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The future of chiropractic: How can we address issues and evolve the profession?

Chiropractic Economics

Both professions treat musculoskeletal conditions, yet as physical therapists increasingly integrate manual therapy and joint manipulation, the distinction between the two is becoming less clear to the public. A patient seeking a musculoskeletal approach should be able to find a musculoskeletal-focused provider easily.

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Superficial vs deep dry needling

Chiropractic Economics

This allows you to incorporate DDN into your treatment plans for musculoskeletal dysfunction and myofascial pain, where deeper lesions may result in more advantageous outcomes. Chiropractic treatment plans integrating dry needling with manipulation and therapeutic exercise approaches seem particularly effective in optimizing patient care.

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Pain management through improved ergonomics

Chiropractic Economics

Pain, especially musculoskeletal pain, is a widespread issue affecting people in both their personal and professional lives. The role of ergonomics in musculoskeletal painmanagement Ergonomics focuses on creating environments that accommodate the human bodys natural movements and postures, reducing strain on muscles, joints and tendons.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

Spinal stability is a cornerstone of musculoskeletal health and functional movement. DCs play a pivotal role in assessing and enhancing spinal stability through manual therapies, corrective exercises and patient education. Example: Planks, bird-dog exercises. transverse abdominis, multifidus). Progressions are key to success.

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Expand the scope of chiropractic care

Chiropractic Economics

For DCs, whose focus is primarily on musculoskeletal health, spinal care and overall wellness, this shift offers opportunities to enhance their patients outcomes through noninvasive and holistic treatment options. Accessed January 10, 2025. Accessed January 8, 2025. Int J Mol Sci. 2021;22(14):7302. Shannon S, et al.

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PCP Referrals to Chiropractors: What the Top Clinics Are Doing Differently

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Attitudes towards chiropractic: a survey of Canadian sport and exercise medicine physicians. 2025 May 20;33:19. BMC family practice. 2021 Dec;22:1-0. Borody C, DArcy J, Waters J, Leung M, Busse J. Chiropractic & Manual Therapies. McCann J, Phillips RL, Green LA, Fryer GE. Graham Center One-Pager #28.

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The benefits of treating chronic knee pain

Chiropractic Economics

It can also aid in rehabilitation, allowing patients to perform prescribed rehabilitation exercises with less pain. Benefits of intermittent vibration in chiropractic care As a DC, you focus your care on treating musculoskeletal disorders with holistic approaches.

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