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ACA recognizes outstanding contributions to chiropractic with 2025 Annual Awards

Chiropractic Economics

The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) presented its 2025 Annual Awards last week during its annual meeting in Washington, D.C. The awards recognized doctors of chiropractic and other individuals for their exceptional service, achievement and leadership within the chiropractic profession.

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Chiropractic Future challenges anticompetitive healthcare practices

Chiropractic Economics

This is not just about doctors of chiropractic. It’s about fairness, access and patient choice in America’s healthcare system,” said Kristi Hudson, chairperson of the Chiropractic Future Leadership Committee. Through this effort, we’ve drawn a clear line. Medicare limitations.

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

Chiropractic Economics

According to 2024 data from the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy The US has about 310,000 licensed physical therapists, 1 compared to the often-cited 70,000 doctors of chiropractic practicing in the US. Soft-tissue therapy, spinal manipulation and corrective exercises. Probably not. Subluxation-based.

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Discover How Atlanta Chiropractors Provide Sciatica Relief

Any Spine

Early intervention from Atlanta spine specialists through techniques like spinal manipulation can significantly reduce pain and restore normal movement, helping you return to your daily activities without the burden of chronic discomfort. Chiropractic adjustments help realign the spine and reduce discomfort in the neck and knee.

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Relief is Here: Non-Surgical Back Pain Solutions in Atlanta

Any Spine

I focus on accurate diagnosis through physical exams and assessments to identify underlying issues affecting the spinal cord. This understanding helps me tailor pain management strategies, particularly spinal manipulation and soft tissue therapies , for effective relief.

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Is Chiropractic Care Safe? Understanding the Risks and Benefits

Fisher Chiropractic

Common Techniques Used in Chiropractic Care Chiropractors employ a variety of techniques to treat patients. Some of the most common methods include: Spinal Manipulation : This is the most well-known technique, involving manual adjustment of the spine to improve alignment and relieve pain. In the U.S.,

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Chiropractor vs Physical Therapist: What Are The Differences?

Beecher Chiropractic

Houston Chiropractor Comments: Periodically I will get asked by a new patient “What are the differences between a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) and a physical therapist (PT)?”. Doctors of Chiropractic are portal of entry providers, so patients can be seen without a referral from another doctor to get a treating diagnosis and begin care.