fame June 6
06/03/2009
Daniel David (D.D.) Palmer, discoverer of chiropractic and founder of Palmer College of Chiropractic, will have his name added to the Iowa Walk of Fame in downtown Shenandoah, Iowa June 6.
Arrow Life Universitys new Leadership Institute develops capacity to serve
06/03/2009
Arrow ICAs Best Practices and Practice Guidelines accepted by NGC
06/02/2009
The International Chiropractors Association (ICA) recently announced that the landmark 640-page ICA Best Practices and Practice Guidelines has been accepted for inclusion in the National Guideline Clearinghouse (NGC).
Arrow ICA supports WHOs ‘World No Tobacco Day
06/01/2009
World No Tobacco Day, which was held May 31, offers a special opportunity to participate in a global effort to promote healthy lifestyle choices through encouraging a tobacco-free lifestyle, provide supportive information and resources for quitting, and preventing new tobacco use.
Arrow Chiropractic mentioned in AARP the Magazine
05/29/2009
The July-August issue of AARP the Magazine includes a story about back pain and mentions chiropractic as one of the “best treatments for lasting relief.”
Arrow Clevelanders travel to Capitol for ICA event
05/28/2009
Five Cleveland Chiropractic College students traveled to Washington, D.C., May 14-15 for the fifth annual meeting of the International Chiropractors Association (ICA) and Student ICA (SICA) Congress.
Arrow Irwin appointed to CCE Accreditation Standards Task Force
05/28/2009
Bob Irwin, DC, Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic’s VP for Academic Affairs, has been named to a Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) task force charged with reviewing CCE Standards for the accreditation of doctor of chiropractic programs.
Arrow Northwest Chiropractic Symposium begins June 5
05/27/2009
The tenth annual Northwest Chiropractic Symposium will kick off at 11 a.m. June 5 on the Western States Chiropractic College campus.
Arrow Sherman professor publishes book on economic crisis
05/27/2009
Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic associate professor and best selling chiropractic author John Reizer, DC, has written and published his sixth book on the subject of chiropractic and his ninth book overall.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University research team submits grant proposals
05/27/2009
The clinical research division at Northwestern Health Sciences University, the Wolfe-Harris Center for Clinical Studies, recently submitted five grant proposals that would fund potential studies.
Arrow Daniel J. Murphy honored as ICAs 2009 Chiropractor of the Year
05/26/2009
Daniel J. Murphy, DC, FICA, was honored as ICA’s 2009 Chiropractor of the Year at the Association’s 83rd Annual Meeting held in Washington, D.C. May 15-16.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University students create video to Raise Awareness of Chiropractic
05/26/2009
Three students from Northwestern Health Sciences University have created a video to promote chiropractic and to provide the public with a fresh view on the profession.
Arrow Obama lays out principles for health reform
05/22/2009
Last week, President Obama held a press conference in which he outlined his three major principles for any health care reform.
Arrow ACA responds to Health article and PNHP Web site
05/22/2009
This week, ACA responded to an article in the May issue of Health that neglected to mention care by a doctor of chiropractic as a possible treatment option for headaches.
Arrow NBCE 2009 Board of Directors elected
05/21/2009
On May 8, the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) held its Annual Board Meeting in conjunction with the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards’ (FCLB) 83rd Annual Educational Conference in Hollywood, Calif.
Arrow Chiropractic Summit V issues call to action
05/20/2009
Chiropractic Summit V, which convened May 14 in Washington, D.C., has issued this historic CALL TO ACTION to the chiropractic profession, urging every doctor of chiropractic, state association, chiropractic student and chiropractic patient, to represent chiropractic in the national health reform debate.
Arrow FCLB hosts 83rd Annual Educational Congress
05/20/2009
The Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB) hosted its 83rd Annual Educational Congress May 6-10, 2009 in Hollywood, Calif.
Arrow Kevin Corcoran to depart as ACAs Executive Vice President
05/20/2009
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) announced today that Kevin P. Corcoran, CAE, its executive vice president since 2005, will be leaving the association to pursue other professional opportunities.
Arrow Journal: Back pain physicians often ill informed of new research, techniques
05/18/2009
Austrailian study says physicians with a "special interest" in back pain often not informed of latest knowledge.
Arrow NASA-developed technology aiding chiropractors
05/18/2009
Chiropractic is an alternative form of medicine with treatments involving adjustments to the spine and other parts of the body. With technology developed by NASA, advances are being made in the effectiveness of treatments.
Arrow Logan interns present wellness workshop
05/18/2009
Dr. Jeffrey Ware, Montgomery Health Center clinician, and senior Logan interns will present a Health Center Wellness Workshop titled “Arthritis, Osteoporosis and Proper Posture” Wednesday, May 20 from 6–7 p.m. at the Montgomery Health Center on the Logan College of Chiropractic campus.
Arrow Palmers Museum of Chiropractic History to feature the Chiro-Squad
05/18/2009
The Chiro-Squad Superheroes created by Vic Naumov, DC, will be featured in the Palmer College of Chiropractic's Museum of Chiropractic History.
Arrow Sports chiropractors to be at Vancouver Olympics and World Games
05/15/2009
More than 150 sports chiropractic specialists from throughout the world were in Montreal on Wednesday, April 29 for the FICS Assembly and Symposium (Fédération Internationale de Chiropratique du Sport).
Arrow ACA views latest OIG report policy conclusions as flawed
05/15/2009
A report by the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) in the Department of Health and Human Services titled "Inappropriate Medicare Payments for Chiropractic Services" was released Wednesday, May 6.
Arrow Oregon passes legislation allowing DCs to perform impairment ratings
05/15/2009
Oregon state legislature recently passed House Bill 2045, which gives doctors of chiropractic the authority to perform impairment ratings in order to evaluate an injured worker's disability.
Arrow Palmer Clinics offer free health talk on fibromyalgia
05/14/2009
To help increase awareness of fibromyalgia and care alternatives for relieving symptoms and improving quality of life, the Palmer College of Chiropractic Clinics will present a community health talk about fibromyalgia on Wednesday, May 20.
Arrow ACA: CCAC reps good source for local Medicare information
05/14/2009
Doctors of chiropractic with questions regarding local Medicare or contractor policies should seek the assistance of their local Chiropractic Contractor Advisory Committee (CCAC) member, recommends the American Chiropractic Association (ACA).
Arrow LACC's sports medicine residents abstract wins award
05/13/2009
The Los Angeles College of Chiropractic of SCU Sports Medicine residents represented the university at the annual American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (ACBSP) Chiropractic Sports Sciences Symposium in San Diego, CA.
Arrow Renaissance Healthy Savings Card includes discounts on chiropractic, alternative health
05/12/2009
As healthcare costs rise, Renaissance Life & Health Insurance Company of America (Renaissance America) is doing more to provide its members with access to affordable health services by expanding its Renaissance Healthy Savings Card — a health service discount program used to complement health insurance or provide discounts on its own.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University faculty represented at ACC-RAC
05/12/2009
A group of Northwestern Health Sciences University faculty attended and presented at the Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC) meeting and Research Agenda Conference (RAC) March 12-14, 2009.
Arrow WFCs Montreal Congress deemed a success
05/12/2009
More than 1,000 doctors of chiropractic and students from 38 countries were present at the World Federation of Chiropractic’s 10th Biennial Congress in Montreal, Quebec, Canada April 30 – May 2.
Arrow NYCC President Dr. Frank Nicchi named ACC president
05/12/2009
New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) president Frank J. Nicchi, DC, MS, was recently elected president of the Association of Chiropractic Colleges, (ACC) a consortium of some nineteen chiropractic colleges located in the United States, Canada, and New Zealand.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University VP featured in healthcare blog
05/11/2009
Deborah Miller, LPN, associate vice president of clinical services at Northwestern Health Sciences University, was interviewed recently for a blog about healthcare.
Arrow OIG report on chiropractic Medicare payments released
05/08/2009
A report from the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General evaluating inappropriate Medicare payments for chiropractic services was released late on Wednesday, May 6.
Arrow Boy Scouts of America close door on DC physicals
05/08/2009
The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) recently implemented a policy that does not allow doctors of chiropractic to provide the mandatory BSA physical to Boy Scouts.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University announces finalists for provost
05/06/2009
Northwestern Health Sciences University has narrowed its search for a new provost to one internal candidate and one external candidate.
Arrow WFC recognizes Arlan W. Fuhr, DC, with Honour Award
05/06/2009
At its biennial conference in Montreal, the World Federation of Chiropractic bestowed Activator Methods Co-founder and CEO Dr. Arlan W. Fuhr with the organization’s prestigious Honour Award.
Arrow Alternative medicine fits into new healthcare system, President Obama says
05/05/2009
President Barack Obama expressed his openness to including complementary and alternative modalities (CAM) in a U.S. health care system during his April 29 Town Hall meeting in Arnold, Missouri.
Arrow Visiting SACS committee gives Sherman good news
05/04/2009
After announcing that Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic has demonstrated “a true commitment to the spirit of peer review,” the special committee of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) shared its findings with Sherman President Dr. Jon Schwartzbauer and his administrative team at the conclusion of the SACS site team visit April 30.
Arrow VCA, VSC form unification committee
05/04/2009
The Virginia Chiropractic Association (VCA) and the Virginia Society of Chiropractic (VSC) announced their intent to unite into a single entity and the formation of a unification committee.
Arrow Red Flags Rule enforcement delayed 3 months
05/01/2009
Due to Congressional pressure supported by ACA, the Federal Trade Commission announced today it will delay enforcement of the new “Red Flags Rule” until August 1, 2009.
Arrow NUHS receives key accreditation for its new St. Petersburg DC program
04/30/2009
The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) has granted approval for National University of Health Sciences’ (NUHS) Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine program offered through the University Partnership Center at St. Petersburg College (SPC), in Pinellas County, Florida.
Arrow Palmer Homecoming features internationally known keynote speakers
04/30/2009
Palmer College of Chiropractic will hold its 2009 Homecoming Aug. 13-15, and will feature internationally known keynote speakers, up to 23 Continuing Education credits, and more.
Arrow Cleveland Chiropractic College celebrates NPHW
04/28/2009
In an effort to promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, ClevelandChiropractic College’s Kansas City and Los Angeles campuses conducted several educational activities in recognition of National Public Health Week (NPHW), April 6-12.
Arrow Parker Seminars brings the best of chiropractic to Australia
04/27/2009
Parker Seminars and the Australian Spinal Research foundation are teaming up to host the world-renowned Parker Seminars in Australia from July 31 to August 2 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Arrow Life West grads help relief workers at Italian earthquake site
04/27/2009
Graduates of Life Chiropractic College West are among the chiropractors volunteering to provide chiropractic care to earthquake relief workers in L’Aquila, Italy.
Arrow CCCKC student named to KPHA post
04/24/2009
Rich King, a student at Cleveland Chiropractic College of Kansas City (CCCKC), has been named Student Section Chair by the Kansas Public Health Association. King, who is president of CCCKC’s Public Health Club, will serve a one-year term.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University awards 72 degrees
04/22/2009
The College of Chiropractic at Northwestern Health Sciences University awarded 72 students with doctor of chiropractic degrees during a commencement ceremony April 17, 2009.
Arrow Palmer clinics to present health talk April 22
04/21/2009
The Palmer College of Chiropractic Clinics will present a complimentary community health talk at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, about “Living an Active Lifestyle and Eating Right.”
Arrow CCCKC recruiting event draws 39 prospective students
04/21/2009
Prospective students got a chance to try the college on for size April 3 during “DC Discovery Day” open house held on campus. Nearly 50 guests, including 39 prospects, were in attendance.
Arrow Sidney Rubinstein receives Memorial Research Fund
04/20/2009
On March 13, 2009, at the ACC-RAC luncheon, the NCMIC Foundation awarded the Jerome F. McAndrews, DC, Memorial Research Fund, to Sidney Rubinstein, DC, PhD, a 1992 graduate of the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic.
Arrow WFC announces new associate member
04/20/2009
The World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) announces its newest corporate Associate Member for the first quarter of 2009, joining the community of vendors that provide the highest quality in chiropractic services, equipment, and supplies.
Arrow ACA/NCLAF receive support from state associations
04/17/2009
As you know, the National Chiropractic Legal Action Fund (NCLAF) is a critical component of our ability to protect and defend the rights of doctors of chiropractic and the patients they care for.
Arrow Chiropractic Economics' April Webinar Q&A
04/15/2009
Experts answered your questions from Chiropractic Economics’ April 7 Webinar titled “Show me the money.” Please check the Web site frequently for answers to upcoming Webinars.
Arrow Misinformation regarding chiropractic services and Medicare
04/15/2009
This special edition article is being provided by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to correct misinformation in the chiropractic community relating to Medicare and its regulations as they relate to chiropractic services.
Arrow Nonprofit group to hold silent auction
04/13/2009
Spinal Missions, a nonprofit group aimed at helping underprivileged nations with healthcare issues, is holding a silent auction April 23, 2009.
Arrow E-Stim remains covered service for BCBS plans
04/13/2009
In early March, ACA began to receive member reports that a number of Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) plans would no longer cover electrical stimulation and certain types of traction.
Arrow Chiropractic Summit V set for May 14
04/13/2009
The next meeting of the Chiropractic Summit will be held May 14 at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington D.C. The meeting will run from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Arrow Consumer Reports survey shows hands-on therapies as top-rated treatments
04/10/2009
A study in the May issue of Consumer Reports shows that hands-on therapies were tops among treatments for relief of back pain. The study, which surveyed more than 14,000 consumers, was conducted by the Consumer Reports Health Ratings Center.
Arrow NYCC graduates 44 doctors of chiropractic
04/10/2009
Saturday, April 4, New York Chiropractic College held commencement exercises in the campus Athletic Center and conferred degrees upon 44 candidates in its Doctor of Chiropractic program.
Arrow Retired U.S. Army General Officer speaks out for chiropractic care
04/09/2009
The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (www.yes2chiropractic.org), a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing public awareness of chiropractic, announced today that retired U.S. Army General Officer (G.O.) Becky Halstead has agreed to serve as its spokesperson and share with the public her positive experiences with chiropractic care.
Arrow Life University hosts world leaders in integrative healthcare
04/08/2009
Life University will host it’s first ever Conference on Integrative Healthcare Opportunities April 17-18, 2009 in Life University’s Sport Health Science Building.
Arrow Publication creates a ‘BuZZ on Northwestern Health Sciences University campus
04/08/2009
A new publication has created quite the buzz at Northwestern HealthSciences University. “The BuZZ” is a one-page, two-sided newsletter for students, staff, and faculty, replacing “Northwestern Weekly.”
Arrow HCCS releases updated online courses
04/07/2009
Health Care Compliance Strategies Inc. (HCCS), the leading provider of online healthcare compliance and competency training, today announced the release of newly updated online multimedia compliance courses. The updated courses are Corporate Compliance, Professional Compliance, and HIPAA Compliance.
Arrow Eric Russell named Texas chiropractor of the year
04/07/2009
Eric G. Russell, DC, of Commerce, Texas has recently been awarded the distinguished honor of 2009 Texas Chiropractor of the Year by the Chiropractic Society of Texas.
Arrow ACA action yields clarification on BCBSA chiropractic coverage
04/07/2009
Since early December 2008, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) has been working to reverse a policy change reclassifying doctors of chiropractic in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Plan. This issue’s grave implications have made it the top priority in ACA insurance initiatives.
Arrow Parker Alumni Association awards $1,000 endowment fund scholarship
04/06/2009
The Parker Alumni Association presented Tri-Eight student Victor Manzo with the $1,000 Alumni Association Endowment Fund Scholarship during a Parker College of Chiropractic all-school assembly. It has become a tradition for Lifetime Members of the alumni association to award the scholarship.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University graduate earns top award
04/06/2009
Barbro Brost, DC, a 1979 graduate of Northwestern Health SciencesUniversity, recently received Northwestern Health Sciences University’s Chiropractic Alumnus of the Year Award at this year’s chiropractic homecoming, which took place in February 2009.
Arrow Red Flag Rules apply to doctors of chiropractic
04/03/2009
Based on legislation passed by Congress in 2003, in 2007, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) first issued regulations stating that financial institutions and creditors are required to develop and execute written “identity theft prevention programs” that must provide for the identification, detection, and response to patterns, practices, or specific activities.
Arrow When dealing with lower back pain, patience may be the best prescription
04/01/2009
Lower back pain is a problem that affects a rapidly increasing number of Americans. Yet, in spite of medical evidence indicating that most back pain resolves itself within six weeks of diagnosis, a recent study conducted by HealthCore,1 WellPoint’s outcomes research subsidiary, found that more than 35,000 people had unnecessary imaging tests and almost 1,000 underwent inappropriate back surgery within the six weeks following their diagnosis.
Arrow Engage your patients on national healthcare reform
04/01/2009
Eminent national healthcare reform has served as a catalyst to bring national chiropractic organizations together and a “Joint Policy on National Health Care Reform“ and “Chiropractic Summit One Message“ have been adopted.
Arrow Dr. Steven Kraus receives award from ICS
03/31/2009
The Iowa Chiropractic Society (ICS) announced its 2009 award recipients at its 2009 Annual Convention on March 14, 2009, in Des Moines. Nominated by their peers, several professional awards are presented each year to members who make a significant difference in the profession.
Arrow Journal of Chiropractic Medicine publishes research by Clevelanders
03/30/2009
A multicampus research effort by Cleveland Chiropractic College members was recently published in the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine.
Arrow ANJC to launch live, moderated radio show
03/30/2009
The Association of New Jersey Chiropractors (ANJC) will provide a forum for communicating health information to the general public when it launches a bimonthly, half-hour internet radio show on Blogtalkradio.com beginning Tuesday, April 14 at 12 p.m. EST.
Arrow An open letter to healthcare providers
03/26/2009
This Open Letter refines the OIG’s Self-Disclosure Protocol (SDP) to build upon the initiative announced in my April 24, 2006, Open Letter.
Arrow Palmer homecoming set for Aug. 13-15
03/26/2009
Palmer College of Chiropractic will host Homecoming 2009 on its Davenport, Iowa, campus Aug. 13-15.
Arrow Future Health CEO meets with congressional representatives
03/25/2009
Future Health CEO Visits with congress
Arrow Sherman College receives grant from alumni association
03/25/2009
Naturally, the Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic Alumni Association takes an interest in general campus happenings, but one project in particular recently caught the association’s interest — the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP).
Arrow Life West hosts annual fund-raising golf tournament
03/25/2009
Golfers of all levels are invited to participate in the annual Life Chiropractic College West Golf Classic on Thursday, April 30 at the Dublin Ranch Golf Course.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University doctor writes book for athletes
03/24/2009
Jonathan Williams, DC, MEd, EMT-B, DABCI, CCSP, an associate professor at Northwestern Health Sciences University, recently wrote a book with guidelines for athlete injuries and return to play (RTP) recommendations.
Arrow Life West hosts annual spring for life symposium
03/24/2009
SYNERGY will be the theme of Life Chiropractic College West’s annual Spring for Life celebration, held Thursday, May 7, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., on the Life West campus.
Arrow Students, practitioners join to press healthcare issues at Minnesota Capitol
03/23/2009
Students and faculty from Northwestern Health Sciences University united with natural healthcare practitioners on March 17, 2009, at the State Capitol in St. Paul, Minn.
Arrow ICPA responds to Nightline
03/23/2009
Nightline, International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, ICPA, David White, ABC
Arrow Life West awards scholarships to exceptional students
03/23/2009
Life Chiropractic College West has announced the recipients of six scholarships for the winter quarter, 2009.
Arrow Parker opens senior-only chiropractic & physical fitness program
03/20/2009
Parker College of Chiropractic announced plans to establish a Stay Fit Seniors (SFS) facility within the Parker College Wellness Clinics, making Parker the first chiropractic college to embrace this program.
Arrow Federal judge rules in favor of chiropractic in Brazil
03/19/2009
On March 3, 2009, in the latest step by the Brazilian Chiropractors’ Association (ABQ) to defend the chiropractic profession against efforts by the physiotherapy profession to have chiropractic declared a specialty of physiotherapy (PT), Federal Judge Diana Brunstein has ruled strongly in favor of the ABQ.
Arrow F4CP receives unprecedented financial support from chiropractic colleges
03/18/2009
The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP) announced it has received more than $127,600 from various chiropractic colleges and universities throughout the United States, Canada, and New Zealand
Arrow Chiropractic Economics' March Webinar Q&A
03/17/2009
Experts answered your questions from Chiropractic Economics’ March 3 Webinar titled “Growing your practice with nutrition.” Please check the Web site frequently for answers to upcoming Webinars.
Arrow Parker College to participate in CollegeWeekLive
03/17/2009
Parker College of Chiropractic will participate in CollegeWeekLive, the world’s biggest virtual college fair exhibiting to more than 25,000 attendees March 25-26, 2009.
Arrow ACA, NCLAF team to fight BC/BSA policy change
03/17/2009
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA), in coordination with the National Chiropractic Legal Action Fund (NCLAF), has initiated an “all fronts” response to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s (BC/BSA) Jan. 1 policy change that removed doctors of chiropractic from the classification of “physician” in the Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employees Health Benefits Plan (BC/BS FEP).
Arrow SCU faculty member wins International Chiropractic Essay Competition
03/16/2009
SCU faculty member Garrett Thompson, PhD has been awarded first prize in the faculty division of the International Chiropractic Essay Competition offered by the ONE Research Foundation.
Arrow WFC, FCLB form joint committee
03/13/2009
There is increasing worldwide mobility of doctors of chiropractic (DCs), many of whom now practice in more than one country during their careers. This gives rise to a number of regulatory issues of importance to the protection of the public and the standards and reputation of the profession.
Arrow FCERs DCConsult Web Site now open access
03/12/2009
After carefully listening and reviewing member comments, the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research has opened its popular new DCConsult Web site to all at no cost.
Arrow SCU faculty publish research study
03/12/2009
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) faculty members Li-Min Fu, Ju-Tzu Li, and Wen-Shuo Wu, have recently had an article titled “Randomized Controlled Trials of Acupuncture for Neck Pain: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis” accepted and published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, February 2009, 15(2): 133-145.
Arrow New research journal in chiropractic announced
03/11/2009
Chiropractic is gaining greater acceptance on a daily basis in part because of the increasing amount of research demonstrating its effectiveness and safety.
Arrow 2009 NCLC addresses grassroots lobbying, healthcare reform
03/10/2009
With the prospect of healthcare reform making headlines, chiropractic leaders from across the nation recently gathered in Washington, D.C., to meet with Congressional leaders and stress the importance of chiropractic’s role in effective patient care.
Arrow Maryland chiropractor among Americas Most Loved Doctors
03/10/2009
Allen Huffman, DC, member of Sport and Spine Rehab, is one of “America’s Most Loved Doctors,” says DrScore.com, a patient satisfaction and physician-rating Web site.
Arrow 8th Annual NYCC Womens Health Symposium set for March 28
03/09/2009
New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) today announced that it, in cooperation with Community Health magazine and The Finger Lakes Times, will host its Eighth Annual Women’s Health Symposium, Saturday, March 28, 2009, on the NYCC campus.
Arrow SCU receives $150K from Standard Process
03/06/2009
Standard Process Inc. and Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) have partnered together to offer students at SCU opportunities and programs that support the creation of caring and competent healers.
Arrow Chiropractors keep it clean
03/06/2009
A team of dedicated public healthcare researchers have published a protocol for hand and table sanitization in the March 2009 issue of the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University students defend chiropractics position
03/05/2009
A group of 23 Northwestern Health Sciences University students recently fought for the advancement and preservation of the chiropractic profession at the National Chiropractic Legislative Conference (NCLC) in Washington D.C.
Arrow Chronic back and neck pain patients in need of new rehab kit solutions
03/05/2009
A new study, funded by the National Institutes of Health, finds that exercise as a treatment for chronic back and neck pain may be under utilized, according to a survey of individuals recently seen by their healthcare provider.
Arrow PubMed indexes the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine
03/04/2009
PubMed, the prestigious search engine of the National Library of Medicine, has now included the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine (JCM). JCM, first published in 2002, is a peer-reviewed journal devoted to providing practical and applicable information for the practicing doctor of chiropractic.
Arrow Feb. issue of JMPT includes reprint of neck pain supplement
03/04/2009
The February 2009 issue of the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics (JMPT) contains a reprint of the special neck pain supplement developed by “The Task Force on Neck Pain and Its Associated Disorders“ and originally printed in the journal Spine.
Arrow ACA, APHA partner to promote National Public Health Week
03/03/2009
Once again, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is partnering with the American Public Health Association (APHA) and APHA’s Chiropractic Section to promote National Public Health Week (NPHW), April 6-12, 2009.
Arrow CCGPP releases neck related disorders report
03/03/2009
The Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters (CCGPP) will be posting the “Report on the Neck Pain Task Force Literature Synthesis-Draft” for review and commentary at www.ccgpp.org within the next two weeks.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University pioneers videoconferencing technology
03/03/2009
Northwestern Health Sciences University will soon be able to interact face-to-face with those around the world thanks to a generous gift of $500,000 donated by Integrity Management.
Arrow CCCKC partners with local school district to promote healthcare careers
03/02/2009
As part of its ongoing effort to inform students about the benefits of a career in chiropractic, Cleveland Chiropractic College-Kansas City (CCCKC) is participating in a job-shadowing program with the Blue Valley School District in Johnson County, Kan.
Arrow ACAB to host International Vaccine Risk Symposium
02/27/2009
The American Chiropractic Autism Board (ACAB) will host a three-day event May 15-17, 2009 in Charleston, SC.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University grad receives service award
02/27/2009
Mark Garnett, DC, a 2001 graduate of Northwestern HealthSciences University, has recently been awarded the Biofreeze Thera-Band Humanitarian Award.
Arrow ICA to host 09 Celebrity Golf Raffle & Fundraiser
02/26/2009
February 26, 2009 — The ICA, the ICA Council on Fitness and Sports Health Science and the ICA’s research foundation, the Foundation for the Advancement of Chiropractic Tenets and Science (FACTS) are proud to present this once-in-a-lifetime chance to play a round of golf in Orlando, Fla. with some of the greatest sports celebrities in history. Win a day of golf with one of the celebrities shown below as well as meals and accommodations in Florida. Only 500 tickets for the celebrity drawing are being sold — at $250 per ticket. The celebrities include: Johnny Damon, a member of the New York Yankees; Retief Goosen, professional golfer; Barry Larkin, former member of the Cincinnati Reds; Mark McNulty, professional golfer; and Ray Lankford, former member of the St. Louis Cardinals. All proceeds go to FACTS, making possible its programs. This includes support for the historic ICA Guidelines and Best Practices initiative and world class programs such as the recently completed International Symposium on the Science Art and Philosophy of Chiropractic in December 2008 in the Bahamas. Source: International Chiropractors Association, www.chiropractic.org
Arrow JPMFHs call for papers
02/26/2009
The mission of the Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health - Chiropractic (JPMFH) is to disseminate to its reading audience peer-reviewed research and other information dealing with the concepts of health, wellness, and vertebral subluxation as they relate to children, mothering, and families.
Arrow Chiropractic care can help pregnancy pain and ease delivery
02/26/2009
The stress placed on a woman’s body during pregnancy can lead to many complications that, while not life-threatening, cause discomfort or pain.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University gives $16,250 in scholarships
02/25/2009
Northwestern Health Sciences University awarded $16,250 in scholarships to 27 chiropractic students on Feb. 5, 2009.
Arrow Cleveland Chiropractic College partners with JCCC
02/25/2009
Cleveland Chiropractic College’s Kansas City campus has signed an articulation agreement with its neighbor, Johnson County Community College (JCCC).
Arrow Cleveland College students named to prestigious list
02/24/2009
The excellence of the Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles' student body was accentuated as 27 students from the campus were named to “Who’s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities.”
Arrow Alumni return to Northwestern Health Sciences University
02/24/2009
Northwestern Health Sciences University was alive with activity during its 2009 Chiropractic Homecoming and Winter Gathering, Feb. 5-7.
Arrow Students from Northwestern Health Sciences University spruce up clinic
02/23/2009
Northwestern Health Sciences University students spent a morning in January at the Pillsbury House Integrated Health Clinic, giving the walls a fresh coat of paint.
Arrow TCCs Boots & Spurs Gala another crowd pleaser
02/20/2009
Texas Chiropractic College, TCC, Boots & Spurs Gala, 18th annual, Westin Oaks Galleria Ballroom, Otis Thomas
Arrow ACA hails legislation expanding chiropractic benefit within VA
02/20/2009
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and the Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC) today expressed support for newly introduced legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives designed to codify chiropractic as a covered service through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care system.
Arrow NBCE hosts 6th annual Student Leadership Forum
02/19/2009
The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) hosted 14 student leaders at the 6th Annual Student Leadership Forum on Jan. 23, 2009.
Arrow NYCC announces new name for school of AOM
02/18/2009
New York Chiropractic College Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs, Michael Mestan, DC, announced today that the College has adopted a new name for its school of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AOM).
Arrow Suzanne Somers speaks at Parker Seminars Las Vegas
02/18/2009
Actress, author, and celebrity Suzanne Somers is one of wellness’ biggest supporters, and she stopped by the 2009 Las Vegas Parker Seminar to share her stories and show her support to the health care professionals who are working to make chiropractic wellness and natural lifestyles the popular choice among the public, which is proving a difficult task.
Arrow Chiropractic well-represented in economic stimulus
02/17/2009
On Tuesday, President Obama signed into law the $787 billion American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Included in the final legislation are the following items of interest to the chiropractic profession:
Arrow ICA to host 17th annual natural fitness symposium
02/17/2009
The International Chiropractors Association (ICA) will host the 17th Annual ICA Symposium on Natural Fitness March 6-8 in Columbus, Ohio.
Arrow CCCKC welcomes another CSI: Kansas City
02/17/2009
Clevelanders on the Kansas City campus welcomed guests in January that may someday be the future of the chiropractic profession.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University creates new positions
02/16/2009
The Wolfe-Harris Center for Clinical Studies (WHCCS) at Northwestern Health Sciences University recently created two positions in a strategic move to increase the capacity to take on different types of research studies.
Arrow CCCKC interns attend ‘Hip Hop Health Fair
02/16/2009
Four Cleveland Chiropractic College-Kansas City (CCCKC) student interns recently participated in the “Hip Hop Health Fair,” at West Middle School in Kansas City.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University begins search for new provost
02/12/2009
A search committee has been formed and will begin a national search for Northwestern Health Sciences University’s new provost.
Arrow Chiropractic Economics' Feb. 3 Webinar Q&A
02/11/2009
Experts answered your questions from Chiropractic Economics’ Feb. 3 Webinar titled “Rehabbing Patients — Keep it simple, effective, and low-cost!” Please check the Web site frequently for answers to upcoming Webinars.
Arrow COCSA takes seat on foundation board
02/10/2009
The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP) is pleased to announce that Tom Klapp, DC, has been appointed to represent the Congress of Chiropractic State Associations (COCSA) on the foundation’s board.
Arrow Chiropractors take action to educate communities face-to-face
02/06/2009
Thursday, May 14, 2009, chiropractors and chiropractic students worldwide will take to the streets of their communities to talk face-to-face with 100 people each about the benefits of chiropractic care to celebrate the launch of International Face-to-Face Chiropractic Education Day (IFF-CED).
Arrow Parker Seminars hosts the premier event within chiropractic
02/05/2009
More than 240 vendors and 3,000 experts in the fields of chiropractic, health, and wellness converged at the 2009 Las Vegas Parker Seminars, providing attendees with valuable insight and information that will take their practices and daily lives to the next level.
Arrow 6 chiropractic colleges travel to Iowa for ChiroCup
02/04/2009
Northwestern Health Sciences University’s Hockey Club team traveled to Davenport, Iowa, in late January for the third annual ChiroCup, hosted by Palmer College of Chiropractic.
Arrow Increasing number of children receive pediatric chiropractic care
02/02/2009
A growing number of parents are adding pediatric chiropractic care as an integrative component of their children’s healthcare regimen.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University grads recognized by Allied Health
02/02/2009
For three of the past six years, the Chiropractor of the Year named by Allied Health has been a graduate of Northwestern Health Sciences University.
Arrow House-passed stimulus package will impact chiropractic
01/30/2009
The $800 billion economic stimulus bill now making its way through Congress may positively impact chiropractic by providing increased funding for issues such as health information technology and clinical effectiveness research, as well as give a boost to health prevention and wellness programs.
Arrow ACA continues to fight for pediatric chiropractic
01/30/2009
In early 2008, the ACA was informed that Tufts HealthPlan had a policy that did not allow coverage for spinal manipulations for children and Tufts cited an AmericanAcademy of Pediatrics (AAP) resolution as the basis for their policy.
Arrow NBCE supports chiropractic position at WHO
01/30/2009
The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) Board of Directors recently voted to help sponsor a position in chiropractic at the headquarters of the World Health Organization (WHO) in Geneva, Switzerland.
Arrow SCU faculty member publishes biochemistry textbook
01/30/2009
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) faculty member Garrett Thompson, PhD has published a new textbook titled ‘Biochemistry in a Nutshell.’
Arrow Increasing number of children recieve pediatric chiropractic care
01/29/2009
More kids are getting chiropractic adjustments
Arrow Salvation Army recognizes Northwestern Health Sciences University
01/29/2009
The efforts of interns from the Minnesota College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at Northwestern Health Sciences University were recognized with an award from the Salvation Army Harbor Light Center of Minneapolis, Minn.
Arrow U.S. Rep. introduces legislation expanding chiropractic services
01/27/2009
U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Ala., has reintroduced legislation into the U.S. House of Representatives that would extend chiropractic healthcare services to U.S. military retirees, dependents, and survivors as part of the TRICARE program.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University offers diversity scholarships
01/26/2009
Northwestern Health Sciences University is offering four full-tuition diversity scholarships, boosting its commitment to create an institutional culture that cultivates diversity.
Arrow Standard Process gives $1M to Parker College
01/23/2009
Standard Process Inc., manufacturer of nutritional whole food supplements, has given Parker College of Chiropractic a $1 million gift.
Arrow Parker Seminars shines again
01/22/2009
The 57th Parker Seminar saw more than 5,000 doctors of chiropractic, chiropractic assistants, educators, technique and business coaches, and industry vendors during its three-day run at the Las Vegas Hilton, Feb. 15–17.
Arrow New organization brings ‘wellness to the world
01/22/2009
A new organization, Journey to Solidarity, has been created to aid people all over the world by bringing chiropractic as well as basic living necessities to rural areas of need.
Arrow Chiropractors recognized for outstanding service
01/21/2009
Three chiropractors received awards recognizing their dedication, enthusiasm, and prominent contributions to the Chiropractic Health Care (CHC) section at the American Public Health Association (APHA) meeting in San Diego, Oct. 25-29, 2008.
Arrow Oregon state chiropractic associations merge
01/19/2009
The Chiropractic Association of Oregon and the Oregon Doctors of Chiropractic have merged to form the Oregon Chiropractic Association.
Arrow SOTO-USA to hold TMJ seminar
01/19/2009
The Sacro Occipital Technique Organization –USA (SOTO-USA) will hold its Temporal Mandibular Joint seminar Feb. 7-8 in El Rancho, Co.
Arrow Feds delay ICD-10 for two years
01/16/2009
Doctors are getting a two-year reprieve before they’ll have to use the coding system known as ICD-10.
Arrow CNNs Paul Begala to address NCLC
01/16/2009
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) announced that well-known political strategist and CNN contributor Paul Begala will deliver the keynote address during the 2009 National Chiropractic Legislative Conference (NCLC), scheduled for Feb. 25-28 in Washington, D.C.
Arrow Progress on back-related leg pain study is well underway
01/16/2009
The study on chiropractic and self-care for back-related leg pain (BRLP), being conducted by the Wolfe-Harris Center for Clinical Studies at Northwestern Health Sciences University, has recruited nearly 90 percent of its patient volunteers.
Arrow Chiropractor forms American Chiropractic Autism Board
01/13/2009
In 2008, Renee Tocco, DC, formed the American Chiropractic Autism Board (ACAB). The ACAB has a world-class board of advisors that bring extraordinary expertise concerning autism spectrum disorder care and represent the many different facets of recovery.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University conducts project to aid elderly
01/13/2009
Northwestern Health Sciences University is working with the Volunteers of America of Minneapolis, Minn., to provide more accessible natural healthcare to the elderly in the community.
Arrow ACA launches practice profitability teleseminar series
01/13/2009
Prompted by increasingly difficult economic times, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is pleased to offer a new series of teleseminars focused on practice profitability.
Arrow Chiropractic Economics' Jan. 6 Webinar Q&A
01/12/2009
Experts answered your questions from Chiropractic Economics’ Jan. 6 Webinar titled "Growing the Practice: From the inside out and outside in." Please check the Web site frequently for answers to upcoming Webinars.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University program guides students into ‘real world
01/12/2009
Northwestern Health Sciences University’s practice management program for chiropractic students was jump-started in 1985 by the late William Harris, DC, a long-time benefactor of Northwestern, and Jim McDonald, MBA, Northwestern’s current vice president for administrative affairs and chief administrative officer.
Arrow Last call to sign up for Oklahavens 2009 ‘Have-A-Heart Campaign
01/09/2009
Join chiropractic colleges and hundreds of chiropractic clinics across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom who are helping the non-profit Oklahaven Children's Chiropractic Center, by conducting a Have-A-Heart 2009 Campaign in your office during the week of Valentine's Day, Feb. 7-14.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences Universitys Wolfe-Harris Center recruits participants for study
01/09/2009
Northwestern Health Sciences University’s Wolfe-Harris Center for Excellence is currently looking for 45 more subjects to participate in the Integrative Care for Low Back Pain study.
Arrow Life West dean elected to board position at the CCE
01/09/2009
Dr. Joseph Ferguson, III, dean of Life Chiropractic College West, has been elected to serve on the board of directors for the Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) starting March 2009. The election was announced in a letter from Sandra Mooney, president of CCE.
Arrow Study: Unique skeletal muscle design contributes to spine stability
01/08/2009
A new study says a little studied muscle adjacent to the spine may have a larger effect on spinal stability than previously thought.
Arrow Chiropractic Economics' Dec. 2 Webinar Q&A
01/08/2009
Experts answered your questions from Chiropractic Economics’ Nov. 4 Webinar titled "Collections: How to get paid in a timely fashion.
Arrow Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research begins patient recruiting
01/08/2009
Researchers at the Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research (PCCR) clinic facility are looking for more than 200 people with low back pain in the Quad-City community to participate in a unique study.
Arrow Oklahaven kids become Chiro-Squad kids in 09
01/07/2009
In this struggling economy many people would be reluctant to place charitable giving at the top of their 2009 New Years resolution list. However, Vic Naumov, DC a New Jersey family chiropractor and creator of The Chiro-Squad Super-heroes and Kids Club Internal Marketing System has done just that.
Arrow Chiropractic Economics' Nov. 4 Webinar Q&A
01/06/2009
Experts answered your questions from Chiropractic Economics’ Nov. 4 Webinar titled "Billing & Coding: Let’s get it right, OK?"
Arrow World Federation of Chiropractic releases Quarterly World Report
01/05/2009
A breakdown of the major stories in the WFC quarterly world report.
Arrow International Conference on Chiropractic Research: Last call for papers
01/05/2009
Doctors of chiropractic and others are invited to submit original research for presentation at the WFC’s and FCER’s International Conference on Chiropractic Research, part of the WFC’s 10th Biennial Congress to be held April 30-May 2, 2009 at the Hilton Bonaventure Hotel, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Arrow Life Chiropractic College West graduates 59
01/05/2009
Life Chiropractic College West presented doctor of chiropractic degrees to 59 candidates during its commencement ceremony Dec. 13 at the Chabot College Performing ArtsCenter.
Arrow ACA, PARCA lobby Obama on provider discrimination issues
12/29/2008
A coalition of non-MD provider organizations, led and originally founded by the American Chiropractic Association (ACA), recently contacted President-elect Barack Obama and key members of Congress regarding the issue of health plan discrimination.
Arrow Cleveland College campuses published in American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine
12/24/2008
A collaborative literary effort in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine saw authors from both Cleveland Chiropractic College campuses sharing health and wellness solutions.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University receives donation
12/24/2008
Northwestern Health Sciences University recently received a donation of voice recognition software that will help streamline the process of documenting patient notes for Northwestern practitioners.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University graduates 36 MCAOM students
12/23/2008
The School of Massage Therapy and the Minnesota College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at Northwestern Health Sciences University held their fall commencement ceremonies on Dec. 13, 2008.
Arrow Dr. Gene Giggleman appointed president of AVCA
12/22/2008
The American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA) named Dr. Gene Giggleman, dean of academics at Parker College of Chiropractic, the newest president of the organization.
Arrow NIHSeniorHealth adds complementary and alternative medicine information
12/19/2008
National Institute of Senior Health institutes CAM info.
Arrow WCMN seeking guests for interviews
12/19/2008
The World Chiropractic Multimedia Network (WCMN) is offering you a free opportunity to be a radio show guest on “Straight Talk on Chiropractic” on the Highway to Health channel.
Arrow Life West exceeds expectations at toy drive
12/19/2008
During these tough economic times when donation drives are struggling to meet their projected goals, Life Chiropractic College West is pleased to announce it has exceeded its commitment during the college’s eighth annual toy drive benefiting low-income families in Hayward.
Arrow Palmers west campus graduates 30
12/18/2008
Thirty graduates received their Doctor of Chiropractic degrees from Palmer’s west campus, which was held Dec. 5 at the Scottish Rite Center in San Jose.
Arrow Gerard Clum, DC speaks about the value of chiropractic care
12/18/2008
Gerard Clum, DC, president of Life Chiropractic College West, was interviewed on a San Francisco Bay Area radio station in October in honor of National Chiropractic Month.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University names interim provost
12/18/2008
Michael Wiles, DC, MEd, has been named as the interim provost of Northwestern Health Sciences University. Dr. Wiles has been the dean of the College of Chiropractic.
Arrow SCU holds commencement on Whittier campus
12/17/2008
The Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) December commencement ceremony was held Dec. 13, 2008.
Arrow Standardized patients hired to aid in chiropractic testing
12/16/2008
Jobs based on being a good actor are usually associated with Hollywood; but not if you are a standardized patient in the college of chiropractic at Northwestern Health Sciences University.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University opens Research and Rehab Clinic
12/15/2008
The Research and Rehab Clinic in the Wolfe-Harris Center for Clinical Studies officially opened its doors to patients in November.
Arrow ACA working to protect physician status for DCs
12/15/2008
On Nov. 10, 2008, the new Federal Employee Program (FEP) benefits for 2009 were released.
Arrow Australian spine conference discusses pros/cons of conservative and surgical care
12/12/2008
Austalian spine conference includes surgeons and DCS
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences Universitys students coordinate ‘Blankets for Babies project
12/12/2008
More than 20 students and staff from Northwestern Health SciencesUniversity spent the evening of Nov. 19, 2008, making 60 fleece blankets.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University employee sends used computers to University of Liberia
12/11/2008
John Flomo Jr., MA, multicultural affairs coordinator at Northwestern Health Sciences University, shipped seven used computers to the University of Liberia in West Africa, in November 2008.
Arrow CCCKCs new online portal caters to students
12/11/2008
Cleveland Chiropractic College – Kansas City (CCCKC) recently launched a new student portal called “Cleveland Connect.” The portal allows students’ access to a host of academic and administrative information day or night.
Arrow New classification of spinal deformity defines range of normalcy
12/10/2008
Neurosurgeon determines spinal deformity classification system.
Arrow Life West hosts 5th Annual Gonstead “Meeting of the Minds”
12/10/2008
On Oct. 11-12, more than 50 chiropractors from all over the country attended the fifth annual “Meeting of the Minds” (MOM) to discuss issues pertinent to the furthering of the Gonstead technique and the promoting of the chiropractic profession in general.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University honors Kent S. Greenawalt
12/10/2008
Foot Levelers President and CEO, Kent S. Greenawalt, is NorthwesternHealth Sciences University’s 2008 Brilliant Star Award honoree. The award was given Nov. 1, 2008 at the Stars Among Us Gala. Kent is the first non-chiropractor to receive the prestigious award.
Arrow NFL great Jerry Rice named F4CP spokesman
12/09/2008
Jerry Rice, considered the greatest wide receiver in National Football League (NFL) history and one of the greatest players that ever played, now carries the ball for the chiropractic profession.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences Universitys clinic system announces changes
12/09/2008
New clinical partnership opportunities in the Twin Cities and an increasing emphasis on integrative healthcare have led Northwestern Health Sciences University’s clinic system to make several administrative changes.
Arrow WCWC extends deadline for Parker Seminars scholarships
12/09/2008
The World Congress of Women Chiropractors (WCWC) will be providing two women DCs with scholarships, which will serve as the registration fee for a Parker Seminar.
Arrow 25 at UB receive doctor of chiropractic degrees
12/08/2008
Twenty-five graduates received their doctor of chiropractic degrees during the 28th commencement ceremony of the University of Bridgeport’s College of Chiropractic.
Arrow SCU faculty, students present four posters at ACC-RAC 2009
12/08/2008
Faculty and students of the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic (LACC) at Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) have been accepted as presenters at the 2009 Association of Chiropractic Colleges Research Agenda Conference (ACC-RAC 2009).
Arrow OUM's Wellness Works program awards two scholarships
12/05/2008
Wellness works scholarship program awards two scholarships.
Arrow Expert blames American values for healthcare crisis
12/05/2008
Experts say American's attitudes toward healthcare is the reason the country's healthcare system is boarderline disfunctional.
Arrow OUMs Wellness Works program awards two scholarships
12/05/2008
The OUM Chiropractor Program, a nationally recognized chiropractic malpractice insurance program, recently awarded two Wellness Works Scholarships to chiropractic students in the United States.
Arrow Top 15 most read stories on ChiroEco.com
12/05/2008
The following articles are the top 15 most read news stories for November on ChiroEco.com.
Arrow WLI founder assumes full-time role as president
12/05/2008
World Leadership Institute (WLI) announced today that Mr. Larry Patten, founder of WLI, will join the company full time as president. This announcement comes following his resignation and retirement as chancellor from Palmer College of Chiropractic.
Arrow TCC's Boots & Spurs Gala set for Feb. 5, 2009
12/05/2008
Texas Chiropractic College is thrilled to welcome back country music star Mark Chesnutt as the featured entertainment at its 18th Annual Boots & Spurs Gala to be held on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009, at the Westin Oaks Hotel, which is connected to the Galleria Shopping Center in uptown Houston.
Arrow William L. Wilke, CFA, named interim chancellor for Palmer College
12/04/2008
In response to the resignation of Palmer College of Chiropractic Chancellor Larry Patten on Dec. 3, 2008, the Palmer Board of Trustees has appointed William L. Wilke, CFA, to serve as the College’s interim chancellor.
Arrow ACA rolls out chiropractic advocacy network
12/04/2008
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) announced that it has rolled out the pilot phase of its patient advocacy network, enabling an initial group of nearly 400 doctors of chiropractic to introduce their patients to a specially-designed Internet portal.
Arrow Chancellor Larry Patten announces resignation, retirement from Palmer College
12/03/2008
In a joint statement issued today by the Palmer College of Chiropractic Board of Trustees and Chancellor Larry Patten, Mr. Patten has announced his resignation and retirement from his role with the College, effective Dec. 31, 2008.
Arrow Public Health Club does it 'by the book'
12/03/2008
Several Clevelanders recently took time out of their schedules to give back to the leaders of tomorrow. CCCKC’s recently formed Public Health Club joined forces with the Kansas Public Health Association (KPHA) and the Kansas State Library (KSL) in support of “Kansas Reads to Preschoolers.”
Arrow HAP expands Medicare Advantage options to include chiropractic and acupuncture
12/02/2008
Health Alliance Plan adds chiropractic and acupuncture to its coverage.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University students plan for NCLC
12/02/2008
More than 500 students and doctors are expected to meet with legislators from across the country at the 2009 National Chiropractic Legislative Conference (NCLC) to lobby for issues facing the chiropractic profession.
Arrow Parker holds 12th Annual Food Drive
12/02/2008
The Center for Academics at Parker College of Chiropractic organized the 12th Annual Food Drive in conjunction with the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB). Parker College participates in the annual food drive as a way to show their support for the surrounding communities.
Arrow Lawmakers make another push for elected insurance commissioner
12/01/2008
Two members of the Texas House of Representatives have filed bills to elect, rather than having the governor appoint, the insurance commissioner—arguing now is an appropriate time to act since the Department of Insurance will undergo “sunset” review during the 2009 legislative session.
Arrow Life West hires H. Charles Woodfield, DC as new research faculty
12/01/2008
Life Chiropractic College West has announced the addition of Charles Woodfield, DC, RPh, as full-time research faculty. Woodfield’s has more than 25 years of research experiences in healthcare service, and he was a major contributor to the recent widely publicized paper on hypertension.
Arrow Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters
11/26/2008
In an effort to properly position chiropractic care in the current and emerging healthcare market, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) has requested the Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters' (CCGPP) assistance in creating appropriate definitions of care.
Arrow New FMLA rules: important revisions
11/26/2008
The Department of Labor has released final regulations covering the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and addressing new military family leave entitlements for employees.
Arrow Medicare payment for chiropractic services increased for 2009
11/25/2008
In July, Congress passed the Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 (MIPPA). This legislation staved off a 10.6 percent across-the-board cut facing all Medicare providers and provided for a 1.1 percent positive reimbursement update for providers in 2009.
Arrow WHO Beijing declaration supports CAM and chiropractic
11/25/2008
Strong new policy support for the continued growth and acceptance of chiropractic and other branches of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in national health systems was given by the World Health Organization and its member nations at the Congress on Traditional Medicine in Beijing this month.
Arrow Student leaders at CCCLA honored for service efforts
11/25/2008
Forty student leaders at CCCLA were given a sincere pat on the back Nov. 19 during the College’s annual Service Recognition Ceremony. The event was sponsored by the Office of Student & Alumni Relations.
Arrow Logan names Gregory Thornburg director of enrollment services
11/25/2008
President George A. Goodman, DC, FICC, has announced the appointment of Gregory Thornburg, MS, as the director of enrollment services at Logan College of Chiropractic.
Arrow Chiropractic Stroke Awareness Group places billboard in NYC, other cities planned
11/24/2008
CSAG places anti-chiro ad in NYC and plans to do so in LA, Dallas, Denver
Arrow Congress of Chiropractic State Associations holds annual meeting
11/24/2008
Report of the Annual Meeting of the Congress of Chiropractic State Associations State chiropractic leaders gathered in San Antonio, Texas Nov. 6-8, 2008 for the annual meeting of the Congress of Chiropractic State Associations.
Arrow First Parker Gala benefits chiropractic research
11/24/2008
Parker College of Chiropractic will host its first Parker Gala Jan. 16, 2009 during the Las Vegas Parker Seminar from 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. in the Las Vegas Hilton Barron Ballroom. Proceeds will benefit chiropractic research and the advancement of the profession.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University graduates 92 students
11/24/2008
The College of Chiropractic at Northwestern Health Sciences University held its fall commencement ceremony Nov. 22, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. The University presented 92 students with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree, as well as 24 students with a Bachelor of Science degree.
Arrow GCA work results in directive for parity from insurance commissioner
11/21/2008
Due to the hard work of the Georgia Chiropractic Association (GCA), a recently released directive from the Georgia Insurance Commissioner requires health insurance policies in the state to provide reimbursement for services that are within the lawful scope of chiropractic practice—regardless of whether or not they are rendered by a duly licensed doctor of medicine or a duly licensed chiropractor.
Arrow Dr. Lester Bryman to recieve second-ever lifetime achievement award
11/21/2008
Dr. Lester Bryman to be presented with the Standard Process lifetime achievement award.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University hosts 18th Annual Vendor Day
11/21/2008
Northwestern Health Sciences University welcomed 58 companies to campus to showcase their products on Nov. 6 at Vendor Day.
Arrow Life West participates in recent NUCCA conference in San Francisco
11/21/2008
Life Chiropractic College West faculty, alumni, and students attended the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA) conference in San Francisco Oct. 2-4.
Arrow NBCE and FCLB forge long-term agreement
11/20/2008
The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) and the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB) are pleased to announce that a long-term agreement has been approved by both boards of directors. The document was signed on Nov. 7.
Arrow Northwestern Health Sciences University opens clinic for seniors
11/20/2008
Northwestern Health Sciences University is expanding its geriatric patient population by providing chiropractic care to residents of a senior care center in West St. Paul called Cerenity Residence on Humboldt. The clinic opened in November, 2008.
Arrow TCC offers free care to DOD personnel
11/20/2008
The Moody Health Center at Texas Chiropractic College (TCC) in Pasadena, Texas, recently launched a new program to offer free chiropractic care for a limited time to Department of Defense active-duty personnel and their dependents.
Arrow Ohio doctors raise $40,000 for statewide charities
11/19/2008
Nearly 100 DCs in Ohio participated in an unprecedented professional health service giveback, called Chiropractic Cares. The event, which lasted just two days, benefited four charitable community causes including, The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, The Stephanie Spielman Fund for Breast Cancer Research, The Butch Reynolds Care for Kids Foundation, and the WellCare Foundation’s Rob Sherman Scholarship Fund.
Arrow Parker Alumni Association announces newest board members
11/19/2008
The Parker Alumni Association elected three members to serve on its board of directors in 2009. Rena Sawyers, DC; Scott Garber, DC; and Kayce A. Frye, DC, will serve to continue the vision, leadership, and legacy that has been established throughout the years.
Arrow Life West plays role in Beijing conference
11/19/2008
Gerard Clum, DC, president of Life Chiropractic College West and immediate past president of the World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC), was a participant at the World Health Organization’s “Congress on Traditional Medicine” as well as at the associated “Symposium on Manual Methods of Health Care.” The event was held Nov. 7-9 in Beijing, China.
Arrow Harkin chosen to spearhead prevention elements of healthcare reform bill
11/18/2008
Senator Tom Harkin chosen to lead group to craft prevention and public health components of the healthcare reform bill.
Arrow Life West faculty member presents at annual Blair Conference
11/18/2008
On September 26 and 27, Shawn Dill, DC, faculty and director of Life Chiropractic College West’s Institute for Advanced Care in Chiropractic, delivered a presentation at the Blair Chiropractic Society’s annual conference in Dallas, Texas.
Arrow Life to hold memorial service for late chiropractor William Harris
11/17/2008
William M. Harris, DC, a member of the Board of Trustees of Life University and a prominent figure in the chiropractic profession for many decades, passed away Nov. 9, 2008. At Harris' request, a profession-wide memorial service will be held on the Life University campus to celebrate his life and manifold accomplishments
Arrow Parker College honors its military veterans
11/12/2008
Parker College of Chiropractic took advantage of Veteran’s Day by honor those students, faculty, and staff that that have or are currently serving this country. This year Parker veterans wore camouflage uniforms to class as a way to remember and show respect for all those who have gone before and those who are still on active duty.
Arrow Chiropractic legend William Harris passes at 90
11/12/2008
Neuromechancial Innovations sadly announces the passing of chiropractic philanthropist, Dr. William M. Harris on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008.
Arrow Cleveland College researchers share findings at APHA
11/12/2008
Representatives of Cleveland Chiropractic College recently attended the 136th Annual American Public Health Association (APHA) meeting in San Diego, Oct. 25-29. The event is a gathering of physicians, scientists, researchers, and other healthcare professionals who share the latest advancements and research efforts relating to health and wellness.
Arrow Northwestern gives back to the community on make a difference day
11/11/2008
Nearly 60 student, staff, and faculty volunteers from Northwestern Health Sciences University raked the lawns of elderly homeowners in Bloomington, Minn. as part of Make a Difference Day on Oct. 25, 2008.
Arrow Chiropractic Economics' Oct. 7 Webinar Q&A
11/10/2008
You asked, and experts answered your questions from our Oct. 7 Webinar.
Arrow Northwesterns Healing Garden Featured on ‘Bloomington Today
11/10/2008
Mark Zeigler, DC, president of Northwestern Health Sciences University, was recently interviewed for a segment on a local cable television show in Bloomington, Minn., called “Bloomington Today.”
Arrow Sherman faculty, alumni assume leadership roles
11/10/2008
The Federation of Straight Chiropractors and Organizations’ (FSCO) Board of Directors elected Bill Decken, DC, as chairman of the board, Shane Walker, DC, as president, and Kristen Denette, DC, as secretary at a recent annual board meeting.
Arrow Registration for ICA conference still available
11/07/2008
There is still time to register for ICA’s 2 for 1 Conference in the Bahamas and get your continuing education credits before the end of the year. ICA’s notable Conference on Chiropractic & Pediatrics has teamed up with the biennial International Symposium on the Science, Art and Philosophy of Chiropractic to present a conference this year with something for everyone. The conference is Dec. 12-14 at the Westin Lucaya Resort in the Grand Bahama Island.
Arrow Northwestern to launch exchange program with TUTCM
11/07/2008
Northwestern Health Sciences University is creating an exchange program with Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TUTCM) in Tianjin, China. The program is expected to get underway in spring 2009.
Arrow ACA to mobilize chiropractic patients in response to Obama victory
11/06/2008
Following the Nov. 4 presidential election and in anticipation of renewed efforts to enact national healthcare and Medicare reform legislation, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) announced that it will soon launch a national grassroots campaign centered on the development and activation of a chiropractic patient advocacy network.
Arrow Toronto chiropractor Liza Egbogah provides facts about chronic pain
11/06/2008
There is one undeniable fact about chronic pain: More often than not, it is untreated or under treated. Chronic pain can affect both your physical and emotional well-being making it difficult to concentrate, to perform routine tasks, or work effectively on the job.
Arrow President-elect Barack Obama addresses chiropractic care in America
11/05/2008
President-elect Barack Obama addresses the importance of chiropractic care within the American healthcare system.
Arrow 2008 Stars Among Us Gala deemed a success
11/05/2008
Previously held in venues such as The Depot in Minneapolis, Minn., and the Landmark Center in St. Paul, Minn., this year Northwestern Health Sciences University was able to host the event on its own campus. The new Wolfe-Harris Center for Excellence was unveiled for the Gala.
Arrow Northwestern aims to improve practice of CAM
11/05/2008
Northwestern Health Sciences University is in the midst of a groundbreaking research education project focused on integrating research into the practice of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM).
Arrow Life wins first game back in 6 years
11/05/2008
Life University men’s basketball team kicked-off the season against Southeastern Bible College.
Arrow OUM welcomes new members to NCAB
11/04/2008
The OUM Chiropractor Program, recently welcomed several new members to the OUM National Chiropractic Advisory Board (NCAB).
Arrow OUM Chiropractor program welcomes new members to OUM National Chiropractic Advisory Board
11/04/2008
OUM Chiropractor Program adds new members to OUM National Chiropractic Advisory Board.
Arrow National SACA conference held at CCCKC
11/03/2008
Cleveland Chiropractic College was in the spotlight Oct. 18-19, as the Los Angeles campus’ SACA chapter traveled to Cleveland Chiropractic College-Kansas City to join more than 70 students from 15 chiropractic schools across the country for the 2008 SACA National Leadership Conference
Arrow SCU commencement features keynote Dr. Michael Reed
11/03/2008
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) announced that alumnus Michael Reed, DC, DACBSP, CCSP, CSCS will be featured as the keynote speaker at the Dec. 13 commencement.
Arrow F4CP runs ad in USA Today
10/30/2008
In support of its ongoing effort to promote the benefits of chiropractic, the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP) had an ad published in the Thursday, Oct. 30 edition of USA Today.
Arrow Life West announces Student of the Year
10/30/2008
The Alumni Association of Life Chiropractic College West named Allison French, a senior chiropractic intern as its 2008 Student of the Year. During the opening session of the college’s homecoming events on Oct. 17, French was honored for her exceptional service to Life West, the chiropractic profession, and her local community.
Arrow Life West names Dr. Michael McLogan 08 Alumnus of the Year
10/29/2008
Life Chiropractic College West Alumni Association recently named Dr. Michael McLogan of Oroville, California 2008 Alumnus of the Year.
Arrow Robert and Riekeman lead philosophy at WFC Congress
10/27/2008
World Federation of Chiropractic’s (WFC) 10th Biennial Congress, which is being held in Montreal April 30-May 2, will feature a program dedicated to the philosophy of chiropractic and healthcare.
Arrow NYCC announces new security initiative
10/24/2008
New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) President Dr. Frank Nicchi, DC, MS, announced the college is expanding its existing technology and security capabilities through a new Global Security Initiative made possible through funding secured by New York state Senator Michael F. Nozzolio.
Arrow Northwesterns MRI venture with CDI generates success
10/24/2008
Last year, Northwestern Health Sciences University opened an upright MRI center in St. Louis Park, Minn. with Center for Diagnostic Imaging (CDI). Following a successful first year, the University opened a second center in Woodbury, Minn. in June, 2008.
Arrow Northwestern receives additional $750,000 for nutrition program
10/23/2008
Northwestern Health Sciences University recently received a $750,000 donation from Standard Process Inc., a nutritional whole foods supplement manufacturer, to help fund a master’s degree program in clinical nutrition.
Arrow TCC adds two to board of regents
10/23/2008
At the annual Texas Chiropractic College Board of Regents retreat and workshop held Oct. 10-12, Dr. Monte Blue and Dr. Steve Minors were named as the newest members of the Board.
Arrow FCER announces student research awards
10/21/2008
To encourage students to conduct research, the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER) is pleased to announce the sponsorship of student poster awards for accepted papers at the 2009 WFC Congress and FCER's International Conference on Chiropractic Research (ICCR). Posters presented by chiropractic students will be judged and the first place winner will be awarded $750 and the second place winner will be awarded $500.
Arrow SCU alumna named ACA Delegate of the Year
10/21/2008
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) recently honored Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) Alumna and Austin resident Cindy Vaughn, DC, with its prestigious Delegate of the Year award during the association’s annual House of Delegates meeting in Cincinnati, Ohio. The award is presented annually for exceptional service, achievement and leadership within the association’s governing body.
Arrow Northwestern educates community through new publication
10/20/2008
Northwestern Health Sciences University’s newest publication, HealthyU – Your Pathway to Wellness, premiered September, 2008. The newsletter focuses on providing consumers with quality natural healthcare information so that they can make informed decisions about their health.
Arrow Dr. Sweere takes on new position at Northwestern
10/20/2008
After 22 years as a full-time faculty member at Northwestern Health Sciences University, Joseph Sweere, DC, DABCO, DACBOH, FICC, has taken on a new position in the development office at. His new responsibilities will account for 30 percent of his job at Northwestern, and he will continue teaching for the remaining portion.
Arrow Northwestern partners with Minnesota school in unique healthcare program
10/20/2008
Northwestern Health Sciences University has joined in a healthcare partnership with Saint Agnes School, a private K-12 school in St. Paul, Minn. with approximately 425 students. Jonathan Williams, DC, an associate professor at Northwestern, created the program after seeing a need at Saint Agnes. The partnership primarily focuses on prevention of sports-related injuries among student athletes at Saint Agnes, and supervised rehabilitation of those who suffer from an injury.
Arrow Parker president Fabrizio Mancini profiled by online journal
10/17/2008
Parker College of Chiropractic President, Fabrizio Mancini, was recently interviewed by Dallas Business Journal Online, about his life in the chiropractic profession.
Arrow Northwesterns capital campaign planned giving nears $7 million mark
10/17/2008
The planned giving portion of Northwestern Health Sciences University’s capital campaign is ahead of schedule with close to $7 million raised of the $15 million goal.
Arrow Northwestern works with outside agency to define strategic theme
10/17/2008
Two consultants from the Association of Governing Boards (AGB) visited Northwestern Health Sciences University recently to assess Northwestern’s theme of being the university of choice for natural healthcare, and what that means among university employees, students, alumni, and the community.
Arrow NBCE introduces new eligibility requirements
10/16/2008
The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) will introduce new eligibility requirements for the Part IV Practical Examination effective with the 2009 exam administrations.
Arrow Palmer receives HRSA grant award
10/16/2008
The U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has awarded a grant for $310,479 to the Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research (PCCR) to establish a practice-based research network to assess complementary and alternative medicine models of pain management.
Arrow ICA to hold annual conference in Bahamas
10/15/2008
The International Chiropractors Association (ACA) Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics’ Annual Conference on Chiropractic & Pediatrics will be held December 12-14 at the Westin Lucaya Resort in the Grand Bahama Island.
Arrow ‘The Economic Report to feature HealthSource Chiropractic
10/14/2008
The producers of The Economic Report are pleased to announce that Health Source Chiropractic will be featured in an upcoming episode as part of the show’s series on Best Franchise Concepts for the 21st Century.
Arrow CCCKC, SACA chapter to host 08 National Leadership Conference
10/14/2008
Students from all 18 chiropractic colleges will converge on the Cleveland Chiropractic College-Kansas City (CCCKC) campus Oct. 18 and 19 for the 2008 SACA National Leadership Conference.
Arrow UB chiropractic clinic to offer free posture screenings
10/13/2008
The University of Bridgeport (UB) College of Chiropractic will provide free posture screenings at World Spine Day.
Arrow WFC salutes corporate members in 3rd quarter
10/13/2008
The World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) is pleased to welcome its newest corporate associate members for the third quarter of 2008.
Arrow SCUs Chief of Staff Michael Sackett named to ACA publications board
10/13/2008
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) Chief of Staff Michael Sackett, DC, DABCO, has been named to the Publications Board for the American Chiropractic Association (ACA).
Arrow Canadian Thanksgiving tradition continues at Life West
10/13/2008
On Oct. 10, Life Chiropractic College West continued a long college tradition by holding its annual dinner celebrating Canadian Thanksgiving Day. The president of the college, Dr. Gerard Clum, along with his family and college faculty, has hosted this event for the past 27 years, inviting all of Life West’s Canadian students and their guests to partake in the festivities.
Arrow Congress orders further expansion of military chiropractic program
10/10/2008
After an intensive joint lobbying campaign by the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and the Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC), Congress has once again affirmed its desire to ensure accessibility of chiropractic care within the military and has ordered the Pentagon to expand the availability of chiropractic services to 11 additional military bases.
Arrow Earn CE credits with FCER's online seminars
10/10/2008
Doctors of chiropractic in 37 states may now earn continuing education credits (CEs) by enrolling in Web-based seminars offered through the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER) at www.fcer.myicourse.com.
Arrow Parker appoints new position to Dr. Gilles Lamarche
10/10/2008
Dr. Gilles Lamarche was recently accepted a new position of vice president of Seminars and Development at Parker College of Chiropractic.
Arrow 2009 ‘Have-a-Heart campaign to be celebrated globally
10/09/2008
Join with Chiropractic Colleges and hundreds of chiropractic clinics across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Asia, and New Zealand who are helping make a difference in the lives of severely hurt children. During Valentine’s week, Feb. 7-14, the goal is to raise awareness of the power of chiropractic through Oklahaven Children’s Chiropractic Center’s 10th annual “Have-A-Heart” campaign, in Oklahoma City, OK.
Arrow Historic joint convention marked a success
10/08/2008
The first-ever combined annual convention, held by the Virginia Chiropractic Association (VCA) and the Virginia Society of Chiropractic (VSC) Sept. 26-28 was marked a successful one.
Arrow UB student awarded by ACA
10/07/2008
Jason Godbout, a graduate student in both the University of Bridgeport’s chiropractic and nutrition programs, has received an Excellence in Leadership award from the American Chiropractic Association (ACA).
Arrow Logans Purser Center honored with interior design award
10/07/2008
Logan College of Chiropractic is pleased to announce that the Dr. S. (Syl) G. Walters Main Hall of the William D. Purser, DC Center has been awarded the Bronze Citation in recognition for excellence in educational interior design in the American School and University annual educational interior showcase competition held recently in Overland Park. Kan.
Arrow ACA approves policies, officers at 2008 annual meeting
10/07/2008
The American Chiropractic Association’s (ACA) House of Delegates (HOD) discussed the possible impact of national health care reform and approved a host of important policies during its 45th annual meeting, Sept. 17-20, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Arrow Foundation for Chiropractic Progress builds on ad campaign
10/06/2008
The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress recently launched an advertising campaign in the healthcare publication Business Insurance during an open enrollment period when major healthcare decisions are made.
Arrow ACA recognizes outstanding students, SACA chapters
10/03/2008
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) recently presented “Student Excellence Awards” to top Student American Chiropractic Association (SACA) chapters and leaders from around the country — all who were recognized for their activities and accomplishments in the 2007-2008 academic year.
Arrow Donation will benefit Northwestern rehabilitation center
10/03/2008
Northwestern Health Sciences University has received a $125,000 donation from Hygenics, the maker of Thera-band and Biofreeze products.
Arrow Chiropractic Plays Significant Role in U.S.A. Men's Water Polo Olympic 2008 Silver Medal Win
10/02/2008
Moses and teammates attribute much of their success to the role that chiropractic played in their performance.
Arrow Palmer receives HRSA grant award
10/02/2008
The U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has awarded a grant for $310,479 to the Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research (PCCR) to establish a practice-based research network to assess complementary and alternative medicine models of pain management.
Arrow Life opens community outreach clinics in Marietta
10/02/2008
Life University has opened two new community outreach chiropractic clinics to provide non-medical health care services to adults and children in the Marietta, Ga. area.
Arrow SBA conference to be hosted by UB
10/01/2008
Small business owners seeking to grow their ventures in the high-tech industry can get expert help from some of the state’s most-respected experts and biggest employers, thanks to the University of Bridgeport, a sponsor of the 2008 Small Business Innovation Research Conference.
Arrow ICAs upper cervical care council marked a success
10/01/2008
On August 22 and 23, Life Chiropractic College West hosted a historic meeting of representatives of six leading upper cervical techniques, Life West’s faculty, and International Chiropractic Association board director, Dr. Gary Walseman.
Arrow Professors awarded $6.9 million to help UB students
09/30/2008
Two professors from the University of Bridgeport and Yale University, along with the city of Bridgeport public school system, have been awarded $6.9 million to help area students prepare for college.
Arrow WFC invites Northwestern faculty to present at World Conference in Beijing
09/30/2008
Two Northwestern Health Sciences University faculty members will be presenting at a conference in Beijing, China, entitled, “Chiropractic Education in an Era of Digital Natives and Digital Immigrants: How to Make the Successful Transition to 21st Century Technology.”
Arrow Northwestern clinic launches effort to assist Nigerian boy
09/29/2008
The Woodwinds Natural Care Center, a clinic of Northwestern Health Sciences University, has launched a grassroots effort to raise money for a 7-year-old Nigerian boy named Moses.
Arrow Northwestern enhances learning options with Mediasite technology
09/29/2008
Northwestern Health Sciences University has invested in new technology to expand educational resources for students and professors.
Arrow Southern California University of Health Sciences chapter receives award
09/26/2008
The Southern California University of Health Sciences’ (SCU) chapter of the Student American Chiropractic Association (SACA) was awarded ‘Chapter of the Year’ at the annual American Chiropractic Association (ACA) House of Delegates meeting
Arrow ACA awards $11,000 in scholarships
09/26/2008
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) recognized the achievements of 12 exceptional students by awarding them scholarships during the 2008 annual House of Delegates Meeting in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Arrow Chiropractic Economics Launches Staffing & Employee Relations Resource Center, Sponsored by All Care Consultants
09/26/2008
Chiropractic Economics announced today that it has launched its seventeenth resource center: Staffing & Employee Relations, at www.ChiroEco.com/AllCare.
Arrow Ohio doctors raise funds for charitable causes
09/24/2008
Over 100 Ohio doctors have banded together to organize, plan, and prepare an unprecedented, two-day event. Chiropractic Cares was created as a way to benefit charitable community causes throughout the state of Ohio.
Arrow WebMD reports how chiropractic cuts blood pressure
09/22/2008
Studies and research regarding the chiropractic adjustment are being performed more and more to show the validity of chiropractic. WebMD has recently released information showing a special chiropractic adjustment called the Atlas Adjustment, can significantly lower high blood pressure.
Arrow La Clinica de La Mariposa puts Northwestern students into practice
09/22/2008
Six Northwestern chiropractic students will be traveling to Costa Rica for a project called “La Clinica de la Mariposa” or “The Butterfly Clinic.”
Arrow Fume hoods will set stage for undergraduate studies at Northwestern
09/19/2008
Newly installed fume hoods are part of Northwestern’s plan to bring general chemistry and organic chemistry to campus.
Arrow FCER re-elects board members
09/19/2008
The results of the election of the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER) for the Board of Trustees were presented and took effect on August 12, 2008, at the summer Board meeting.
Arrow Construction on Northwestern building nearly complete
09/19/2008
What began about five years ago is about to come to fruition as construction of the new Wolfe-Harris Center for Excellence nears completion.
Arrow San Antonio hosts 2008 COCSA convention
09/18/2008
The 2008 Congress of Chiropractic State Associations convention will take place in San Antonio, Texas, Nov. 6-8.
Arrow Northwestern spends summer producing draft of self-study report
09/18/2008
Five teams of Northwestern Health Sciences University faculty and staff spent the summer making significant progress toward producing the first draft of the institution’s self-study, which is part of the university’s process of reaccreditation in 2010 by the North Central Association of Colleges and School (NCA).
Arrow FCA national convention sets growth record
09/17/2008
The National Conference of the Florida Chiropractic Association (FCA) saw a record 2,500 registrants and 540 booths fill the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center, Aug. 21-24 just outside Orlando, FL.
Arrow Study: Osteoporosis-related fractures increase risk of subsequent fracture
09/16/2008
Results of the largest ever Canadian study on osteoporosis presented at the 30th annual American Society for Bone and Mineral Research (ASBMR) meeting in Montreal shows that Canadians over 50 years old who experience an osteoporosis-related fracture are at increased risk of a subsequent fracture.
Arrow Research submission begins for 10th Biennial Congress
09/12/2008
In accordance with the World Federation of Chiropractic’s (WFC)10th Biennial Congress, the WFC and the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER) are requesting that all doctors of chiropractic and others submit any original research to be judged.
Arrow Northwestern to hold 2008 Stars Among Us Gala
09/11/2008
The 2008 Stars Among Us Gala will take place November 1, in the Greenawalt Library inside the Wolfe Harris Center for Excellence on the Northwestern Health Sciences University campus.
Arrow Palmer receives national recognition from NCQA
09/11/2008
The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) announced in August that the Palmer Chiropractic Clinic in San Jose, Calif., has received recognition from the Back Pain Recognition Program (BPRP) for providing superior care to clinic patients suffering from low back pain
Arrow Northwesterns Healing Garden to be completed in fall
09/09/2008
Construction for the new Standard Process Healing Garden at Northwestern Health Sciences University began at the beginning of July, 2008.
Arrow Dr. Quinn named Missouri Chiropractor of the Year
09/09/2008
Dr. James Quinn was recently honored by peers in the chiropractic field as the State of Missouri Chiropractic Association’s “Chiropractor of the Year”.
Arrow TCC graduates summer 08 class
09/08/2008
On Aug. 16, the Texas Chiropractic College (TCC) community gathered to celebrate the college’s commencement exercises for summer 2008. Delivering the commencement address was Dr. Jon Schwartzbauer, president of Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic.
Arrow TCC awarded $100,000 gift from Standard Process
09/08/2008
Texas Chiropractic College was recently surprised with a $100,000 check from Standard Process at the university’s Centennial Celebration Reception. President of TCC, Richard G. Brassard was presented with the check by Charles DuBois, president of Standard Process, and Dr. Mary Beth Larsen, the chiropractic relations manager.
Arrow SOTO-USA to hold 9th annual clinical symposium
09/05/2008
Sacro Occipital Technique Organization-USA (SOTO) will be hosting the 9th annual SOTO-USA 2008 Symposium will take place Oct. 23- 26 in Dallas, TX
Arrow New ABN mandatory for use beginning March 1, 2009
09/05/2008
The most recent ABN (Advanced Beneficiary Notice) released by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) was published in March 2008 and was previously required for use by Sept. 1, 2008.
Arrow Third Chiropractic Summit marked a success
09/04/2008
The third Chiropractic Summit was a profound success as 32 organizations and companies representing the profession came together to build a collective and coordinated front to address major challenges facing chiropractic.
Arrow Life breaks ground on 'greening' construction
09/04/2008
On Sept. 9, Life University will continue its efforts to become “green” by breaking ground on a 600-deck parking garage on the campus perimeter.
Arrow ACA partners with AGIA to provide comprehensive insurance benefits
09/03/2008
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) has announced its new partnership with Association Group Insurance Administrators (AGIA), through which ACA now offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits to doctors of chiropractic.
Arrow DuBois named to FCERs Board of Directors
09/03/2008
Charlie DuBois, president of Standard Process Inc. ®, a Wisconsin-based manufacturer of nutritional whole food supplements, has been named to the Board of Directors of the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER).
Arrow NUHS receives accreditation candidacy status
09/02/2008
This month, National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) crossed a major milestone in the accreditation process for its acupuncture and oriental medicine degree programs.
Arrow Northwestern benefits from Becker Furniture program
09/02/2008
The Take 5 Give 5 furniture benefits program from Becker Furniture World Home Center, allows Northwestern Health Sciences University to receive cash back donations through purchases made at Becker Furniture World by Northwestern students, faculty, and alumni.
Arrow Florida massage therapist honored by chiropractors
08/29/2008
A Florida massage therapist has been honored by a statewide chiropractic association.
Arrow Logan graduates 45 college of chiropractic
08/29/2008
Logan College of Chiropractic held its 156th commencement Aug. 23.
Arrow Life closes on $71.465 million bond for campus plan
08/29/2008
The official closing of the approximately $71.5 million bond issuance for Life University was held on Aug. 26.
Arrow JAMA study shows AHPAs commitment to quality
08/28/2008
A study in the Aug. 27 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) concludes that Ayurvedic medicine products made by American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) members are significantly “less likely to contain metals.”
Arrow Northwesterns Presidents Invitational is a success
08/28/2008
Northwestern Health Sciences University’s annual President's Invitational raised an estimated $150,000 on July 29, 2008.
Arrow Northwestern graduates 27 from college of chiropractic
08/28/2008
The College of Chiropractic at Northwestern Health Sciences University graduated 27 students on Aug. 1, 2008.
Arrow Health Net to pay fines and penalties for unpaid chiropractic claims
08/27/2008
Managed health-care company Health Net has agreed to pay $41 million in claims and fines for underpaying 88,000 New Jersey customers.
Arrow DCs fight back to protect chiropractic in Brazil
08/26/2008
On June 26 the Federal Police in Brazil, acting on a complaint from physiotherapy leaders, detained visiting doctors of chiropractic and students from Palmer College’s Clinics Abroad program on the grounds that they were practicing physiotherapy without a licence.
Arrow Dr. Eric Plasker releases new audio CD
08/26/2008
Bestselling author Dr. Eric Plasker recently released “The Longevity Solution: Secrets of the 100 Year Lifestyle”, a new six-hour audio CD and workbook set that promotes lifetime chiropractic care, published through Nightingale-Conant.
Arrow Chiropractic may help adults with attention deficit, study shows
08/26/2008
A pilot study, published in the “Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research,” suggests that chiropractic care may help adults suffering from concentration problems and attention deficit disorder (ADD).
Arrow NUHS: A historic center for Kinesio Taping
08/25/2008
Ever since members of the U.S. Women's Olympic Volleyball team caught the world's attention with colored tape adorning their skin, people have been buzzing about Kinesio Taping.
Arrow Foot Levelers recognizes Family Health & Fitness Day
08/25/2008
The 12th annual Family Health and Fitness Day will be held Sept. 27, 2008 and Foot Levelers is encouraging families and DCs to get involved.
Arrow Leadership event to bring PA DCs together
08/25/2008
The Masters Circle, a leadership, coaching, and personal development program for DCs, will be hosting the Pennsylvania One Day Intensive September 18 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Ft. Washington, PA.
Arrow Statistical studies vs. good medicine
08/22/2008
You may have a bad back and not even know it. One of the commonest back problems physicians treat, called spinal stenosis, gives leg symptoms: pain, tingling, numbness and weakness down the legs, knees and thighs — and often without back pain.
Arrow Airline travelers will pay more for spine-friendly seats
08/22/2008
In a survey conducted recently by SpineUniverse, 88 percent of people who had flown in North America in the last year reported that they had back or neck pain — or both — after a typical flight.
Arrow SBA welcomes acting administrator Sandy K. Baruah
08/22/2008
President George W. Bush recently named Sandy K. Baruah acting administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA).
Arrow States push laws to require paid sick days
08/21/2008
Twelve states have proposed legislation in the past year that would require businesses to provide paid sick days
Arrow Headaches cost employers $13 billion a year
08/21/2008
Employees suffering from work-related headaches costs employers an estimated $13 billion a year
Arrow UB hits Internet to attract Web-savvy students
08/20/2008
The University of Bridgeport is following in the footsteps of hundreds of other universities, by going virtual to attract today’s Internet-Savvy students.
Arrow Life West to host upper cervical techniques meeting
08/20/2008
On August 22 and 23, Life Chiropractic College West will host a gathering of delegates from five prominent upper cervical techniques.
Arrow Team from Life West travels to Ghana
08/18/2008
“It was a life-changing experience,” said Life Chiropractic College West student Khalid Chaney, as he spoke to a campus audience about his experiences on a recent chiropractic mission trip to Ghana.
Arrow NUHS professor serves as judge at Olympics
08/15/2008
The 2008 summer Olympics in Beijing are in full swing, and while many of us are glued to our TVs watching, National University of Health Sciences professor Robert Appleyard, PhD is participating — as an official judge.
Arrow Logan names new VP of academic affairs
08/14/2008
Logan College of Chiropractic announced that George T. White, EdD, will take over as the new vice president for academic affairs, beginning October 1, 2008.
Arrow SBA launches electronic disaster loan application
08/13/2008
Disaster victims may now go online to file an application for recovery assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration, Jovita Carranza, acting administrator, announced today.
Arrow Survey finds small businesses especially vulnerable to fraud
08/13/2008
According to a new report released by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), U.S. organizations lose an estimated 7 percent of their annual revenues to fraud — but the damage is the worst among small businesses.
Arrow SCU inaugurates 13th president
08/12/2008
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU)will hold an inauguration for SCU President Ronald D. Kraft, PhD, as the 13th president of the university.
Arrow NUHS opens new Chicago clinic
08/12/2008
National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) officials cut the ribbon at opening ceremonies for its new NUHS Whole Health Center — Chicago.
Arrow Woman sues Maryland state board for right to massage horses
08/11/2008
Woman sues MBCMTE
Arrow NYCC graduates 36 DCs
08/11/2008
NYCC graduates 36 DCs
Arrow 23rd Annual NASS Meeting October 14-18
08/08/2008
The North American Spine Society’s (NASS) 23rd Annual Meeting is being held October 14-18, 2008, in Toronto, Canada, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
Arrow FDA requests warnings on fluoroquinolone antimicrobial drugs
08/07/2008
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has notified manufacturers of fluoroquinolone antimicrobial drugs that a Boxed Warning in the product labeling concerning the increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture is necessary.
Arrow AHPA adopts trade recommendation for labeling animal products
08/07/2008
At its most recent meeting, the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) Board of Trustees added a trade recommendation to the association’s Code of Ethics and Business Conduct.
Arrow Alumni make donation to Parker College
08/07/2008
The Parker Alumni Association recently made its largest pledge in the college’s history, contributing approximately $30,000 to enrich the academic potential of Parker College of Chiropractic and for the advancement of the chiropractic profession.
Arrow Northwestern to graduate 22 students from MCAOM
08/07/2008
The Minnesota College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MCAOM) at Northwestern Health Sciences University will graduate its students Aug. 9, 2008 at 2 p.m.
Arrow Northwestern to graduate 43 students from the School of Massage Therapy
08/07/2008
The School of Massage Therapy at Northwestern Health Sciences University will graduate its students in a commencement ceremony on Aug. 9, 2008 at 6 p.m. The University will present 43 students with a degree in massage therapy.
Arrow Dr. Miller shares final day at CCCKC
08/05/2008
The college community at Cleveland Chiropractic College-Kansas City (CCCKC) took time out of its day July 25 to bid farewell to a friend and colleague, Jeffrey Miller, DC, who has accepted a position with Foot Levelers Inc.
Arrow Dr. Fallon extends hand to special needs children
08/05/2008
Joan Fallon, DC, FICCP, is living a dual existence this summer. From Monday through Friday she readies her company, Curemark, LLC, for clinical trials of a promising new enzyme replacement therapy for autism.
Arrow Northwestern graduates 27 students
08/05/2008
The College of Chiropractic at Northwestern Health Sciences University presented 27 students with doctor of chiropractic degrees as well as nine bachelor of science degrees on August 1.
Arrow 3rd Annual Founders Day held at CCCLA
08/05/2008
A large crowd was present on the Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles (CCCLA) campus July 16 for the third installment of Founder’s Day.
Arrow Hardin Joins COCSA as new executive director
08/04/2008
The Congress of Chiropractic State Associations’ (COCSA) Board of Directors welcomes Amy Hardin as the executive director beginning October 1, 2008.
Arrow Eisenberg confirmed for WFC Congress
08/04/2008
The World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) and the Canadian Chiropractic Association are pleased to announce that Dr. David Eisenberg of Harvard University is confirmed as a keynote speaker for the WFC’s 10th Biennial Congress in Montreal, April 30 to May 2, 2009.
Arrow CCGPP releases Tendinopathy chapter
08/04/2008
The Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters (CCGPP) has posted "Soft Tissue Conditions: Part 3 Tendinopathies-Draft" for review and commentary at www.ccgpp.org.
Arrow SCU appoints new dean of LACC
08/04/2008
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) President Ronald Kraft, PhD, has announced the appointment of J. Todd Knudsen, DC, DACBR as the dean of the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic (LACC).
Arrow Healing the Homeless
08/01/2008
Dr. Anita Morgenstern and four chiropractic associates offer free adjustments to the hundreds of homeless in need of chiropractic care.
Arrow CCCLA holds 5th Annual 'Academic Decathlon'
07/31/2008
Brain power was on high during Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles (cccla) 5th Annual "Academic Decathlon," which was held July 7-9 in the auditorium. Students representing each trimester competed for a spot in the finals.
Arrow NYCC announces summer commencement ceremony
07/31/2008
The Doctor of Chiropractic, Master of Applied Clinical Nutrition, and Master of Diagnostic Imaging commencement ceremony will be held August 2, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. in the Athletic Center.
Arrow NYCC receives initial accreditation from the ACAOM
07/31/2008
New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) announced that its School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine achieved initial accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM) for a five-year period.
Arrow DOL calls for more 401(k) fee disclosure
07/30/2008
The U.S. Department of Labor published a proposed rule to the Federal Register yesterday, which is designed to help 401(k) plan participants make more informed investment decisions.
Arrow Small businesses could offer health insurance
07/30/2008
The House Small Business Committee introduced a bill Wednesday that would help small businesses provide its employees health insurance
Arrow Palmer offices move downtown
07/30/2008
Leaders at Palmer College of Chiropractic are making good on their word to invest in Davenport’s downtown.
Arrow SBA broadens Office of Business
07/30/2008
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is relaunching one of its primary entrepreneurial training divisions to broaden its focus into a one-stop shop for information on how to start, maintain, or grow a small business, including an emphasis on financial literacy.
Arrow ACA announces 08 pediatric symposium
07/30/2008
The 2008 ACA Pediatric Symposium is a pediatric program offered to all chiropractic physicians and chiropractic students.
Arrow Life West sponsors outreach program
07/30/2008
Sixteen doctors and 27 chiropractic interns from Life Chiropractic College West spent five days providing free chiropractic care to the people of El Salvador in the college’s El Salvador Outreach Program.
Arrow CCC-LA announces 08 graduates
07/30/2008
Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles (CCC-LA) held its spring 2008 commencement ceremony April 19 with 13 students receiving their Doctor of Chiropractic degree.
Arrow Oklahoma encourages chiropractors to renew online
07/30/2008
The Oklahoma Board of Chiropractic Examiners (OBCE) reminds chiropractors that renewing online saves time, money, and consumption of paper.
Arrow The Stretching Institute - Hope Is In Sight For The Millions Of People Who Suffer From Back Pain
07/30/2008
Originally created to provide scientific and medically proven products and services to athletes suffering from sports injuries, The Stretching Institute has become an industry front-runner in the field of stretching and flexibility for athletes and non-athletes alike.
Arrow UB chiropractic professor to oversee care at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
07/30/2008
Anthony J. Lisi, associate professor of clinical sciences at University of Bridgeport, has been selected to oversee chiropractic care at the Veterans Health Administration, which serves more than 7.8 million enrolled veterans and is the nation’s largest health care system.
Arrow Chiropractic incorporated into Veteran's Health Administration
07/29/2008
Veteran's Health Administration adds chiropractic to healthcare system
Arrow South Dakota Chiropractors' Association elects officers
07/29/2008
South Dakota Chiropractors' Association names Jim Fitzgerald and Josh Biberdorf to offices.
Arrow Colombia appoints Dallas chiropractor to olympic medical staff
07/24/2008
Columbia appoints Camille Reagan to Olympic medical team
Arrow FCER releases educational film
07/24/2008
FCER releases video
Arrow Spurlock to speak at free Palmer event
07/22/2008
Morgan Spurlock will be the featured speaker at the free community healthy lifestyles event entitled “Conquering Obesity!”
Arrow Northwestern receives $75,000 donation
07/22/2008
Northwestern Health Sciences University received donations of imaging equipment valued at more than $75,000.
Arrow SCU sports medicine residents awarded diplomate certification
07/17/2008
2 SCU grads get DACBSP certification
Arrow SCU alumni named to 2008 Olympic medical staff
07/17/2008
2 SCU grads named to olympic medical team
Arrow Life West receives $250,000 pledge
07/17/2008
Life West gets $250,000 from Foot Levelers
Arrow Farewell Dr. Leander Jackson "Doc" Eckard
07/17/2008
The profession mourns the loss of Dr. Leander Eckard.
Arrow Congress overides Bush Medicare veto
07/16/2008
Congress overrides Bush's Medicare veto
Arrow URAC grants ASH full reaccreditation
07/16/2008
American Specialty Health Incorporated (ASH), announced that it has once again been awarded full accreditation for its Health Plan, Health Network with Credentialing, Health Utilization Management, and Claims Processing programs from URAC, a Washington, DC-based healthcare accrediting organization.
Arrow Bush vetoes Medicare bill; Override expected
07/15/2008
Bush vetoes Medicare bill
Arrow Healing Garden construction underway
07/14/2008
Construction for the new 11,000-square foot Standard Process Healing Garden at Northwestern Health Sciences University has begun
Arrow Medicare measure sent to White House
07/11/2008
The Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 (HR 6331) has now been sent to the White House
Arrow ACA sends research to 16,000 neurologists
07/10/2008
ACA has mailed research copies to 16,000 neurologists.
Arrow NUHS honors scholarship award recipients
07/10/2008
New NUHS scholarships awarded
Arrow Survey: Cost-cutting strategies allows sustainable employee benefits
07/10/2008
A 2008 employee benefit survey reveals employers maintain employee benefits
Arrow FCAs National Convention & Expo: Aug. 22–24
07/09/2008
The Florida Chiropractic Association (FCA) invites you to its 2008 National Convention & Expo Aug. 22–24
Arrow New OSHA Web page
07/08/2008
The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) unveiled a new Web page showcasing free occupational safety and health information related to flood and tornado cleanup and recovery.
Arrow COWC launches “Operation Share the Wellness”
07/08/2008
Chiro One Wellness Centers (COWC) launches “Operation Share the Wellness,” a new initiative aimed at supporting America’s newest returning veterans. The initiative offers one full year of chiropractic services for any U.S. military veteran returning from overseas deployment in Afghanistan and Iraq at no charge at their 24 Chicagoland and Kentucky-area clinics.
Arrow Canadas 3rd Annual Upper Cervical Symposium
07/08/2008
Canada’ s Third Annual Upper Cervical Symposium, hosted by Providence Chiropractic in Edmonton Alberta, will be held Sept. 12 at the Alberta Research Council Auditorium located in the Edmonton Research Park.
Arrow TCA awards Chiropractor of the Year
07/08/2008
Michael R. Martin, DC, was awarded the Keeler Plaque June 22 by the Texas Chiropractic Association (TCA), recognizing him as the Texas Chiropractor of the Year for 2008.
Arrow Businesses get help with disaster preparedness
07/03/2008
SBA holds a web chat for business disaster preparedness.
Arrow Palmer: Lawsuit dismissed against former alumni association
07/02/2008
Palmer dismisses lawsuit against former alumni association.
Arrow House Medicare bill freezes physicians pay cut
07/01/2008
The House of Representatives voted 355-59 to support the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008, which will block a July 1 physician pay cut, an article in The Hill says. The bill, HR 6331, maintains the current payment rate, prevents the 10.6 percent cut, and increases physician pay by 1.1 percent in 2009.
Arrow F4CP marks 2nd year of PR campaign
07/01/2008
The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress’ successful public relations campaign
Arrow Logan alumni association elects new board and officers
07/01/2008
The Logan College of Chiropractic Alumni Association announced the election of new board members and officers at the college’s recent Homecoming.
Arrow Life West awards 59 degrees
06/27/2008
Fifty-nine students from across the nation and overseas were awarded doctor of chiropractic degrees at Life Chiropractic College West’s 52nd commencement exercises that celebrated the graduation of the classes of Winter 2008 and Spring 2008.
Arrow Logan dedicates Standard Process Student Center
06/26/2008
Logan College of Chiropractic officially completed a six-month development project with the dedication of the $3.6 million Standard Process Student Center at a ribbon-cutting event held June 19 on the school’s Chesterfield campus. The 6,500 square-foot facility and restroom renovation is the latest construction project at the college.
Arrow SBA introduces 2 new online finance courses
06/26/2008
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has introduced two new free online finance courses to help small business owners with the basic principles of finance and borrowing.
Arrow ACA voices strong opposition to AMA resolution
06/24/2008
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) voiced strong opposition to American Medical Association (AMA) Resolution 232, which advocates the use of state legislation to make it a felony for non-MDs/DOs to misrepresent one’s self as a “physician.”
Arrow USA Rugby and Life University partner
06/24/2008
Life University President Guy F. Riekeman and USA Rugby High Performance Manager Scott Lawrence signed a memorandum of understanding outlining a partnership between Life University and USA Rugby for the high-performance training of its rugby athletes.
Arrow 56% of Hispanic baby boomers consider alternative health treatments
06/24/2008
Hispanic baby boomers’ perceptions of healthcare and health information differ significantly from those of the general-market boomer, according to a new report from Focalyst.
Arrow Low vitamin D levels associated with risk of death
06/24/2008
Individuals with lower blood levels of vitamin D appear to have an increased risk of death overall and from cardiovascular-related death, according to a report in the June 23 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, a Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA)/Archives journal.
Arrow CCGPP chapters available for comment
06/24/2008
The Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters (CCGPP) has posted a number of chapters for comment on its Web site, www.ccgpp.org
Arrow NUHS to offer degrees through SPCs UPC
06/24/2008
National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) in Lombard, Ill., plans to begin offering a degree program at St. Petersburg College’s (SPC) through its University Partnership Center (UPC) in St. Petersburg, Fla., by fall 2009. NUHS will partner with SPC for classroom space and support services.
Arrow CNN to air segment of chiropractic, stroke
06/20/2008
CNN’ American Morning is scheduled to air a segment about the purported association between chiropractic cervical manipulation and vertebral artery dissection on June 24.
Arrow WFC holds annual meeting in Seoul
06/19/2008
The World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) conducted its annual council meeting in Seoul June 4 – 7. The WFC council met to support the Korean Chiropractic Association’s (KCA) fight for legislation to recognize and regulate chiropractic in Korea.
Arrow DSEA merges into Natural Products Foundation
06/19/2008
The Natural Products Foundation (NPF) and the Dietary Supplement Education Alliance (DSEA) have merged in a move designed to strengthen efforts in focusing the nation’s attention on the benefits provided by dietary supplements and other natural products.
Arrow CCCKC health center ribbon cutting
06/19/2008
Officials from Overland Park, Kan., and the greater Kansas City area gathered June 11 at Cleveland Chiropractic College for a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house at the educational institution’s public health center.
Arrow U.S., Chinese scientists to collaborate on TCM
06/19/2008
Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt has signed a memorandum of understanding with Chinese Vice Minister of Health Wang Guoqiang to foster collaboration between scientists in both countries in research on integrative and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).
Arrow Woman resumes activism in wake of Canadian class-action suit
06/19/2008
A Canadian woman whose daughter died in 1998 a few days after she had a neck adjustment by a Saskatoon chiropractor, has resumed her lobbying efforts against chiropractic.
Arrow Survey: 28% of workers injured at work
06/19/2008
More than a quarter of American adults say they have been injured while working, often missing substantial time from work as a result, according to a new survey by FindLaw.com.
Arrow N.J. DCs win back rights to extraspinal adjustments
06/19/2008
New Jersey chiropractors are again able to perform extraspinal adjustments. The New Jersey Supreme Court issued its decision in the case of Bedford v. Riello on June 18, according to Sig Miller, DC, executive director of the Association of New Jersey Chiropractors (ANJC).
Arrow DCs urged to support Medicare bills
06/19/2008
An e-mail sent to members of the Congress of Chiropractic State Associations (COCSA) encourages all chiropractors to contact their senators and urge them to vote for a bill that would stop a scheduled 10.6 percent cut in Medicare.
Arrow F4CP receives $25K donation
06/19/2008
The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP) has received a $25,000 pledge from Hygenic Corporation, manufacturer and marketers of Biofreeze and Thera-Band.
Arrow N.J. DCs win back rights to extraspinal adjustments
06/19/2008
New Jersey chiropractors are again able to perform extraspinal adjustments. The New Jersey Supreme Court issued its decision in the case of Bedford v. Riello on June 18, according to Sig Miller, DC, executive director of the Association of New Jersey Chiropractors (ANJC).
Arrow Hunger hormone increases during stress
06/17/2008
If you are treating patients for weight management, you might want to considerable a stress-relief program as a first step.
Arrow DOT urges DCs to complete survey
06/17/2008
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is urging doctors of chiropractic to participate in a survey designed to examine the perceptions of difficulties or uncertainties associated with the Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) driver physical examination process.
Arrow Canadian stroke victim files class-action suit
06/17/2008
The family of a Canadian woman who suffered a stroke following a chiropractic adjustment is filing a $529 million class-action lawsuit against Alberta chiropractor Gregory John Stiles, DC, the Alberta College and Association of Chiropractors (the regulatory agency for chiropractic in the province), and the Ministry of Health.
Arrow Smallest businesses battle highest healthcare costs
06/17/2008
June 17, 2008 — Healthcare costs hit the smallest businesses in the United States — often cited as the backbone for economic growth — harder than their larger counterparts, according to a just-released survey by the National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE).
Arrow 4 DCs named to official U.S. Olympic medical team
06/17/2008
Four chiropractors will be members of the official U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) medical staff, comprised of 62 medical doctors, chiropractors, massage therapists, and certified athletic trainers
Arrow Smallest businesses battle high healthcare costs
06/16/2008
Healthcare costs hit the smallest businesses in the United States, often cited as the backbone for economic growth, harder than their larger counterparts, according to a just-released survey by the National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE).
Arrow Manitoba Chiropractors' Association elects new board
06/12/2008
Manitoba Chiropractors’ Association has elected its new board for 2008 and 2009.
Arrow Colorado to have standardized insurance cards
06/12/2008
A new law signed by Colorado Governor Bill Ritter, Jr. will require all health-insurance carriers in the state to issue a standardized, printed identification card containing plan information to every covered individual.
Arrow Flip-flops cause back problems
06/12/2008
Take a look at your patients’ footwear. The back pain some of your patients experience may be due to what they wear on their feet.
Arrow Northwestern event part of Starkey gala
06/12/2008
The “ultimate bass fishing event” at Northwestern Health Sciences University is now doing double-duty. In addition to serving as a major fundraising event for the school, it is also a sponsor of the Starkey Hearing Foundation’s 8th Annual ‘So the World May Hear’ Awards Gala.
Arrow Bronfort named VP of research at Northwestern
06/10/2008
Gert Bronfort, DC, PhD, has been promoted to vice president of research at Northwestern Health Sciences University. Bronfort, previously the associate vice president for research at Northwestern, has built an international reputation in natural healthcare research during the last two decades.
Arrow Life University announces new building program
06/10/2008
Life University has been approved for $80 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to acquire, construct, renovate, and equip a variety of facilities on its Marietta campus.
Arrow NCCAM launches Time to Talk campaign
06/10/2008
The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has launched Time to Talk, an educational campaign to encourage patients — particularly those age 50 or older — and their healthcare providers to openly discuss the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM).
Arrow JCE included in PubMed
06/10/2008
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has announced that the Journal of Chiropractic Education (JCE) was recently selected for inclusion in PubMed.
Arrow SBA launches tax savings resource center
06/10/2008
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has created an online tax savings resource center to help small businesses understand how they can benefit from the 2008 economic stimulus package.
Arrow Colorado SB11 signed into law
06/10/2008
Colorado Governor Bill Ritter signed Senate Bill 11 (auto insurance med pay bill) into law June 5, 2008.
Arrow DCs invited to participate in PBRN research
06/10/2008
The Practice-Based Research Network (PBRN) of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) is currently conducting two studies and extends invitations for participation to interested chiropractors. The studies have institutional review-board (IRB) approval from Life Unversity
Arrow SCUHS affiliates with Western Institute of Neuromuscular Therapy
06/05/2008
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCUHS) has become affiliated with Western Institute of Neuromuscular Therapy (WIN Therapy), provider of a nationally recognized massage therapy program.
Arrow NYCC receives gift from Seneca Meadows
06/05/2008
New York Chiropractic College has received the $10,000 as the final installment on a five-year gift from Seneca Meadows Inc. The check was given by Carl Casaccia, executive vice president of Seneca Meadows.
Arrow Employers bet on wellness initiatives to stem costs
06/05/2008
Health plan initiatives to promote health and wellness among workers are now commonplace, despite an acknowledged lack of evidence in an investment payoff, according to a study released today by the Center for Studying Health System Change (HSC).
Arrow California workers comp cap ruled constitutional
06/05/2008
A California law capping the number of chiropractic treatments for workers’ compensation injuries is constitutional, a state appeals court has ruled.
Arrow Nelson named ACBSP Sports Chiropractor of the Year
06/03/2008
Arrow SBA urges all to prepare for disaster
06/03/2008
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is urging the public to develop an emergency plan before disaster hits.
Arrow Survey: More employers to offer wellness incentives
06/03/2008
The number of employers offering workers financial incentives to better manage their health is expected to jump sharply next year, according to a survey by Watson Wyatt Worldwide, a leading global consulting firm, and the National Business Group on Health, a national nonprofit association of large employers.
Arrow Indiana University researches postural stability
06/03/2008
A study entitled “Cognitive function and postural sway among the elderly” by Indiana University researchers found a strong connection between the cognitive function of their elderly study participants and their postural stability — or balance.
Arrow Study: Golf is good for you
06/03/2008
You don’t have to feel guilty about taking Wednesday afternoon off to play golf. According to a new study from the Swedish medical university Karolinska Institutet, golf is good for you. In fact, it prolongs life expectancy, provided you walk the course instead of ride in a cart. According to the study, the death rate for golfers is 40 percent lower than for other people of the same sex, age, and socioeconomic status. This corresponds to a five-year increase in life expectancy.
Arrow Health insurance more expensive for small businesses
06/03/2008
The economic burden of providing health insurance for workers increased more for small businesses than for large ones from 2000 to 2005, but the spike did not cause a significant number of small employers to abandon the benefit, according to a study issued today by the RAND Corporation.
Arrow New NCQA program to evaluate health promotion
06/03/2008
Proposed standards and measures for a new Wellness and Health Promotion (WHP) product-evaluation suite from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has been released for public comment. Members of the public are invited to comment on the measures through June 30.
Arrow SCU offering chiropractic, AOM services at Cal State
06/03/2008
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) now provides chiropractic and acupuncture/Oriental medicine (AOM) services at California State University, Fullerton (Fullerton). The Student Health Center at Fullerton has been receiving acupuncture services from SCU since October 2007; chiropractic has just been added.
Arrow Study: CAM providers can help fibromyalgia
06/03/2008
The majority of senior Canadian chiropractic, naturopathic, and physical and occupational-therapy students believe they can help patients who have fibromyalgia.
Arrow Palmer announces Homecoming 2008
06/03/2008
Palmer College of Chiropractic will host Homecoming 2008 on its Davenport, Iowa, campus Aug. 7–9, with new continuing education speakers as well as familiar faces leading sessions, along with Palmer’s traditional social and networking events.
Arrow Survey: Employers need help to stop obesity
05/29/2008
Employers and employees both say the workplace is an appropriate setting for responding to weight-management issues, according to new research by the Strategies to Overcome and Prevent (STOP) Obesity Alliance and the National Opinion Research Center (NORC) at the University of Chicago.
Arrow DC runs Great Wall marathon
05/29/2008
Arrow Interactive Web sites shape public perception
05/29/2008
The interactive look and feel of your Web site could help shape positive perceptions about your practice if the site includes a likeable design and features that engage the target audience, according to media researchers.
Arrow USPS helps recycle small electronics
05/29/2008
If you live in one of the 10 areas of the country where the U.S. Postal Service is running a pilot program, you can send your old cell phone, PDA, or inkjet cartridge to a recycling facility for free.
Arrow House passes directive on chiropractic care
05/29/2008
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved a directive that orders the Pentagon to make chiropractic care a standard benefit for all active-duty military personnel. The legislation is contained in H.R. 5658, a bill authorizing defense programs in fiscal year 2009, and is based in part on recommendations from the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and the Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC).
Arrow CMCC awarded grant from NCCAM/NIH-CIHR
05/29/2008
The Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) received a landmark grant to investigate mechanotransduction — the manner in which physical treatment is communicated to the tissues. The award, announced earlier this year, from the U.S.-based National Centers for Complementary and Alternative Medicine/National Institutes of Health (NCCAM/NIH) and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, marks the first grant awarded by NCCAM/NIH and CIHR through a collaborative research program on the science of manual therapies.
Arrow FCER auction features vintage chiropractic books
05/22/2008
Several vintage chiropractic books and a wildlife print, all donated to the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER), are now available at auction to help raise funds for FCER’s educational programs. The auction items are posted on eBay until May 28.
Arrow First ICA pediatrics conference held in Australia
05/22/2008
The first Pediatrics Conference and Research Symposium sponsored by the Pediatric Council of the International Chiropractors Association (ICA) was held recently in the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
Arrow FCER Journal Club to keep DCs up-to-date on research
05/22/2008
Chiropractors have a new resource to keep up-to-date on research by joining the Journal Club, a series of free teleseminars sponsored by the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER).
Arrow IRS issues new limits for 2009 HSAs
05/22/2008
The amount of money individuals who contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA) will go up in 2009. The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have issued new guidance on the maximum contribution levels for HSAs and out-of-pocket spending limits for High Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs) that must be used in conjunction with HSAs. These amounts have been indexed for cost-of-living adjustments for 2009.
Arrow F4CP launches Chiropractic 2.0 blog
05/22/2008
Recognizing the growing importance of professional and community networking and filling an important void for the chiropractic profession to participate in mainstream media, the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP) has launched a blog, “Chiropractic 2.0.”
Arrow Palmer offers free care to military and dependents
05/20/2008
The Palmer Chiropractic Clinics will be offering complimentary chiropractic care for individuals on active military duty and their legal dependents, including those serving in the National Guard or Reserves who have been called to active military duty and their legal dependents, beginning June 1, 2008.
Arrow OCR releases HIPAA brochures in 8 languages
05/20/2008
The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has posted on its health information privacy Web site two consumer brochures, “Privacy and Your Health Information” and “Your Health Information Privacy Rights,” in eight languages: Chinese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese, and English. Previously the brochures were only available in English and Spanish.
Arrow Palmer reopens South Daytona clinic
05/20/2008
More than a year after a tornado destroyed its first free outreach clinic, Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida, Port Orange has reopened the clinic in a new location. Palmer’s free clinic provides its students with clinical opportunities while rendering services to people who, otherwise, cannot afford medical care. Patients at the free clinic are referred to Palmer by social service agencies.
Arrow Legislation seeks expanded access to chiropractic care
05/20/2008
The U.S. House of Representatives Armed Services Committee has approved a directive aimed at the Secretary of Defense that orders the Pentagon to make chiropractic care a standard benefit for all active-duty military personnel.
Arrow SCU, SOTO partner for training
05/20/2008
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is partnering with the Sacro-Occipital Technique Organization (SOTO) to conduct a full SOT training from June 2008 through January 2009.
Arrow 14 achieve diplomate in pediatrics
05/20/2008
Fourteen individuals were recently awarded diplomates in pediatrics from the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and the Academy of Chiropractic Family Practice.
Arrow Appeals court rules in favor of Palmer alumni
05/15/2008
Arrow NYCCs Wellcare Ambassador interviewed on WFAN
05/15/2008
On May 9th , the New York Chiropractic Council’s WellCare Ambassador, Harry Carson, DC, a former New York Giant and NFL Hall of Fame inductee, was on the Boomer & Carton show on WFAN, 660 AM. Carson was interviewed to share his chiropractic experience. He challenged host Craig Carton to try chiropractic care and Carton accepted the challenge. Carson will revisit the show in August review how chiropractic care has helped Craig Carton.
Arrow SBA launches lender-advantage initiative
05/15/2008
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has extended to Region VII an initiative aimed at fostering economic development in America’s rural areas by making it easier for smaller community banks and credit unions to use SBA loan products to finance small businesses.
Arrow Palmer receives $150K first-year grant, part of $2.75M from NCCAM
05/15/2008
The Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research (PCCR) has received an award to establish a four-year, multidisciplinary Developmental Center for Clinical and Translational Science in Chiropractic from the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), a component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Arrow Citizens petition to FDA: Remove weight-loss claims from supplements
05/13/2008
Three organizations and a drug company have joined forces in petitioning the Food and Drug Administration to treat weight-loss claims for dietary supplements as disease claims. The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) immediately announced it would fight the petition.
Arrow 2 scholarships awarded
05/13/2008
Two chiropractic students have been awarded Wellness Works Scholarships from the OUM Chiropractor Program. Recipients are Rooza Goharchin and Brian Vranes.
Arrow SCU professor publishes chiropractic textbook
05/13/2008
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) professor Paul Hooper, DC, MPH, MS, has authored the book Physical Modalities, a therapeutic modality text written specifically for the chiropractic student.
Arrow Patriot Express loans available for military spouses
05/13/2008
The Patriot Express loan initiative from the Small Business Administration (SBA) is up and running and available to help military families start or build a small business. Patriot Express is available to military community members including veterans, service-disabled veterans, service members leaving active duty, Reservists and National Guard members, current spouses of any of these groups, spouses of active duty members, a widowed spouse of a service member who died during service, or of a service-connected disability.
Arrow OCR Web site adds HIPAA enforcement data
05/13/2008
The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has added a new data section on its Compliance and Enforcement Web site regarding the enforcement of the HIPAA Privacy Rule. The public can now access enhanced information about several aspects of OCR’s health information enforcement program including:
Arrow Free Web-based tool helps businesses to go ‘green
05/13/2008
Small and mid-sized businesses can now “green” their operations at no cost with the Web-based tool, the “Greening Advisor,” developed by Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), an environmental organization.
Arrow Committee evaluates impact of planned Medicare physician-fee cuts
05/13/2008
Because cuts to Medicare physician-fee payments threaten to undermine the work of small healthcare practices, members of the House Committee on Small Business heard from the Deputy Administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) May 8. They also received testimony from a panel of healthcare providers, who noted the planned cuts would greatly limit services to the nation’s neediest communities.
Arrow Study: DCs dont take advantage of blogging
05/08/2008
Less than 1 percent of American chiropractors blog and, of those who do, more than one-third of chiropractor blogs are inactive, according to a new study by The Kahuna Content Company, a social media research company, into how chiropractors use blogs to market their businesses.
Arrow SBA to offer online training on franchising
05/08/2008
Entrepreneurs considering franchising can now access a new online course from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and FranNet to help them navigate the competitive franchise industry.
Arrow CCP in final stages of reviewing guidelines third edition
05/08/2008
The Council on Chiropractic Practice (CCP) is in the final phase of completing the third edition of the CCP’s Clinical Practice Guideline: Vertebral Subluxation in Chiropractic Practice.
Arrow NBCE names executive committee, District IV director
05/08/2008
The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) re-elected officers and its District IV director during the board’s organizational meeting May 2, 2008 in Atlanta.
Arrow CCGPP to post two draft best-practices documents
05/06/2008
The Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters (CCGPP) will post two documents for review and commentary on its Web site, www.ccgpp.org. The first, “Chiropractic management of low-back disorders — draft” goes up June 1. The second, “Manipulative therapy of lower-extremity conditions — draft” goes up June 15.
Arrow Study: Nation will face MD shortage
05/06/2008
The United States will suffer a shortage of primary-care physicians as the workload will increase by 29 percent by 2025, according to a study published online April 29 in Health Affairs, a public-policy journal.
Arrow Report says antioxidants do not prevent mortality
05/01/2008
A report published in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (April 16, 2008), concludes that antioxidant supplements have little effect on mortality.
Arrow More than 6 million enrolled in HSAs
05/01/2008
More than 6.1 million Americans are covered by Health Savings Account (HSA)-eligible insurance plans, a 35 percent increase since last year, a new census released today by America's Health Insurance Plans (AHIP) has found.
Arrow National well-being study finds majority struggling
05/01/2008
Most Americans are struggling to achieve satisfactory health and well-being according to initial results of the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index. When asked to evaluate their lives based on a ladder scale, 47 percent of the 100,000 respondents polled in the 1,000 daily surveys conducted since January say they are struggling and an additional four percent say they are suffering. Factors contributing to these findings include negative workplace environments and difficulty making positive health decisions about modifiable health behaviors like diet, exercise, and stress.
Arrow Medicare conference focuses on public-policy challenges
05/01/2008
Representatives from state and national chiropractic associations, chiropractic colleges, allied health professions, and consumer organizations joined individual doctors, students, and staff on April 24 in Washington, D.C., for the profession’s first National Conference on the Future of Chiropractic in Medicare.
Arrow New program certifies, labels natural products
05/01/2008
Arrow Chiropractic film released
05/01/2008
Oklahaven Children’s Chiropractic Center recently celebrated its 45th anniversary by completing an 11-minute film entitled “A Mother’s Story of her Child’s Journey to Health.” The movie documents a child’s path to recovery through chiropractic.
Arrow SICA delegates learn about legislative processes
05/01/2008
Student International Chiropractors Association (SICA) delegations from six chiropractic colleges gathered in Washington, D.C., on April 23-25 for a series of leadership workshops and in-person lobbying experiences designed to enhance their understanding of the legislative process, build leadership skills, and educate them on the public policy issues facing chiropractic in the months and years ahead.
Arrow SCU symposium to feature Jack LaLanne
04/29/2008
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) will feature Fitness Guru Jack LaLanne as the keynote speaker at the Extravaganza Symposium Aug. 14–17 in Long Beach, Calif.
Arrow Northwestern forms relationship with Chinese university
04/29/2008
Northwestern Health Sciences University President Mark Zeigler, DC, signed a formal agreement with Dr. Zhang Boli, president of Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China, to establish a relationship between the two universities Thursday, April 24.
Arrow Former Dallas Cowboy honored as Parker top graduate
04/29/2008
Former NFL player and Dallas Cowboy Jason Kaiser received top academic honor at Parker College of Chiropractic’s 68th graduation ceremony. Kaiser earned the title of valedictorian with a GPA of 3.78.
Arrow F4CP runs ad in USA Today
04/24/2008
The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP) announces another advertisement in support of its ongoing effort to promote the benefits of chiropractic
Arrow Northwestern graduates 62 new DCs
04/24/2008
Northwestern Health Sciences University College of Chiropractic conferred the Doctor of Chiropractic degree on 62 students April 5. The university also awarded 13 Bachelor of Science degrees during the ceremonies. Students hailed from nine states and one Canadian province.
Arrow Provost Brian McAulay named ACE Fellow
04/24/2008
Brian J. McAulay, DC, Life University provost, has been selected a Fellow of the American Council on Education (ACE), one of only 36 such positions named each year, President Guy Riekeman announced.
Arrow Report: Social Web sites allow patients, providers, others to connect
04/24/2008
Social media on the Internet are empowering, engaging, and educating healthcare consumers and providers, according to a new report, “The Wisdom of Patients: Health Care Meets Online Social Media,” published by the California HealthCare Foundation (CHCF).
Arrow ANJC disputes CCGPP low-back disorder document
04/24/2008
The Association of New Jersey Chiropractors (ANJC) has formally questioned the validity of the draft guidelines on low-back disorders developed by the Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters (CCGPP) and presented to the California Workers’ Compensation meeting in March.
Arrow Scott County patient-satisfaction survey: Extend Medicare benefits
04/24/2008
If it were left up to Medicare recipients in Scott County, Iowa, Medicare would continue to pay for full chiropractic care, even though the two-year Medicare demonstration project ended in 2007.
Arrow F4CP boosted by $25K donation
04/24/2008
The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP) has received a boost from Hygenic Corp., manufacturer of Thera-Band products, and parent company of Performance Health, manufacturer of Biofreeze.
Arrow Northwestern offers estate and wealth planning seminars
04/22/2008
The Northwestern Planned Giving Office at Northwestern University of Health and Sciences will host a series of free estate-planning seminars with attorneys, financial planners, CPAs, and investment brokers to guide attendees through the ABC’s of estate planning.
Arrow IPA concludes World Congress
04/22/2008
The International Probiotics Association (IPA) concluded its first IPA World Congress at the Beverly Hills Hilton in Los Angeles April 12.
Arrow SCU welcomes 44 new alumni
04/22/2008
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) held commencement ceremonies at the La Mirada Theatre of Performing Arts for 36 graduates of the DC program and 8 graduates of the MAOM program
Arrow Survey: Employers want wellness programs
04/22/2008
Three-quarters (72.5 percent) of employers have or want to have a wellness program that utilizes a health-risk assessment, according to a survey released by United Benefit Advisors LLC (UBA), a benefits-advisory organization. The survey polled 1,664 employers.
Arrow ICAK-U.S.A. awards scholarship at SCU
04/22/2008
The International College of Applied Kinesiology – U.S.A. (ICAK-U.S.A.) awarded the $1,500 George J. Goodheart Memorial Scholarship in Applied Kinesiology to Tracy Foley of Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU).
Arrow BAM Radio Network and ICPA launch Webcasts for parents
04/22/2008
The International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) is collaborating with BAM (Body and Mind) Radio Network (BRN) to launch a new Webcast for parents. The new resource will give parents and ICPA’s 2,500 members access to the latest insights in early childhood development.
Arrow ACA, other groups meet with Senate Finance Committee
04/22/2008
Representatives from the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and other physician groups listened to a proposal to delay cuts to the Medicare physician-fee schedule in a round-table meeting with the Senate Finance Committee April 11.
Arrow Final Rule approaches first deadline
04/17/2008
April 17, 2008 — Large manufacturers (500 or more employees) must comply with the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Dietary Supplement Current Good Manufacturing Processes Final Rule (cGMP) by June 2008. Medium companies (20-499 employees) must comply by June 2009, and small companies (fewer than 20 employees) have until June 2010. The Final Rule does not apply to suppliers or producers of raw ingredients.
Arrow National Medicare conference to address emerging issues, longstanding concerns
04/17/2008
April 17, 2008 — The National Conference on the Future of Chiropractic in Medicare, hosted by the International Chiropractors Association (ICA) will convene April 24, in Washington, D.C., with an array of speakers and presentations.
Arrow Consumers can grade DCs on consumer-listing service
04/17/2008
Some people are making a list and checking it twice — Angie’s List (www.angieslist.com), that is. And they are checking it for reports on chiropractors, medical doctors, dentists, hospitals, and urgent-care centers.
Arrow Northwestern graduate working at WHO
04/17/2008
April 17, 2008 — Molly Meri Robinson, DC, is serving as the first chiropractic intern at the World Health Organization (WHO) headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.
Arrow Rep. Abeler named Northwesterns Alumnus of the Year
04/17/2008
April 17, 2008 — Rep. Jim Abeler, DC, was named the Chiropractic Alumnus of the Year by the College of Chiropractic Alumni Association at Northwestern Health Sciences University. The award is given based on nominations.
Arrow Vitamin D may protect against peripheral artery disease
04/17/2008
April 17, 2008 — People with low vitamin D levels may face an increased risk for peripheral artery disease (PAD), according to researchers at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine at Yeshiva University. The scientists reported their findings at the American Heart Association’s Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology Annual Conference 2008.
Arrow Supplement company supports FCER with $150k donation
04/15/2008
The Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER) has received a commitment of $150,000 from Standard Process Inc., a manufacturer of nutritional whole food supplements. The donation is in support of DCConsult, the Foundation’s new online resource center.
Arrow Resolution to commission DCs introduced in Senate
04/15/2008
A concurrent resolution in support of commissioning doctors of chiropractic as officers in the Armed Forces has been introduced into the Senate.
Arrow Phillips to direct FCER international programs
04/15/2008
Reed B. Phillips, DC, PhD, retired president of Southern California University of Health Sciences, will serve as the new director of international programs and research development for the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER
Arrow NYCC graduates 48 DCs
04/10/2008
New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) conferred the Doctor of Chiropractic degree upon 48 graduates on April 5, during a commencement ceremony on the NYCC campus.
Arrow Consumerism driving healthcare changes
04/10/2008
Customer service is becoming a key differentiator in where consumers choose to receive their healthcare, said speakers at The Beryl Institute’s “Power of Impressions” conference in Dallas.
Arrow Webinars to explain CCGPP documents
04/10/2008
The Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters (CCGPP) has scheduled Webinars to acquaint practitioners with two best-practices documents.
Arrow Obesity costs companies up to $45 billion annually
04/10/2008
The rate of obesity in the United States has doubled in the last 30 years, and those extra pounds weigh on companies’ bottom lines, according to a new report from The Conference Board.
Arrow Elder ‘falls bill heads to president
04/10/2008
Chiropractors engaged in balance correction may be encouraged by a bill that has been sent to the president for approval.
Arrow WFC welcomes 5 new corporate associate members
04/08/2008
The World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) has announced its newest corporate Associate Members for the first quarter of 2008.
Arrow Webster named as SCU institutional advancement VP
04/08/2008
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) President Ronald Kraft, PhD, announced the appointment of Regina E. Webster as the University’s vice president of institutional advancement.
Arrow WFC announces 10th Biennial Congress
04/08/2008
The World Federation of Chiropractic’s (WFC)10th Biennial Congress, co-sponsored by the Canadian Chiropractic Association, will be held at the Hilton Bonaventure Hotel in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, April 30 – May 02, 2009.
Arrow Advancing Chiropractic seeks membership
04/08/2008
An organization launched in 2006 and aimed at advancing the cause of chiropractic has rededicated its efforts to enlist support for its mission.
Arrow Auction raises money for FCER
04/08/2008
The Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER) is using e-Bay to help raise funds for its educational programs.
Arrow California lawmakers move to restore chiropractic boards funding
04/08/2008
The California Board of Chiropractic Examiners should be regaining its original budget of $3 million, if approved by both houses of the state legislature, according to a report in the Sacramento Bee online.
Arrow Study: Imaging not helpful in diagnosing neck pain
04/08/2008
Neck pain is a common ailment whose cause cannot be diagnosed by x-rays, MRIs, or CAT scans. That was one of the findings of the Bone and Joint Decade Neck-Pain Task Force, presented in a Webinar for chiropractic and medical-mainstream media by Scott Haldeman, DC, MD, PhD, FRCP, president of the task force.
Arrow Medicare maintenance-care billing changes
04/03/2008
April 3, 2008 — Effective March 3, 2008, Medicare has changed the advanced-beneficiary notice (ABN) rules for both participating and nonparticipating doctors. The new rules no longer require billing on claim forms for chiropractic manipulative therapy maintenance-care services.
Arrow Northwesterns scholarship application goes online
04/03/2008
April 3, 2008 — Northwestern Health Sciences University has placed information and applications regarding most of its scholarships online.
Arrow Logan adds partners to its ‘3+3 program
04/03/2008
April 3, 2008 —Logan College of Chiropractic has added three more “3+3” articulation partners as part of its program with four-year universities and colleges around the country.
Arrow DYouville to build six-story building
04/03/2008
April 3, 2008 — D’Youville College will begin construction of a new six-story, 93,000 square-foot academic building in May and will be located on the site of a current college parking lot.
Arrow Northwestern names teachers and students of the year
04/03/2008
April 3, 2008 — Northwestern Health Sciences University honored its student leaders and outstanding teachers during the Student Leadership Awards Banquet March 20.
Arrow Palmer opens center for business development
04/01/2008
The Palmer Center for Business Development opened this spring on Palmer College of Chiropractic’s campus in Davenport, Iowa.
Arrow FCER receives $5,000 donation
04/01/2008
The Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER) Fellowships received a $5,000 donation from Foot Levelers Inc, which allows FCER to continue funding quality chiropractic research and education programs.
Arrow SBA unveils ‘National Small Business Week Web site
04/01/2008
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) launched a Web site, www.NationalSmallBusinessWeek.com, for National Small Business Week 2008, April 21–25, featuring information about the agency’s premier annual event.
Arrow Cleveland to chair Medicare conference
04/01/2008
Carl S. Cleveland, III, DC, FICA, chiropractic educator, and President of the Cleveland Chiropractic Colleges (CCC), has agreed to serve as chair of the chiropractic profession’s first national conference focusing on the future of chiropractic in the federal Medicare program.
Arrow VCA and VSC announce historic joint fall convention
04/01/2008
In an unprecedented move, the leadership of both state chiropractic associations in the Commonwealth of Virginia — the Virginia Society of Chiropractic (VSC) and the Virginia Chiropractic Association (VCA) — has voted to hold a combined annual convention Sept. 26­­–28, in Richmond, Va.
Arrow May 23 marks required use of NPI on Medicare claims
04/01/2008
Effective May 23, 2008, all Medicare providers will be required to use only their national provider identifier (NPI) number when filing Medicare claims.
Arrow 59% of U.S. MDs favor national health insurance
04/01/2008
A nationwide survey of 2,200 American medical doctors opinions on healthcare financing has found that 59 percent of doctors support government legislation to establish national health insurance while only 32 percent oppose it, according to the Indiana University (IU) School of Medicine’s Center for Health Policy and Professionalism Research (CHPPR).
Arrow Normal weight obesity is emerging risk factor
04/01/2008
More than half of American adults considered to have normal body weight in America have high body fat percentages — greater than 20 percent for men and 30 percent for women — as well as heart and metabolic disturbances, according to new Mayo Clinic research. The finding conflicts with the widely held belief that maintaining a normal weight automatically guards against such disorders as high levels of circulating blood fats and a tendency to develop metabolic syndrome, which often leads to type 2 diabetes.
Arrow Survey: Companies shift to wellness to manage healthcare costs
04/01/2008
Employers in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio believe the future of managing healthcare costs lies in helping their employees manage their health through wellness programs, according to Cowden Associates Inc.’s Seventh Annual Tri-State Area Employee Benefit Survey.
Arrow New program available for state associations
04/01/2008
A new program, offered through a for-profit subsidiary of the Association of New Jersey Chiropractors (ANJC), is available to help state associations increase their membership.
Arrow California auditor finds licensing boards actions ‘inappropriate
03/27/2008
The California Board of Chiropractic Examiners did not act in compliance with its mandates, according to an audit conducted by California State Auditor Elaine M. Howle. The report said the board acted inappropriately because members did not understand their duties. California lawmakers had ordered the state auditor to investigate possible violations of state law after newspaper reports alleged that Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger had appointed friends with little consumer-protection experience.
Arrow VA to open 14 more clinics; chiropractic care not in plans
03/27/2008
Veterans in seven states will have easier access to healthcare benefits under a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) plan to open 14 new outpatient clinics in 2008. The VA will establish new clinics in Arkansas, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Washington. Chiropractic care is apparently not planned for the new clinics
Arrow DuBois named to F4CP board
03/27/2008
The Foundation for Chiropractic Program (F4CP) has appointed Charlie DuBois, president of Standard Process Inc., to its board of directors.
Arrow COCSA gathers in Kansas City
03/27/2008
Cleveland Chiropractic College’s Kansas City (CCCKC) campus was the site of the mid-year planning meeting for the Congress of Chiropractic State Associations (COCSA). Held March 7 and 8, the board focused on a variety of initiatives, including ways to strengthen membership in state associations, communication enhancement, and action steps pertaining to state and national issues.
Arrow SCU names new VP of academic affairs
03/27/2008
John Scaringe, DC, MS, DACBSP, was named Southern California University of Health Sciences’ (SCU) vice president of academic affairs. Scaringe previously served as interim vice president of academic affairs at SCU.Scaringe holds a doctor of chiropractic degree from New York Chiropractic College and a masters of science degree in Kinesiology from California State University, Fullerton, and is currently pursuing his doctorate in educational leadership at California State University, Long Beach.
Arrow AHPA elects new board members, officers
03/25/2008
The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) announced eight new members to the association’s board of trustees and the officers elected at the March 13 meeting in Anaheim, Calif.
Arrow Nonmonetary motivators keep employees from quitting
03/25/2008
Open communication, employee recognition, and involving personnel in decision-making — not money — are what people value most in a company, according to the 2008 Management Action Programs Inc. (MAP) Quarterly CEO Survey conducted by Vantage Research.
Arrow CIGNA retracts policy in Illinois
03/25/2008
Illinois chiropractors will continue to be reimbursed by CIGNA HealthCare for chiropractic therapy services. According to the American Chiropractic Association (ACA), a number of chiropractors in Illinois received notification from CIGNA that OrthoNet LLC would take over network management of outpatient physical therapy and occupational therapy services. CIGNA also indicated that “effective June 30, 2008, the entire range of physical and occupational therapy CPT codes would no longer be reimbursed.”
Arrow DCs eligible for federal loan repayment program
03/25/2008
In a report to accompany legislation reauthorizing the National Health Service Corps (NHSC), the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions made it abundantly clear that doctors of chiropractic are eligible to qualify for inclusion in the NHSC Loan Repayment program.
Arrow Minnesota DCs seek rights to treat animals
03/25/2008
animals is meeting with objections from the state’s veterinarian community. According to an online story published by Minnesota Public Radio, a bill (HF 3584) has been introduced, which would allow chiropractors who have 210 hours of additional training to practice on animals.
Arrow Major journal recommends chiropractic
03/20/2008
People who have acute lower-back pain should undertake self-care and chiropractic, according to a recommendation from a study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
Arrow New director-at-large for NBCE
03/20/2008
Salvatore D. LaRusso, DC, of Wellington, Fla. was elected by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) to fill a vacancy as director-at-large, created by the death of Earl L. Wiley, DC, who passed away in November 2007.
Arrow Senate bill aims to stabilize Medicare cuts
03/20/2008
A bill has been introduced into Congress that would replace 18 months of Medicare payment cuts to physicians with payment updates better reflecting medical practice cost increases.
Arrow NUHS reaches candidacy in naturopathic accreditation
03/18/2008
National University of Health Sciences’ (NUHS) naturopathic medicine degree program was granted candidacy by the Council on Naturopathic Medical Education (CNME) on March 9.
Arrow Short exercise regimen helps overweight women
03/18/2008
Sedentary, overweight, or obese women can improve their quality of life by exercising as little as 10 minutes to 30 minutes a day, researchers reported at the American Heart Association’s Conference on Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Metabolism.
Arrow Naturopathic cost-effective for low-back pain
03/18/2008
Naturopathic care is more cost-effective than a standardized physiotherapy-education regimen in the treatment of chronic low-back pain and resulted in an improvement in health-related quality of life, lower costs, and reduced absenteeism, according to a workplace study in the March/April 2008 issue of Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine.
Arrow Allstate sues DCs in 4 states
03/18/2008
Chiropractors in four states — Texas, Ohio, Indiana, and Alabama — are being sued in a federal fraud lawsuit filed by Allstate Insurance Company. The lawsuit names 66 defendants and alleges that deception and coercion were used against people involved in automobile accidents at clinics in the named states.
Arrow Northwestern students and faculty lobby capital
03/13/2008
March 13, 2008 — About 200 students from Northwestern Health Sciences University joined faculty members and local chiropractors in lobbying at the state capitol in St. Paul, Minn.
Arrow ACA launches referral program
03/13/2008
March 13, 2008 — The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is now offering the DC-MD/DO Referral Program. The online program offers tips, templates, and a step-by-step guide to assist DCs in developing an interdisciplinary referral system.
Arrow Study: Weight loss helped by personal counseling
03/11/2008
March 11, 2008 — Adults who lost weight in a six-month program were able to keep at least some of the weight off for 2.5 years with the help of brief monthly personal counseling, according to a new study from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institutes of Health.
Arrow SCU launches Institute of Science
03/11/2008
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) will launch the Institute of Science, an accelerated program geared towards helping working adults who are interested in pursuing careers in healthcare complete science prerequisites in a significantly shorter timeframe. The first classes are scheduled to commence Saturday, March 15.
Arrow Logan names Ratliff as event planner
03/11/2008
Logan College of Chiropractic President George A. Goodman, DC, FICC, announced the appointment of Emily A. Ratliff as event planner for its William D. Purser, DC Center, a business conference and educational facility on the Logan campus.
Arrow NUHS honors scholarship award recipients
03/11/2008
National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) honored 11 students, who, through academic and personal excellence, won scholarship awards.
Arrow ACA announces database development at NCLC
03/11/2008
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) announced it will launch an advocacy effort later this year by creating a national database of chiropractic patients. Designed to strengthen the profession’s political voice, the planned database was unveiled during the association’s National Chiropractic Legislative Conference (NCLC) Feb. 27–28 in Washington, D.C.
Arrow Connecticut chiropractors settle antitrust lawsuit
03/11/2008
The Connecticut Chiropractic Association (CCA), the Connecticut Chiropractic Council (CCC), and an attorney who allegedly orchestrated an illegal anticompetitive statewide boycott of a Connecticut health insurer have settled an antitrust suit brought against them by the state’s attorney general and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Arrow Founder of applied kinesiology passes away
03/07/2008
George J. Goodheart, DC, the founder of applied kinesiology, passed away March 5, 2008, at the age of 89. He died at his home in Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich., in the company of his wife, JoAnn.
Arrow New York investigates insurance scheme
03/06/2008
­­­New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo announced he is conducting an industry-wide investigation into a possible scheme by health insurers to defraud consumers by manipulating reimbursement rates.
Arrow NYCCs School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine receives accreditation
03/06/2008
New York Chiropractic College’s School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine achieved an initial five-year accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM).
Arrow Plasker video available online
03/06/2008
The “Movie and a Makeover” video of Eric Plasker, DC, author of The 100 Year Lifestyle, is available at www.ChiroEco.com/plasker. Plasker was interviewed on the show, which aired Feb. 23.
Arrow Oregon names chiropractor of the year
03/06/2008
Scott B. Shephard, DC, of Portland-based, Shephard Clinic of the Chiropractic Arts, has received the Chiropractic Association of Oregon’s (CAO) 2008 chiropractor of the year award. The award, presented at the 2008 CAO convention, honors Shephard’s work in patient care and his dedication to furthering the cause of equal access to alternative healthcare treatments
Arrow AHPA asks FDA to withdraw labeling guidance
03/06/2008
The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) has submitted comments to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requesting the agency to withdraw the guidance it issued concerning the labeling of dietary supplements in regard to the reporting of adverse events. The FDA published two draft guidance documents that were described as intending to assist industry in complying with the labeling requirements of the Dietary Supplement and Nonprescription Drug Consumer Protection Act.
Arrow AASP opens membership to massage therapists
03/04/2008
The American Academy of Spine Physicians (AASP) will be opening its membership to members of the spine-care team other than physicians.
Arrow Med school considering chiropractic
03/04/2008
Robert Morris University is taking a new tack in expanding student opportunities while growing its emerging pre-med program: Collaborate with medical and chiropractic schools to provide priority admission for students.
Arrow FDA corrects company-size determination for cGMP
03/04/2008
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has clarified that the compliance date for the final rule on dietary supplement cGMP (current good manufacturing practice) “will be determined by the number of employees [a company] directly employs.”
Arrow TENS, acupuncture combo good for osteoarthritis
03/04/2008
A pilot study suggests combining acupuncture and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) suggests this treatment is effective for knee osteoarthritis.
Arrow Aromatherapy study reveals no medical impact
03/04/2008
If you want to enhance the mood of your patients, consider spraying the waiting room with lemon scent, but don’t waste your money on lavender. And don’t expect scents to improve patients’ healing.
Arrow NIH Web site offers cholesterol advice to seniors
02/28/2008
Easy-to-understand information about blood cholesterol tests and their importance to heart health are now available on NIH Senior Health, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Web site designed especially for seniors.
Arrow Harvard Mens Health puts multivitamins under fire
02/28/2008
Harvard Men’s Health Watch, a consumer health newsletter, is recommending that men stop taking multivitamins because of a possible link to prostate cancer.
Arrow Researcher claims low-fat diets fuel obesity
02/28/2008
For those who wonder why Americans are carbohydrate-addicted, depressed, suffering from heart disease and heavier than ever, you need not look any further than the low-fat myth that has been perpetuated for the last 30 years, according to researcher Phoenix Gilman.
Arrow AMA corrects impairment guide following ACA complaint
02/28/2008
The American Medical Association (AMA) has announced it will issue a correction to all purchasers of its Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, Sixth Edition, after the legal team from the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) questioned the legality of restrictive language related to evaluations by doctors of chiropractic and accused the AMA of violating the permanent Wilk injunction.
Arrow 5 students receive endowment scholarships
02/26/2008
Five students from Parker College of Chiropractic have been awarded scholarships from the Parker Alumni Association. The scholarships were the first ever made by the organization.
Arrow DC appears on ‘Movie and a Makeover
02/26/2008
Eric Plasker, DC, founder of The Family Practice and author of The 100 Year Lifestyle, filmed Movie and a Makeover for TBS on Feb. 14. The show was scheduled to air February 23 at 12:30 EST.
Arrow Commission on Independent Colleges recognizes NYCC
02/26/2008
New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) has been recognized by the Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities (CICU) for its leadership role in New York’s independent academic sector.
Arrow Mancini, Thomas named to FICS Commissions
02/26/2008
The Fédération Internationale de Chiropratique du Sport/International Federation of Sports Chiropractic (FICS) has named Fabrizio Mancini, DC, president of Parker College of Chiropractic and Parker Seminars, and Kenneth Thomas, DC, vice president of academics at Parker College of Chiropractic, to serve on two of its commissions.
Arrow AHPA honors researchers and industry members
02/26/2008
The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) will honor three outstanding individuals and one company at its upcoming Member Breakfast Meeting. The AHPA Awards, established in 2005, acknowledge individuals and organizations who make substantive, positive contributions to the herbal products industry beyond what is expected for business success.
Arrow Broccoli may protect against bladder cancer
02/26/2008
A concentrated extract of freeze-dried broccoli sprouts cut development of bladder tumors in an animal model by more than half, according to a report in the March 1 issue of Cancer Research, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research.
Arrow Does ginkgo biloba affect memory?
02/26/2008
Taking the supplement ginkgo biloba had no clear-cut benefit on the risk of developing memory problems, according to a study published in the February 27, 2008, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
Arrow Health plans to target advanced imaging services
02/26/2008
Health plans are stepping up efforts to slow the proliferation of advanced imaging services, according to a study released by the Center for Studying Health System Change (HSC).
Arrow ICA, ACA back resolution calling for military commissions
02/21/2008
Arrow South Carolina Gov. signs small business healthcare bill
02/21/2008
Arrow CCGPP to present teleconference on draft chapter
02/19/2008
The Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters (CCGPP) will present a teleconference explaining its recently released low-back chapter draft on Feb. 28.
Arrow Spine publishes neck-pain study
02/19/2008
A seven-year, international multidisciplinary study published in the journal Spine could signal a shift in clinical best practices for the treatment of neck pain. The study was published online in January.
Arrow Obesity linked to cancer
02/19/2008
If you need another reason to convince patients to control their weight, think “cancer.” Obesity can double the risk of several cancers, according to a study published in the Lancet medical journal Feb. 15.
Arrow Honorary doctorate conferred
02/15/2008
The National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) has conferred an honorary doctor of laws (LLD) degree on Gene G. Veno, executive vice president of the Pennsylvania Chiropractic Association.
Arrow NCQA adds new measures focusing on obesity
02/15/2008
The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has added two new measures focusing on obesity in children and adults highlight to the Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS).
Arrow Study shows increase in neck, spine pain
02/15/2008
Spine and neck pain expenditures have increased substantially from 1997 to 2005, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA, 2008; 299(6):656-664).
Arrow New AMA guidelines: Possible violation of Wilk injunction
02/15/2008
New guidelines issued to medical doctors by the American Medical Association (AA) violate the Wilk vs. AMA lawsuit, according to the American Chiropractic Association (ACA). ACA has asked for an immediate withdrawal of restrictive language in the AMA’s “Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 6th Edition.”
Arrow Parker Seminars dazzles 5,000 attendees
02/15/2008
Approximately 5,000 individuals flooded the halls of the Las Vegas Hilton at the annual Parker Seminars Feb. 7-9 and attended seminars with the aim of “shaping their future and inspiring the world” — which was the theme of the conference.
Arrow Probiotic prophylaxis bad for pancreatitis patients
02/14/2008
If you have patients with pancreatitis, take care about recommending probiotics. In a large clinical trial of patients with severe acute pancreatitis, probiotic prophylaxis more than doubled the mortality compared with placebo, Dutch researchers report in an early online study published in The Lancet.
Arrow Northwesterns 2008 homecoming deemed a success
02/14/2008
Chiropractic Homecoming 2008 at Northwestern University of Health Sciences was a flurry of activity as vendors, alumni, faculty, and staff came together to learn, celebrate, and reconnect. Nearly 1,000 people attended the event, which was held from Jan. 31 – Feb. 2.
Arrow Logan students eligible for $2,500 scholarship
02/14/2008
A student at Logan College of Chiropractic will be the recipient of a $2,500 George J. Goodheart Scholarship from the International College of Applied Kinesiology – USA (ICAK-USA). The award will again be sponsored by Standard Process, Inc.
Arrow Business.gov expands services for local businesses
02/14/2008
Small business access to government information has taken another substantial leap forward with the addition of new state and local search capabilities on Business.gov, the official business link to the U.S. government.
Arrow Study demonstrates ROI on wellness programs
02/14/2008
Employers can save $1.65 in healthcare expenses for every dollar spent on a comprehensive employee-wellness program, according to a study published Feb. 11 in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (JOEM).
Arrow 9 chiropractic colleges recognized for excellence
02/14/2008
Nine chiropractic colleges have been recognized for their clinical excellence by a chiropractic vendor.
Arrow 2007 F4CP PR valued at $3.5 million
02/14/2008
The good news about chiropractic is being spread to the public. In 2007, the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress’ (F4CP) public relations campaign got the message out to the public through press releases, editorial interviews, matte-release advertorials, and public-service announcements, at a value of $3.5 million, according to Laura Carabello, principal of CPR Communications, the foundation’s PR firm.
Arrow CCGPP to release Soft Tissue chapter
02/12/2008
Arrow NYCCs Women's Health Symposium set for March 29
02/12/2008
Arrow SCU faculty pass ABCO exam
02/12/2008
Arrow NYCC trustee Kernan honored
02/12/2008
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