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Questioning the evidence for repetitive head impacts and chronic traumatic encephalopathy

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

A new study by Dr. Lauren Fortington from Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Perth, Australia, questions the existing evidence in relation to a novel condition termed chronic traumatic encephalopathy neuropathological change (CTE-NC).

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Chiropractic for Natural Back Pain Relief

Markson Chiropractic

Chronic back and lower spine pain can severely impact your quality of life. Whether it’s a dull ache or sharp discomfort, finding effective relief is crucial. Chiropractic care offers a holistic, drug-free approach to back pain relief that not only targets the root causes but also promotes overall wellness. If you're tired of living with back pain and looking for a natural, lasting approach, regular chiropractic adjustments may be just what you need.

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Pediatrician offers advice: Are trampolines safe for kids?

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Generations of kids have grown up bouncing on backyard trampolines. And with the new popularity of trampoline parks, even more are getting into the game.

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Walgreens to pay $106.8 million to settle prescription billing claims

OrthoSpineNews

Walgreens allegedly billed the government for prescriptions never dispensed, says DOJ. September 16, 2024 – Susan Morse, Executive Editor – Walgreens has agreed to pay $106.8 million to resolve allegations that it billed the government for prescriptions never dispensed, according to the Department of Justice. The government alleges that, between 2009 and 2020, Walgreens submitted false … The post Walgreens to pay $106.8 million to settle prescription billing claims appeared fir

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Study: Backward hopping may be better indication of recovery from ACL reconstruction

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Sometimes you have to take a step backward to move forward. Or, in the case of patients recovering from ACL reconstruction, a hop backward may help them know if they are ready to return to the field of play.

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How Do Blue Light Filters Work, and Do They Really Help?

Any Spine

How Do Blue Light Filters Work, and Do They Really Help? TL;DR Blue light filters are designed to reduce eye strain and improve sleep by blocking or absorbing blue light emitted from screens. Evidence suggests they may help reduce eye discomfort and improve sleep quality, but results are mixed. Combining blue light filters with other strategies like following the 20-20-20 rule, optimizing your workspace, limiting screen time before bed, and maintaining good sleep hygiene can offer the best resul

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How to improve your flexibility—the body's secret weapon for staying healthy and active

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Flexibility might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about health and fitness, but it's one of the most important aspects of maintaining your body's overall well-being.

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The Potential of Imaging in Chiropractic Care for Low Back Pain

The Evidence Based Chiropractor

Effectively managing low back pain (LBP) is a challenge that chiropractors frequently face in their practices. A recent systematic review focusing on the association between clinical findings and imaging features related to lumbar spine osteoarthritis provides essential insights that can guide clinical decision-making and enhance patient care. Integrating this review's findings into your practice can improve diagnostic accuracy and effectively tailor treatment plans.

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Spartan Medical Inc. broadens Single-Use Sterile Instrument Portfolio to Improve Outcomes, Increase Efficiency, and Generate Cost Savings

OrthoSpineNews

ROCKVILLE, Md., Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Spartan Medical, Inc., a veteran-owned medical solutions company, has expanded the industry’s most extensive range of single-use, sterile, pre-packaged (SSP) surgical instruments for use in the Veterans Administration (VA), the Department of Defense (DoD), and select civilian hospitals and Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) nationwide.

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September ’24 Digital Marketing Scoop

Practice Promotions

Here’s Your Monthly Digital Marketing Scoop From Practice Promotions! Happy (almost) Fall y’all! In the famous words of Earth, Wind and Fire we are dancing right through September. We hope you enjoyed the Summer and now with cooler weather around the corner (or already here depending on where you are), it’s time to grab your monthly scoop on what we’ve got going on for you this month as we head into October!

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Practice tip of the week: Billing mistakes to avoid

Physicians Practice

Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts.

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Students with multiple marginalized identities face barriers to sports participation

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Healthy People 2030 plan sets a national objective to increase youth sports participation from 50% to 63% over the next five years. For adolescents, staying active offers benefits to their overall health and their social and academic lives. However, the number of youths participating in physical activity and sports is on the decline.

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