Coronavirus (COVID-19)
This section is a resource of information on coronavirus (COVID-19) to help chiropractors stay on top of the global pandemic, and to support clinics large and small with updated news on treatment, nutrition, business and government/sources of loan support.
Center for Disease Control: Reopening Guidelines
This guidance is intended for all Americans, whether you own a business, run a school, or want to ensure the cleanliness and safety of your home. Reopening America requires all of us to move forward together by practicing social distancing and other daily habits to reduce our risk of exposure to the virus that causes COVID-19. For more info click here.
Reopening: States Tracker
To monitor the response of state and local governments to the coronavirus, we created a COVID-19 State and Local Policy Dashboard that provides a quick and easy reference to updates and information issued by state and key local agencies and policymakers (updated daily).
Small Business Administration
SBA’s Office of Disaster Assistance will coordinate with the state’s or territory’s governor to submit the request for Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance. Learn more at SBA.gov/disaster
Addressing Long COVID: $386 billion cost, 7% of U.S. adults suffering symptoms
As COVID-19 infection rates continue to fluctuate, medical experts, economists and business leaders are focusing greater attention on Long Covid.[...]
Know the communication between innate and adaptive immunity for wellness patients
In a lack of communication between innate and adaptive immunity, the innate immune system can continue creating inflammation while the[...]
Possible blood test on the horizon to pinpoint patients at risk for long COVID or long-hauler syndrome
"Long COVID," or COVID-19 symptoms remaining six months after an initial infection, remains very much a mystery. Despite research over[...]
New research regarding low vitamin d in patients and infection and reinfection rate of COVID-19
Several of these studies connected vitamin D deficiency and insufficiency not only with COVID infection, but also with an increase[...]
Hemp to prevent COVID? New study shows cannabinoid acids prevent the virus from entering human cells
Researchers at Oregon State University (OSU) say they have invented a technique via chemical screening that shows the ability of[...]
Strategies and protocols for long haul COVID symptoms
You can’t control the virus, but you can control the host when treating long haul COVID symptoms The CENTERS FOR[...]
World Federation of Chiropractic: Omicron Variant Update
DECEMBER 2021 UPDATE ON WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION (WHO) CURRENT KNOWLEDGE ABOUT OMICRON Scientists are working to better understand the Omicron[...]
Top 5 2021 COVID and Immunity Articles from Chiropractic Economics
With COVID and immunity, 'conventional medicine only takes some COVID-19 survivors and especially 'long haulers' so far.' This year was[...]
The viral link between COVID, gut health and immunity
Optimal gastrointestinal function can solidify gut health and immunity, potentially making one's gut a stronger contender against viruses such as[...]
How the pandemic has changed patient behavior and anticipating an end of COVID-19
While many patients have returned with an end of COVID-19 harsh restrictions, some remain apprehensive When the COVID-19 pandemic first[...]
Chiropractors have until Oct. 26 to apply for American Rescue Plan Phase 4 funding
Offering funds that do not have to be repaid if properly utilized, chiropractors across the U.S. have until Oct. 26,[...]
COVID has changed patient communication preferences
Patients have heightened expectations after pandemic conveniences that have changed traditional communication preferences The COVID-19 pandemic created numerous non-contact communication[...]
Wellness Wednesday: COVID pushes patient wellness to the center of health care
In Wellness Wednesday news, researchers and health care experts are learning more about COVID-19 every day -- as are their[...]
A virtual waiting room could be vital for chiropractic in a COVID world
Photo by Direct Media on StockSnap In a virtual waiting room patients can wait in their car until they receive a text when they[...]
Filing for disability due to COVID has gotten messy
For chiropractors, filing for disability due to COVID now presents a number of hoops to jump through Did you make[...]
Improve your immune system with diet, augmented by chiropractic care
When a spinal nerve root is compressed and irritated it stresses the nervous system -- a combination of diet and[...]
COVID Round-Up: Coronavirus airborne?; adapting to digital patient care; most transmission by non-symptom carriers
WHO confirms there's 'emerging evidence' of airborne transmission of coronavirus The World Health Organization confirmed there is "emerging evidence"[...]
Vitamin D deficiency and increased virus risk for patients
Vitamin D deficiency produces a number of issues, and some evidence shows vitamin D may protect people from COVID-19 Vitamin[...]
Omega-3 fatty acids for reduced inflammation, brain and immunity health
Omega-3 fatty acids are your body’s natural anti-inflammatory, helping to get rid of inflammation and thereby pain and a higher[...]
COVID-19 Round-up: New variant, chiropractic telehealth, more
Coronavirus Makes Cells Grow Tentacles, Microscopic Images Reveal Microscopic images released by scientists show how the coronavirus which causes COVID-19[...]
Obesity, diabetes and immune system: improving function during COVID for patients
Now is the time to strengthen immunity and improve overall wellness for patients in regard to obesity, diabetes and immune[...]
Coronavirus Webinar: The Challenges of Moving from Mitigation to Recovery and Reopening
A one-hour Wellness Master Class webinar, “Coronavirus: The Challenges of Moving from Mitigation to Recovery and Reopening," will be held[...]
‘Summer of COVID’ expert webinar: transcript
On the subject of COVID-19 the wide-ranging discussion of interest to all health care workers included "universal masking," a national[...]
Collaborative, community chiropractic care: essential and working together during COVID
Collaborative care and an opportunity for community chiropractic teamwork during the COVID-19 crisis The covid-19 pandemic has raised meaningful discussion[...]
Webinar: Working with fitness, mind-body patients during COVID-19
For chiropractors dealing with COVID-19 who work with rehab, fitness or the mind-body connection with patients, the GWS Global Wellness[...]
COVID-19 Round-up: Second Wave Coming? New Drug Cuts Death Risk
Coronavirus: Dexamethasone proves first life-saving drug A cheap and widely available drug can help save the lives of patients seriously[...]
Telehealth liability during a pandemic: advice from a health care attorney
Telehealth liability can differ from state to state, as can some aspects of documentation that need to be entirely digital[...]
Why you have a unique immune system and how to complement immune system function
Everyone has a unique immune system, and everyone should also include an immunity-boosting diet to complement immune system function along[...]
Free Webinars: Doctors Leading in the Next Normal; Reopening Spas
The Global Wellness Summit is hosting two free webinars this week and on demand for doctors and health care workers,[...]
COVID-19 Round-up: Another relief package in July; virome webinar; more
GOP Senate leader says next coronavirus relief package expected in July The next relief package aimed at responding to the[...]
Telehealth benefits transform from convenient to necessary during COVID
Telehealth benefits to patients continue to rise during uncertain times for social-distancing measures and future pandemic outbreaks One of the[...]
Free Global Wellness Webinars: COVID-19 and healthy eating, self care, more
The Global Wellness Summit is offering three free webinars this week, live and on-demand, on COVID-19 and the future of[...]
Online learning tips for college students making the transition
Online learning tips for students to build confidence in navigating the online environment and taking advantage of the resources your[...]
Branding yourself and your practice in times of COVID
If not already, you can focus on rebranding or branding yourself as a health care professional that can help patients[...]
COVID-19 news round-up: New PPP forgiveness, DC colleges look to open, more
New York Chiropractic College PPP forgiveness changes coming for small businesses as Senate passes House bill The U.S. Senate passed[...]
Perform an overall wellness check for patients during COVID-19
A wellness check for patients includes diet, immune system strength, exercise, and stress management in addition to spine and chiropractic[...]
Free COVID, insurance denials blogs and webinars for chiropractors
ChiroHealthUSA is hosting a free upcoming webinar and blog for doctors of chiropractic on navigating insurance denials, and a new[...]
F4CP COVID-19 practice recovery and enhancing health resources
The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP) has released member and free non-member resources for chiropractors ramping-up their practices after the[...]
Digital transformation trends for health care, chiropractic in age of COVID
Forecasting digital transformation trends for health care, impacted by COVID-19, through next year The chiropractic profession, and health care in[...]
Chiropractor in the field: keeping calm during a pandemic for patients, staff
For DCs, keeping calm during a pandemic or time of social upheaval has both personal and leadership aspects that covers[...]
June 3 Webinar: Shred Your Crisis Communications Plan — Solutions for PR and Marketing in a Pandemic
The Global Wellness Summit will present the free webinar "Shred Your Crisis Communications Plan -- Solutions for PR and Marketing[...]
Multi Radiance Medical announces start of non-pharmaceutical clinical trial using photobiomodulation to treat intubated COVID-19 patients
As treatment for coronavirus (COVID-19) becomes a global priority, researchers in Brazil are conducting a clinical trial using Multi Radiance[...]
COVID-19 news round-up: DC resources, impact, long-term forecasts
Helpful COVID-19 clinical resources for doctors, chiropractors Integrative Practitioner shares general, clinical and practice management resources updated daily including: CDC[...]
Free chiropractic ‘Practice Kickstart Program’ for post-COVID success
For a limited time for doctors of chiropractic The Optimal Health Coaching System is offering four videos for free from[...]
Webinar: digital marketing to partner with doctors after COVID-19
While some doctors are overwhelmingly busy due to the COVID-19 pandemic, others currently have far more time available than usual.[...]
COVID-19 marketing resources: free data personalization webinar, new Google help
Google Adds New Listing of Resources to Help Businesses Manage Campaigns During COVID-19 Google has created a new, centralized hub[...]
Free chiropractic webinars: working with MDs, content marketing, improving business fundamentals
ChiroHealthUSA has released new free webinars for June on working with doctors, addressing medical lien agreements and growing practices. June[...]
COVID-19 Round-up: chiropractic webinar; 11 questions we still can’t answer
11 questions about the coronavirus we still can’t answer There are some things we know about the coronavirus and the[...]
Free Chiros Ignite Summit features 16 DCs, $30K in prizes in COVID Recovery Challenge
Limited spots are available for the free Chiros Ignite 30 day COVID Recovery Challenge, a webinar summit for doctors of[...]
Free DC Webinar ‘Back to Better: The 5 Things You Don’t Know That Can Hurt You and Cost You’
Join ChiroHealthUSA for the free webinar, 'Back to Better: The 5 Things You Don't Know That Can Hurt You and[...]
Coronavirus updates, COVID-19 myths and chiropractic practice
Given the current environment of anti-science and conspiracies, there is considerable misinformation circulating on causes, treatments, drugs, and vitamins regarding[...]
New paper released, ‘Chiropractic in the COVID-19 Pandemic Era’
Clinical Compass has released the paper "Chiropractic in the COVID-19 Pandemic Era" as a pragmatic guidance for doctors of chiropractic,[...]
Telemedicine CPT code compliance
A look at some of the unique telemedicine CPT code usage and documentation requirements that come with telemedicine or telehealth[...]
Chiropractic Economics Point-Counterpoint: How to survive COVID-19
Chiropractic Economics’ Point-Counterpoint is where doctors of chiropractic and health care industry professionals debate the industry’s hottest topics. This issue:[...]
Coronavirus news weekly wrap: ‘happy hypoxia,’ new webinars for DCS, potential new strain
'Happy hypoxia': unusual coronavirus effect baffles doctors It is a mystery that has left doctors questioning the basic tenets of[...]
Embracing the benefits of telemedicine as a chiropractor
The benefits of telemedicine meetings offer a convenient, functional workaround for chronic-pain sufferers and keeps patients on track Chiropractors are[...]
Free videos for chiropractors to reverse patient drop-off from COVID-19
Brad Glowaki, DC, through Level Up is offering three free videos for doctors of chiropractic looking for an extra edge[...]
Free chiropractic webinar: Improving Your Health and Immunity
A free one-hour chiropractic webinar, "Improving Your Health and Immunity" is being offered by Web Exercises Academy featuring Robert Silverman,[...]
One-hour free webinar ‘Turning Adversity Into Action’ Wednesday from Global Wellness Summit
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) will conduct a free Master Class, “Turning Adversity into Action: Operation Mask-lift,” on Wednesday, May[...]
10 tips to complement immune system function
You have many solutions you can recommend to your patients so they have a plan to complement immune system function[...]
COVID-19 weekly news round-up: testing news; WFC chiropractic statement, more
Fauci says needed U.S. level of testing a month or more away U.S. Coronavirus Task Force member and doctor Anthony[...]
Free ‘Coronavirus Chiropractic Practice Strategy’ Webinar
A free one-hour chiropractic webinar, "Coronavirus Chiropractic Practice Strategy," is being offered by Web Exercises Academy featuring Mark Studin, DC.[...]
President passes $370 billion relief for chiropractors, small business owners, applications open
A $484 billion coronavirus relief package was passed into law on Friday by President Trump to support small business owners[...]
Kentucky, lone state to close chiropractic, will conditionally reopen offices on Monday
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear released information on a Phase I health care services reopening plan this week that includes chiropractic[...]
Coronavirus round-up: New hydroxychloroquine news; Neurocon and upcoming DC webinars
Study says hydroxychloroquine ineffective against COVID-19, increases risk of cardiac death Hydroxychloroquine, a drug widely touted by President Trump for[...]
Is COVID-19 ‘No different from flu strains?’ Facts for your patients
One of the most important questions your patients may have is about the difference between COVID-19 and the standard seasonal[...]
More chiropractic, small business loans possibly this week with $484 relief bill
On Tuesday the U.S. Senate approved a second COVID-19 relief bill for $484 billion that is expected be signed by[...]
Medicare payments to chiropractors coming from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The International Chiropractors Association (ICA) reminded chiropractors this week in a video announcement that the U.S. Department of Health and[...]
Upcoming free COVID-19, loan forgiveness webinars for chiropractors
Addressing COVID-19 and practices, marketing during this time, getting business rolling after COVID-19 and more, ChiroHealthUSA is offering six upcoming[...]
Zinc deficiency test and the coronavirus
While it's not a COVID-19 cure, studies show a zinc deficiency test can help bring your body up to par[...]
COVID-19 Round-up: What the summer could bring; rural upswing; vaccine updates
Deadly trends in rural U.S. counties shown by enhanced COVID-19 map Perception Health, a provider of market-predictive intelligence for the[...]
2020 Survival Guide for Chiropractic Billing
Physicians Specialty Services has developed a 2020 Survival Guide for Chiropractic Billing, listing assistance programs, coding information and more. Assistance[...]
3 foods that can boost your immune system during virus season
There are other ways to naturally boost the immune system, such as getting sufficient sleep, keeping anxiety at bay, and[...]
Small business economic relief opportunities from the COVID-19 CARES Act
The U.S. Senate unanimously passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act of 2020 on March 25, with[...]
Using your EHR data: keep patients informed and engaged
A majority of EHR data capabilities are geared toward you, the doctor. This includes a number of communications options to[...]
Durable medical equipment (DME) rules rolled back during COVID-19, applications being accepted
Another COVID-19 roll-back in regulations occurred this month in the chiropractic industry as the Trump administration has waived former rules[...]
The coronavirus infection mechanism and impact on inflammation
Once the virus binds to an ACE2 receptor it is brought into the cell via endocytosis where it can then[...]
Inflammation’s role and the need for more COVID-19 coronavirus testing
Coronavirus testing also tracks infectious rates, lethality, differential infectivity, identifies carriers and allows us to project more accurate outcomes In[...]
States removing limitations for chiropractic distance-based continuing education
Seven states have removed limitations on distance-based learning for the current renewal period for chiropractors. “I've been contacted by many[...]
Chiropractic leadership summit on care, nutrition during COVID-19: transcript highlights
Today’s Conversations on Leadership (TCL), a thought-leadership vehicle of Life University, has released a conversation moderated by Gerard W. Clum,[...]
Life University hosts dialogue on the COVID-19 global health crisis
On April 9, Today's Conversations on Leadership (TCL), a thought-leadership vehicle of Life University, released a conversation involving Heidi Haavik,[...]
COVID-19 news round-up: new CDC guidelines and vaccine testing; heart damage stats
CDC softens guidelines, Fauci targets possible fall season recovery The Trump administration and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) on[...]
Hero local chiropractors in the community during COVID-19
Local chiropractors during the COVID-19 pandemic are helping out in their local communities, contributing to local businesses and more Deemed[...]
NCMIC announces video, COVID-19 resources for doctors of chiropractic
The NCMIC insurance and financial products group has unveiled new resources for doctors or chiropractic dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic[...]
Chiropractic and bolstering a weak immune system: a report on the evidence amidst COVID-19
A new report from the International Chiropractors Association outlines evidence for chiropractic impacting a weak immune system, and a need[...]
During virus season improve immune system by shutting down stress
Individuals can improve immune system function by being cognizant of risk factors and following some basics of diet and sleep[...]
Using the SBA’s COVID-19 Paycheck Protection Program
The Paycheck Protection Program is a loan from the Small Business Administration designed to provide a direct incentive for small[...]
Telemedicine benefits: providing quality patient care in non-traditional ways
Telemedicine benefits include more than 70% of urgent illness conditions that can be taken care of with the help of[...]
Life University holds virtual commencement for College of Chiropractic graduates
On Friday, April 3, 2020, Life University conferred degrees upon 125 graduates of its prestigious College of Chiropractic in a unique[...]
Alliance for Regenerative Medicine to host FDA representatives for webinar on clinical trial guidance during COVID-19
On April 2, the Alliance for Regenerative Medicine (ARM) announced it will host a webinar on clinical trial guidance during[...]
Free Financial Health Professionals Small Business Guide
A free Financial Health Professionals Small Business Guide has been made available for download, offering financial advice for chiropractors and[...]
Free ‘drip education’ patient email marketing, SBA loan estimator for DCs from Cash Practice
Cash Practice is offering their Drip-Education Email System completely free of charge to all doctors of chiropractic who request it[...]
Chiropractic’s commitment to health care, relieving overburdened hospitals during COVID-19
I think we can all agree that we may not experience many more times like this in our professional careers.[...]
ICD 10 coding for chiropractic and what coders can learn from COVID-19
It is easy to forget the power of the diagnosis code in the world of health care in regard to[...]
Turn Into the Storm With Free ‘Business Survival Kit’
Native content provided by Sidecar A chiropractic business development and billing company is offering resources for doctors of chiropractic to survive[...]
Upcoming free COVID-19 webinars for chiropractors from ChiroHealthUSA
Addressing COVID-19 and practices, dealing with the chaos and government assistance, ChiroHealthUSA is offering three upcoming webinars for U.S. chiropractors:[...]
My Virtual Doc offers help for chiropractors during COVID-19 pandemic
Many patients have delayed care while they practice social distancing and abide by new state and federal stay-at-home laws. This[...]
Chiropractors deemed essential services by U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Christopher C. Krebs, director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) under the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, in[...]
Treasury secretary says U.S. small business loans available this Friday
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin on Monday said that small business loans included in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security[...]
NEW: Chiropractic tips for small business owners during coronavirus: the U.S. CARES Act
A multitude of tips for small business owners during coronavirus, including financial aid from the recently-approved U.S. CARES Act The[...]
Tokyo Olympics, chiropractic commercials postponed due to COVID-19 until 2021
The COVID-19 coronavirus has pushed back the start of the Tokyo Summer Olympics to 2021, including five chiropractic-promoting commercial placements[...]
Breaking News: Chiropractic and the new U.S. coronavirus relief bill breakdown
Adding to the Family First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCR) that became law earlier in March and the actions of the[...]
Expert COVID-19 panel on virus origins, emergency bill, front-line workers, more
The outlet Newswise yesterday held a live expert panel discussion on "some of the unique angles to the COVID-19 pandemic[...]
COVID-19 Chiropractic Updates: Emergency bill to U.S. House; WHO dashboard
In its third attempt the U.S. Senate on late Wednesday night passed a $2 trillion economic relief package, which combined[...]
Foot Levelers announces COVID-19 crisis webcasts, note from CEO
In addressing the COVID-19 crisis, Foot Levelers has announced two new webcasts for doctors of chiropractic, new webinars, and shared[...]
Patient communications: free crisis comm templates to reach patients and more
Since the COVID-19 virus was declared a pandemic, the announcement has impacted individuals and companies alike in many ways, and[...]
American Chiropractic Association urges senate support for DC financial relief — act now!
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) urges doctors of chiropractic around the country to contact their senators in the U.S. Congress[...]
Florida chiropractors exempt from COVID-19 unnecessary procedures order, says FCA
Clarifying the Florida governor's Executive Order 20-72, "Prohibiting Unnecessary, Non-Urgent or Non-Emergency Procedures or Surgeries, the Florida Chiropractic Association (FCA)[...]
Free ‘Calm Campaign’ for Chiropractors to Engage Patients
The free Calm Campaign has been introduced for chiropractors as a public service campaign for health care practices to stay[...]
SBA disaster relief, tax credits, rebates for chiropractors: more webinars
Addressing legislative issues and changes in states, ChiroHealthUSA is offering three upcoming webinars for U.S. chiropractors: SBA Disaster Relief/Tax Credits[...]
Advocate for chiropractic offices staying open during the COVID-19 coronavirus
Doctors of chiropractic and their patients are being called upon to contact state and national authorities to keep chiropractic offices[...]
Chiropractic Economics creates ‘Chiropractic Industry Relief Effort’ to combat COVID-19
Chiropractic Economics, with donations to the United Way, is launching the Chiropractic Industry Relief Effort, where a percentage of advertising[...]
Warning on malicious coronavirus maps, malware
In this time of the coronavirus spread and rampant internet searching for updated information, the Department of Health and Human[...]
Free coronavirus virtual summit AMI webinar on Friday
All chiropractors are invited to attend the free Advanced Medical Integration (AMI) online summit on Friday, March 20, 2020, to[...]
Two free on-demand COVID-19 webinars for chiropractic
Two free webinars and additional resources on taking care of yourself, patients and staff during the coronavirus epidemic ChiroHealthUSA is[...]
Small business help on the way for chiropractic clinics and businesses
The Small Business Administration, Facebook and other sources are offering small business help amidst the coronavirus pandemic Small businesses across[...]
Coronavirus and chiropractic guide: a patient conversation starter
A coronavirus and chiropractic guide that DCs can use as a conversation springboard The fast-spreading coronavirus (COVID-19) is sidelining workers[...]
Coronavirus and chiropractic: nutrition for avoiding, recovering
Eating poorly can make you ill, and eating poorly while ill can drag an illness into extra days or longer.[...]
Patient health, flu myths, and signs of a strong immune system
Illustration by Dan Page Signs of a strong immune system include patients eating right, maintaining a healthy lifestyle and getting[...]
