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Temporal Trends and Geographic Variations in the Supply of Clinicians Who Provide Spinal Manipulation to Medicare Beneficiaries: A Serial Cross-Sectional Study

ChiroOrg

Chiro.Org Blog: Most clinicians who bill for SM services to Medicare beneficiaries are chiropractors. Since SM is recommended for first-line treatment of low back pain, adequate access to SM is needed to provide equitable spine care for older US adults. The supply of Medicare-active SM providers varies widely by state.

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Top Chiropractic Research from 2024: Elevating Evidence-Based Care

ChiroUp

As chiropractors, were fortunate to work in a field supported by an ever-growing body of chiro research that supports our profession. This blog distills key findings and themes from this years chiropractic studies, spotlighting the benefits of spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) and other chiropractic interventions. 4) Fink et al.

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Discover How Atlanta Chiropractors Provide Sciatica Relief

Any Spine

In this article, I will share effective treatment strategies and techniques offered by Atlanta chiropractors to address sciatica related irritation. Spinal manipulation is essential for addressing pressure on the sciatic nerve, while customized exercise programs promote strength and prevention.

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What is dry needling and why is it so popular?

Chiropractic Economics

He argued that misalignments of the spine, and consequently the extremities, impair this intrinsic capacity and result in disease. 1,2,5 Spinal manipulation restores motion in the treated segment or segments and activates peripheral nerves by reestablishing spinal integrity and mobility.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

ChiroUp

Test Description: The patient is instructed to reach behind their back and slide their extended thumb as high up the spine as possible. The clinician then measures active shoulder internal rotation by noting the highest thoracic spinal level the patient can touch. Should I Refer a Patient to an Orthopedist?

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Chiropractic Care For Premenstrual Low Back Pain

Beecher Chiropractic

Clear Lake Chiropractor Comments: One of the benefits of chiropractic care that most people do not talk about is the ability to help reduce or eliminate premenstrual low back pain and cramps. They use spinal manipulation(adjustments) and other techniques to restore proper spinal alignment and function.

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Chiropractor vs Physical Therapist: Which One Is Right For You?

Oviedo Chiropractic

Let’s compare a chiropractor vs physical therapist to help you decide which is best for you. You can see a traditional doctor for a prescription (and risk any number of unpleasant side effects), a chiropractor, or a physical therapist. Pain is pain, right? Does it matter who treats it? That car accident did a number on your body.