[Case Study] Chiropractic’s influence on panic attacks
January 25, 2017
If you have patients with any type of anxiety disorder, you likely know how devastating it can be for them. An anxiety attack can be set in motion by the smallest thing or, in some cases, without any seemingly identifiable trigger. In fact, anxiety disorders are the most common mental issue facing Americans, affecting approximately 40 million adults, or 18 percent of the population. The good news, however, is that there has been some intriguing research showing that chiropractic can actually help reduce symptoms of panic attacks.
A first-timer’s guide to using a PEMF device
January 24, 2017
Sponsored Content | I had talked to several people who had gotten PEMF therapy and had an idea of how it worked. But something this interesting warranted more investigation. PEMF therapy devices have made astonishing positive impacts on the health of people with varying ailments or conditions. There happened to be a local chiropractor who was using the technology in his practice, so I made an appointment I could get a closer look at his PEMF device.
The use of transcranial low level laser therapy for the management of mild traumatic brain injury
January 24, 2017
Clinical Concerns | Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) and concussion syndromes have been a subject of increasing interest in both medicine and the media. As neuromuscular specialists, chiropractors see a significant percentage of a patient population with a history of traumatic head and neck injuries resulting in mTBI. These practitioners are uniquely positioned to diagnose and treat this health problem. Post-mTBI care, however, is plagued by limited treatment modalities.
7 spine-friendly resolutions for your patients in 2017
January 24, 2017
2017 could be the start of helping your patients push the reset button on that one goal they’ve struggled with all year long — making their health a priority. Staying healthy and avoiding back pain is perhaps the most important resolution your patients can make. This time of year can provide your practice with a prime promotional platform to educate them about back health, while elevating your brand in the process. To get you started, here are 7 simple steps to help your patients reduce their pain.
A change in leadership at the Chiropractic Summit
January 23, 2017
In Focus | About seven years ago, we interviewed Lewis J. Bazakos, DC, about his role as chairman of the Chiropractic Summit. At that time, we gave readers a look at how the Summit works to achieve unity and consensus among the various constituencies within the profession. As of November 10, 2016, Bazakos has retired from his position and we thought it would be a good idea to catch up and collect his parting thoughts on what amounts to nearly a decade of service to the organization.
How DCs can offer help to headache and migraine sufferers
January 20, 2017
Feature | Headaches. Just about everyone has experienced them at some point, and many people are afflicted with them on a recurring basis.The popular solution when confronted with a headache is to opt for a quick fix in the form of a pill, an approach that follows an alarming nationwide trend of opioid overuse and abuse. Fortunately, chiropractors are adopting treatment strategies that rely less on medication to address the pain and more on a holistic approach that seeks out and corrects the root of the problem.
Book review: ‘Inside-Out Health’ by Robert Silverman, DC
January 20, 2017
In this concise text, Robert Silverman, DC, shares what he has learned about nutrition in a manner that’s readily accessible to the layperson and professional alike. He is eminently qualified to address this subject, given his extensive experience with clinical nutrition and his numerous certifications and diplomates that underpin his advanced studies in this area. He was also named ACA’s Sports Chiropractor of the Year in 2015. Each chapter of Inside-Out Health tackles a health issue that Silverman has found to be among the most common he sees. By extension, then, most readers should find his strategies to be directly applicable in their own practices.
California Jam announces main sponsor of February event
January 20, 2017
California Jam (Cal Jam) is proud to announce Standard Process as the main sponsor of their 10th annual event, which takes place February 24th-26th, 2017 in at the Segerstrom Center of the Arts in Costa Mesa, California. California Jam is partnering with Standard Process to produce a three-day celebration of health, natural solutions, and chiropractic care. The event itself boasts industry-leading exhibitors, an unprecedented professional production team, and live classic rock.
ACA offers resources to help DCs comply with new Medicare payment changes
January 19, 2017
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) encourages doctors of chiropractic (DCs) to take advantage of new resources to help them understand and comply with recent significant changes to the way providers are paid under Medicare. The changes went into effect on Jan. 1 and are the result of the Medicare and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA), which requires eligible providers to participate in a Quality Payment Program (QPP).
The benefits of [gentle] chiropractic adjustments
January 19, 2017
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, nearly one out of every five Americans (18 percent) has an anxiety disorder. Fortunately for these individuals, many studies have found that chiropractic can often help reduce the feelings of unease and nervousness associated with anxiety-related disorders. However, it’s not just manual chiropractic that helps effectively lower patient fear and angst. It is also chiropractic that involves the use of instruments to aid in the adjustments.
Activator Methods launches 50th anniversary year
January 18, 2017
Activator Methods International (AMI) is pleased to announce that 2017 marks the 50th anniversary of the invention of the Activator Method technique and the innovative development of the Activator adjusting instruments. “It has been a remarkable and wonderful experience to watch the Activator Method receive worldwide acceptance,” said Arlan W. Fuhr, DC, co‐founder of the Activator Method and founder of Activator Methods International, Ltd.
Why the size of your chiropractic practice may determine your EHR
January 18, 2017
Whether your practice is big or small, studies support using EHR to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and improve patient experiences at your practice. Depending on the size of your practice, however, you may have different needs. Not all EHR users are the same. Your practice deserves to have a customized solution that fits your practice and your patients. Find out how you can implement a system that works for you.
