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Congress reintroduces Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act

Chiropractic Economics

The Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act, bipartisan legislation that would increase patient access to Medicare-covered services provided by doctors of chiropractic, was reintroduced Jan. The Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act ( H.R. 16 in both the US House and US Senate.

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The benefits of treating chronic knee pain

Chiropractic Economics

Despite the prevalence of chronic knee pain, which affects approximately 25% of adults, there is still a significant demand from patients for new treatment options. The quadriceps muscles play a critical role in knee stability, patient satisfaction, functional status and surgical treatment outcomes.

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Chiropractic Care to Treat & Prevent Sports Injuries

Canadian Chiropractic Association

Proper warm-ups, form techniques, and appropriate equipment can significantly reduce the risks of injury, but accidents and underlying conditions can still lead to issues requiring treatment from healthcare professionals. Chiropractors, as joint, muscle and nervous system experts, can help prevent and manage sports-related injuries.

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Back Pain Keeping You Up At Night?

Beecher Chiropractic

They are worried that it is something serious and hopeful that it requires a simple treatment. What I have found in my 36 years as a Doctor of Chiropractic is that it is usually somewhere in the middle. on your stomach or with an overly arched back) can strain your back muscles and joints.

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Does your EHR system help or hurt you?

Chiropractic Economics

Insurance carriers increasingly target doctors of chiropractic, exploiting vulnerabilities often found in chiropractic electronic health record (EHR) systems. Such patterns attract scrutiny and undermine the perceived legitimacy of the treatment provided.

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Ankle sprains as peripheral and central injuries

Chiropractic Economics

These insights carry important implications for doctors of chiropractic (DCs), doctors of physical therapy (DPTs), athletic trainers (ATCs) and orthopedic surgeons, all of whom collaborate in designing and delivering both conservative and surgical interventions that emphasize a more holistic recovery path. Proprioceptive system.

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Chiropractic FAQs: What to Know Before Your First Visit

Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

After evaluating your condition, your chiropractor will explain their findings and recommend a personalized treatment plan. How long does a chiropractic appointment take? ​Initial visits usually take about 45–60 minutes to allow time for consultation and assessment. At what age is it safe to start receiving chiropractic?