Texas Chiropractic Association enrolls in F4CP group membership
January 6, 2017
The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP), the voice of the chiropractic profession, celebrates today the enrollment of Texas Chiropractic Association (TCA) in Group Membership. This impressive level of support enables the F4CP and its active doctors of chiropractic (DCs) to work toward its mission: positive press for chiropractic. “Through Group Membership, TCA’s members have access to campaign deliverables that will help to further educate patients and residents of their local communities about the benefits of chiropractic care,” says Jeff Jenkins, executive director, TCA.
Mediterranean Diet could save your brain, study finds
January 6, 2017
A Mediterranean diet that's loaded with fresh vegetables, fruit and the occasional drink could help preserve your brain into old age, It's the latest in a series of studies showing that a healthy diet can preserve health, including brain health. This study, published in the journal Neurology, found that people in their mid-70s who ate a Mediterranean-style diet lost less brain mass than people who ate a diet more typical of their native Scotland.
D’Youville names new president
January 6, 2017
The D’Youville College Board of Trustees has named Lorrie Clemo, Ph.D., as the new president of the College. Clemo will succeed Sister Denise A. Roche, Ph.D., a Grey Nun of the Sacred Heart, whose 37-year tenure ended with her retirement on June 30, 2016. Clemo, on leave from her role as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) at the State University of New York (SUNY) College at Oswego, is currently directing the First in the World Program.
Holiday hangover: A detox plan that every patient needs
January 6, 2017
The winter holiday season is a time to share fun, warmth, and gifts with friends and family. It is also the time to share an abundance of food and drink. Unfortunately, much of that food and drink can be overly laden with sugar, fat, carbohydrates, and alcohol, all of which will eventually catch up with your patients after the last of the Christmas cookies have been eaten and the final bottle of New Year’s champagne has been finished off. Learn some suggestions you can offer to your patients to get them started on their detox program.
John P. Troup, PhD, announced as vice president of clinical science, education and innovation
January 6, 2017
Standard Process Inc., manufacturer of whole food nutrient solutions for the healthcare professional market, announced today the hire of John P. Troup, PhD, to be its vice president of clinical science, education and innovation. In this newly created position, Troup will be responsible for providing leadership and direction for new product development and scientific validation of products and practices and significant education advances for clinicians and patients.
Northeast Ohio Academy of Chiropractic improves the chiropractic law in Ohio
January 5, 2017
The Northeast Ohio Academy of Chiropractic was successful in improving and clarifying the Ohio chiropractic scope of practice with the passage of House Bill 276 (HB 276). The NOAC is a volunteer organization that was established in 1969. The primary objective of our organization is to protect chiropractors rights to practice. HB 276, sponsored by Representative Kirk Schuring, was passed unanimously by both the Ohio Senate and House.
What are the biggest challenges for EHR in 2017?
January 5, 2017
As the new year begins, significant challenges still plague EHR in 2017. As vendors and clinic staff make EHR systems a more significant aspect of healthcare, these challenges may become weaknesses that damage the usefulness of EHR software in the short run. EHR software still has significant opportunity ahead to improve efficiency, provide better access to healthcare information, and offer higher-quality care. The biggest challenge in 2017 will be fulfilling these promises.
The revolution is here: Foot Levelers introduces the kiosk
January 5, 2017
2017 marks Foot Levelers’ 65th year in business, and the beginning of our most exciting year yet. To celebrate 65 years of relieving pain, improving outcomes, and serving the profession, we’re unveiling a game-changer: the Foot Levelers Kiosk. Doctors all over the nation are lining up to reserve this incredible innovation, which will be ready to ship on Valentine’s Day (February 14). Join the revolution and show your patients you’re on the cutting edge of care.
[Quiz] Are you educated on anxiety
January 4, 2017
More and more people are suffering from anxiety and other conditions. As a DC, do you know enough about anxiety to help your patients?
Consider incorporating yoga into your chiropractic rehabilitation
January 4, 2017
Chiropractic can help alleviate many problems including back and neck pain as well as headaches and other chronic conditions. Similarly, practicing yoga offers benefits related to flexibility, muscle strength, energy, balance, overall physical health, enhanced athletic performance, and protection from injury, as well as mental health perks. Separately, each modality helps restore and maintain good health, but what might the two protocols together accomplish?
EuroMedica partners with Emerson Ecologics for exclusive product distribution
December 30, 2016
EuroPharma has announced a new, exclusive product distribution arrangement with Emerson Ecologics, beginning January 1, 2017. While EuroMedica will continue to offer technical support and help answer product questions, all existing accounts will be automatically set up at Emerson for medical professionals to begin placing orders on the first day of January.
Why practice branding your equipment has it’s advantages
December 29, 2016
In order to make a cohesive statement about what your practice really stands for, it is vital to have an overall brand that is reflected in everything that your practice touches, from the logo, to the website, to the office décor, to staff uniforms. Everything in your office must project the same message to your patients. In fact, you can even have your equipment and instruments project that same message. Let’s look first at why it is important to have a brand for your practice.
