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The intersection of neurofeedback and chiropractic

Reading Time: 4 minutesClinical Concerns Many neurological disorders are caused by poorly functioning brainwave patterns. Extensive research has demonstrated specific abnormal patterns associated with ADHD, insomnia, anxiety, depression, autism, memory issues, concussion, stroke, traumatic brain injury, and many others. Neurofeedback provides a natural method of correcting these abnormal patterns and eliminating the symptoms associated with these disorders. It is a proven and effective alternative to many of the dangerous medications that are prescribed for these conditions.

Digital imaging promotes compliance

Reading Time: 4 minutesCase Study Patient Jane Doe, age 42, entered the practice as an established patient who had not been seen for nine months. Her new presentation of neck pain and headaches represented a different condition than her previously encountered low-back pain. She was seen for approximately three visits involving spinal adjustments and electrical muscle stimulation, including some deep-tissue techniques. She had some minor, temporary relief, but the condition was still significantly present on that third visit.

3 immune boosting foods you need to recommend to your patients

Reading Time: 3 minutesThere’s no question that our world today has become much more fast-paced and interconnected than it was even five or 10 years ago. Today, we live in a society that runs on a 24/7 news cycle, instantaneous computer access, and the ability to order everything from groceries to a recumbent bicycle from our mobile phones while we are waiting to board a plane. On the one hand, this high tech world can allow us to connect with each other in ways that could not have been possible before. On the other, its speed forces us to work at that same pace, which can often come at the expense of our health, particularly our immune system.

[Case Study] Back surgery averted for teenage boy

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe patient is a 13-year-old boy who was identified at a school screening to have a discrepancy in his shoulder heights. His parents were advised to contact an orthopedic surgeon for further evaluation. They reported that the orthopedist found evidence of a scoliosis, but recommended a “watch and wait” approach. No treatment was offered, but if the boy’s spinal curve increased, he (the orthopedist) would be available to perform spinal corrective surgery. The boy’s parents are requesting a second opinion, and any recommendations for non-invasive, conservative care.

Is vitamin E important for your heath?

Reading Time: 2 minutesYou probably already know about the benefits of vitamin E as a powerful antioxidant and an anti-inflammatory. While vitamin E certainly has a great reputation in those areas, it also has some very beneficial qualities for keeping skin in top condition, particularly during summer when your patients are spending a great deal of time outside. How can vitamin E oil keep skin in top shape while your patients are out having fun in the sun this summer?

The smart DC’s guide to probiotics for the brain

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe National Institute on Aging (NIA) reports that, just as the human body changes over time, so too does the human mind. For instance, certain parts of the brain begin to shrink and, in some cases, blood flow rates can become minimized and neurological communication reduced . The NIA stresses that not all of the changes are bad, such as having the ability to use the knowledge gained from a lifetime of experiences to learn and better understand new things or improve upon language-related skills. But others aren’t quite so enjoyable, namely those related to difficulties focusing on the task at have or having increased trouble with finding the right words.

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These can make or break your practice’s reputation

Reading Time: 3 minutesSponsored Content Online reviews can make or break your practice’s reputation, so it’s important to learn how to manage your customer feedback. More than 90 percent of consumers read online reviews before making a purchasing decision, whether choosing a restaurant, a cleaning service, or a chiropractor. This feedback carries significant weight in the mind of your potential patients, with 88 percent of consumers reporting that they trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations. With that in mind, consider these tips on how to build and maintain your practice’s online reputation.

Are your patients worried about CBD? Ease their concerns.

Reading Time: 4 minutesSponsored Content However, although marijuana―and CBD specifically―are becoming more commonplace, there is still a stigma around these two substances and a lot of the products derived from them. This leaves many patients with some concerns when trying the latter. As a healthcare professional, this puts you in a position where you’re likely to be questioned about CBD and its use. So, if your goal is to help your patients ease their angst about this particular substance, you’ll want to answer some of their most burning questions about CBD.

The benefits of inflammation and the role of low level laser therapy

Reading Time: 4 minutesSponsored Content When most people hear the word “inflammation,” they think of it as being a bad thing. This is largely attributed to the symptoms one typically gets when an area of the body is inflamed. These include uncomfortable reactions such as pain, swelling, heat and redness. However, as the U.S. National Library of Medicine explains, although inflammation may not feel good in a physical sense, it actually serves a valuable purpose.

9 health benefits of infrared saunas you can’t pass up

Reading Time: 5 minutesSponsored Content Far, middle and near-infrared wavelengths are all part of the broad infrared healing wavelength spectrum. These wavelengths penetrate soft tissue up to an inch and a half, warming the body and opening blood vessels in a process called “vasodilation.” Infrared is so safe it is regularly used in hospitals to keep newborn babies warm. Infrared and infrared saunas have been researched and studied for decades.

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Reading Time: 2 minutesFor the 22nd year, Chiropractic Economics magazine is conducting its Annual Fees and Reimbursements Survey. This is a vital tool for gauging the health of the chiropractic profession and the strength of doctors’ practices.

Professional endurance athlete Colin O’Brady breaks another world record, credits chiropractic care for optimal performance

Reading Time: 2 minutesOn July 19, professional endurance athlete Colin O’Brady broke another world record: He conquered 50 peaks in 21 days. The previous world record was 41 days. O’Brady credits chiropractic care for his body’s ability to meet the rigorous challenge of climbing the U.S. highest peaks.

FDA issues market clearance for Erchonia’s FX 635 laser for chronic low back pain

Reading Time: 2 minutesErchonia Corporation announces another successful clinical trial that has resulted in the granting of FDA 510(k) market clearance for chronic low back pain of musculoskeletal origin. This is another first for Erchonia, which started the low level laser category in January 2002.

USA Tug-Of-War team opens training center on campus

Reading Time: 2 minutesJuly 16, 2018—USA Tug-Of-War, the national organization for the national amateur tug-of-war team that competes across the country and around the world, will locate its training and conditioning center on the campus of Northwestern Health Sciences University, officials of the group and the school announced today. “Having the USA Tug-Of-War team move their training site […]

Sherman College to host symposium focused on human-animal bond

Reading Time: 3 minutesIn anticipation of the 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games in nearby Tryon, NC, Sherman College will host its first annual Spinal Health Symposium on Thursday, September 20, with a special focus on the human-animal bond.

Progressive Laboratories, Inc. announces Informed-Choice manufacturing site certification

Reading Time: 1 minuteProgressive Labs, Inc., a Texas-based manufacturer of dietary and nutritional supplements, is proud to announce that their facility has been inspected and met the requirements and standards of Informed-Choice and Informed-Sport, and has been listed as an Informed-Choice Certified Manufacturing Site.

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3 strategies for taking the anxiety out of doing new things

Reading Time: 3 minutesComfort zones are like double-edged swords. While they feel great when you are in them, partly because everything is a relative known and there is a sense of stability, if you don’t step out of them every once in a while, you’ll fail to grow. Consequently, you won’t reach your maximum potential or get the opportunity to experience the excitement that living outside “the zone” has to offer. For some, the idea of stepping beyond an area of comfortability is anathema.

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