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Chiropractic research trends and current hotspots

Chiropractic Economics

These pieces of research tell us which manipulative techniques work for which conditions, how different demographics of patients may respond to a specific treatment and more. Fast forward to 2015 to today and the top trending keywords include quality of life, musculoskeletal pain , chronic pain, and skills.

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Heat vs. Cold Therapy: Which is Best for Musculoskeletal Injuries

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Understanding the benefits of ice and heat therapy can significantly impact a patient's healing journey. 2,18) When using an ice pack, patients may progressively feel cold, followed by burning, aching, and finally numbness (CBAN). Such strategies can not only enhance patient comfort but also promote long-term healing.

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Parker University radiologic technology student helps save ER patient’s life

Chiropractic Economics

Michael Rose (third from right, holding certificate), a Parker University radiologic technology student, received many accolades for the lifesaving CPR he helped deliver to a patient at Methodist Richardson Medical Center. It was the first time Rose had ever done CPR on a live patient.

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Heat or Ice AFTER Manual Therapy: Revisiting the Evidence for Optimal Recovery

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1-3) When To Use ICE Therapy In a neck pain trial, patients received cervical mobilizations with cryotherapy; after 5 weeks, pain and disability improved significantly. Still, exceptions exist based on individual patient responses. 2015 Jan 2;127(1):57-65. Want to learn more about heat vs. ice? Practice With Confidence Today!

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F4CP President Sherry McAllister to receive Beatrice B. Hagen Award

Chiropractic Economics

Past Hagen Award winners include Kristina Petrocco-Napuli, DC, MS, DHPE (23), FICC, FACC (2024) ; Claire Johnson, DC, MSEd, PhD, DACBSP, FICC (2023); Christine Goertz, DC, PhD (2021); Jean Moss, DC, MBA (2018); Michelle Maiers, DC, MPH, PhD (2017); Sharon Valone, DC, FICCP (2016); and Donna Mannello, DC (87) (2015).

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5 Time-Saving Hacks Every Chiropractor Needs to Do

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Between treating patients, handling admin work, marketing, keeping up with research, and ensuring your schedule isnt a complete disaster, there just arent enough hours in the day. But what if you could reclaim some of that precious time without sacrificing patient care? A smoother, faster check-in process for patients and staff.

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Is Your Chiropractic Non-compete Agreement Enforceable? Current Issues For Chiropractors To Consider With Restrictive Covenants

The Strategic Chiropractor

After all, you don’t have to look far to find examples of chiropractors who started out as associates, learned the ropes under the patient mentoring and tutelage of an experienced doc, and then opened up across the street. Some even depart with a portion of the patient base.