August, 2024

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The importance of including balance assessment and training in patient management protocols

Chiropractic Economics

As DCs, we strive to enhance the quality of life for our patients by addressing pain, improving mobility and preventing injuries. One critical but often overlooked aspect of patient care is balance assessment and training. Recent studies and statistics highlight the importance of incorporating these elements into routine patient management protocols, particularly for middle-aged and older adults.

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Top 7 Things Chiropractors Need to Know About Back Mice (Episacral Lipomas)

ChiroUp

As a chiropractor, you’ve likely encountered patients with persistent mechanical low back pain that defies conventional treatments. What if the root cause of this pain is a commonly overlooked condition known as back mice, or episacral lipomas? These small, tender nodules can significantly impact your patients’ well-being, yet many healthcare professionals are unaware of their presence and potential treatments.

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The Corrective Exercise Bell Curve

Mike Reinold

I'm going to admit something that may come as a surprise to you. Corrective exercises don't always work for me. Here is why. The post The Corrective Exercise Bell Curve appeared first on Mike Reinold.

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Top Hashtags for Vets in 2024

iMatrix

Did you know that pets are among the most popular topics on social media? From Instagram to Facebook, X (formerly Twitter) to TikTok, pets are always part of the most popular hashtags around. As a veterinarian, how can you take advantage of their popularity? Take a look at trending hashtags, plus must-have hashtags you can incorporate into your veterinary social media posts.

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Development, Validation and Use of Custom Software for the Analysis of Pain Trajectories

ChiroOrg

Chiro.Org Blog: The suggested standards of pain trajectory definitions are well-defined, which makes it possible to implement them in a pattern detection algorithm, as was done in TAMS. However, this could also be done for pain trajectories of other chronic diseases, if the definitions are well-defined. TAMS is written with maximum flexibility, making it relatively easy to alter the algorithms for use in other chronic healthcare conditions.

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Buying a Chiropractic Practice? Why Your Search is Not Like Looking for a House

The Strategic Chiropractor

When considering buying a chiropractic practice, here’s why your search is not like looking for a house. Many chiropractic buyers make the mistake of thinking that a practice purchase is a bit like searching for a house. While there are some similarities, here are some key differences: 1. Most Practice Sales are CONFIDENTIAL, Few Home Sales Are 99% of Sellers want their sale to remain confidential from patients, staff and even DC colleagues.

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Turn public speaking and workshops into opportunities

Chiropractic Economics

As healthcare professionals, our primary goal is to foster wellness in our communities. By leveraging public speaking and workshops, we can effectively communicate our expertise and passion for chiropractic care, educate the public on its benefits and cultivate a network of potential new patients and professional contacts. Identify your audience The first step in transforming public speaking and workshops into opportunities is to identify and understand your target audience.

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Update on SLAP Tears: Good SLAPs vs Bad SLAPs

Mike Reinold

How to determine what is a good superior labral, or SLAP tear, and a bad one. The post Update on SLAP Tears: Good SLAPs vs Bad SLAPs appeared first on Mike Reinold.

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How To Add Dry Eye Marketing Into Your Content Strategy

iMatrix

According to an article published on the official website of the American Academy of Ophthalmology , there are two interesting statistics regarding dry eye disease (DED): Approximately 20 million people in the United States have dry eye disease (DED), increasing across all ages mainly due to increased screen time and environmental factors. About half of those affected by dry eye disease are not seeking professional treatment.

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Researchers discover 'switch' for the desire to engage in physical activity

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Exercising is healthy, but not always appealing. Research led by Guadalupe Sabio from the National Cancer Research Center (CNIO) may have found a "switch" that activates the desire to get moving, as it shows that during exercise the muscle activates proteins which encourage further activity. The paper is published in Science Advances.

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The De Angelis Group Acquires RRY Publications LLC

Orthopedics This Week

[Scottsdale, AZ] — [August 29, 2024] — In a strategic move, The De Angelis Group, a premier executive search firm trusted for its expertise in the MedTech sector, is thrilled to announce its acquisition of RRY Publications LLC, (www.ryortho.com) the publisher of the highly respected Orthopedics This Week. This acquisition brings together two powerhouses in […] The post The De Angelis Group Acquires RRY Publications LLC first appeared on Orthopedics This Week.

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The secret cause of inflamaging lies deep within the gut

Chiropractic Economics

If you’re like most doctors of chiropractic, you see a lot of the same health issues in your patients day in and day out. Do any of these conditions sound familiar? Fibromyalgia pain Chronic joint pain Chronic fatigue Weight gain Anxiety/depression Cognitive decline Rising blood pressure Rising triglycerides and cholesterol Either hypoglycemia or elevated blood sugar As you are probably aware, an inflammatory component contributes to each of these conditions.

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Exactech Introduces New Balancing Technology for Knee Replacement Patients

OrthoSpineNews

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Exactech, a global medical technology leader, announced today the availability of new balancing technology for patients in need of total knee replacement surgery. Harnessing the power of ExactechGPS® computer-assisted technology, the Newton™ knee procedure provides surgeons visual guidance for personalized, balanced results. “This is exciting news for total knee replacement patients in the … The post Exactech Introduces New Balancing

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Rate of Force Development in Rehabilitation

Mike Reinold

How to incorporate rate of force development into the rehabilitation process. The post Rate of Force Development in Rehabilitation appeared first on Mike Reinold.

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How to Add Keywords to Google My Business: A Tailor-Made Guide

iMatrix

Now known as Google Business Profile, Google My Business (GMB) is a tool that helps companies manage and optimize their Google Business Profile, one of the most vital business listings online. GMB offers various interaction options, including the ability to ask questions, book appointments at your practice, and leave reviews. Your Google Business profile can amplify your local SEO efforts because it can help you provide a more relatable and trustworthy experience.

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Organization urges IOC to cut ties with soft drink manufacturer in interests of athletes, spectators, planet

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) should cut its ties with Coca-Cola in the best interests of athletes, spectators, and the planet, urge Trish Cotter and Sandra Mullin of the international public health organization Vital Strategies, in an editorial in the journal BMJ Global Health.

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NASS President Award Winner: Chistopher Bono, M.D.

Orthopedics This Week

Dr. Christopher Bono will be awarded the Past President’s Award at the upcoming NASS conference in September. The post NASS President Award Winner: Chistopher Bono, M.D. first appeared on Orthopedics This Week.

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Laser focus boosting athletic performance with low-level laser therapy

Chiropractic Economics

The use of laser therapy in sports medicine is nothing new, although progressive applications for peak athletic performance are now going far beyond joint, muscle, tendon and ligament repair. As no two lasers or sources of light are created equal, this article explores Class 2 low-l Level laser therapy (i.e., low power and visible spectrum light ). These lasers are non-thermal (no heat production), safe for applications beyond the aforementioned connective tissues and their positive benefits can

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Blog Smarter: 12 Tips to Boost Your Content Marketing Game

Propel Marketing & Design

Ever wondered why some blog posts go viral while others go unnoticed? Discover the 12 essential tips that can transform your blogging game!Today, we’re giving you some pro tips that will help you write better blog posts because, let’s face it, we’re not all bloggers.When you started in your field, you likely didn’t think that [.

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Santa Clara County buying 258-bed HCA hospital for $175M to preserve trauma services

OrthoSpineNews

HCA Healthcare had recently downgraded trauma and other services at Regional Medical Center, triggering a spike in volumes at the county’s other Level 1 trauma center. The county hopes to close the deal in the first quarter of 2025 and will finance its purchase with leased revenue bonds and one-time FEMA reimbursements from the COVID-19 … The post Santa Clara County buying 258-bed HCA hospital for $175M to preserve trauma services appeared first on Ortho Spine News.

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20 Proven Content Marketing Strategies for Doctors

iMatrix

Marketing plays a vital role in the growth and success of any business, including companies in the medical care industry. Your online presence serves as the bridge that connects healthcare providers with prospective patients who need their services. An effective content marketing strategy attracts new patients to your clinic and nurtures relationships with current ones, fostering trust and loyalty.

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Flexibility may help middle-aged individuals live longer

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Flexibility exercises are often included in the exercise regimens of athletes and exercisers. New research in the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports suggests that levels of flexibility may affect survival in middle-aged individuals.

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Art Steffee Dies, Age 90

Orthopedics This Week

On his 90th birthday, August 16, 2024, on his beautiful mountain top in Clarion County Pennsylvania, 22 miles from where he grew up, Arthur Steffee, M.D., one of the founding fathers of modern spine surgery, died at age 90 years old. The post Art Steffee Dies, Age 90 first appeared on Orthopedics This Week.

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Strategies to reduce taxes and grow wealth in Q3 and Q4

Chiropractic Economics

Operating a chiropractic practice with excellence demands much more than just administering treatments, managing staff and keeping patients happy. Setting our businesses up for long-term success requires astute, intentional financial management and quality planning to ensure financial success both personally and professionally. This article provides key strategies to reduce taxes and grow wealth.

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Common Objections To Chiropractic…Are They Fair?

Rocket Chiro

Over the years, I have heard people say they “don’t believe in chiropractic” as if chiropractic is a religion or maybe it only works if you believe in it. More often than not, people who say things like that are people who have little or no experience with chiropractic. Most people who have gone to the chiropractor are very happy with their care.

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YouTube SEO Guide for Clinic Owners: Get More Subscribers & Better Rankings

Propel Marketing & Design

In this post, we’ll cover YouTube SEO strategies that every clinic owner, from beginner to advanced, must know! We’re covering: YouTube SEO ranking factors How to get more views on YouTube What to do before you make a video to guarantee it’s a success How to upload a video and optimize the proper settings [.

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Rapport Building and Helping Your Clients S.E.E 

DC Practice Growth

Building positive relationships with your clients from the moment they connect with you is imperative to growing your impact in their lives. If you and your team build great rapport and put people at ease then extracting emotional reasons for why they should take further care and action of their health will come easier. Here are two of my top tips for you and your front desk to work on this month.

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Researchers closer to figuring out what causes exercise to boost your brain

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

A study exploring the mechanisms behind why cognitive performance improves in response to exercise, has revealed forced muscle movement doesn't have the same effect as voluntary.

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Stryker Buys Interventional Pain Co. Vertos Medical

Orthopedics This Week

Stryker’s bid to buy Vertos Medical represents a novel and strategic addition to its spine surgery portfolio, expanding its presence among pain practices, ASCs, and outpatient spine clinics. But even more, it reinforces the trend to procedure-based, not implant-based, medicine. The post Stryker Buys Interventional Pain Co. Vertos Medical first appeared on Orthopedics This Week.

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Empowering your chiropractic assistant: The key to practice success

Chiropractic Economics

The chiropractic assistant (ca) plays a pivotal role in a chiropractic clinic. CAs are responsible for managing administrative tasks and supporting patient care, which makes them an indispensable part of the practice. Ensuring operations run smoothly and patients receive exceptional care would be challenging without them. However, empowering your chiropractic assistant for practice success is more than just assigning tasks.

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Local SEO vs. Google Advertising: A Comprehensive Guide for Chiropractors

Rocket Chiro

Having a robust online presence is essential for chiropractors looking to attract new patients and grow their practice. Two of the most powerful tools at your disposal are local SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and Google Advertising. Both strategies have their unique advantages and disadvantages. Understanding these can help you make informed decisions about where to focus your chiropractic marketing efforts.

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15 Chiropractic Marketing Strategies Every Chiropractor Should Try

Propel Marketing & Design

Getting your chiropractic clinic noticed online is essential to getting it noticed offline. But how do you go about creating online chiropractic marketing strategies that will benefit you? At Propel, we help chiropractors define their local SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and content marketing strategies, so they can meet their goals, get new patients, and find [.

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The Benefits of Pediatric Chiropractic

Markson Chiropractic

You know that chiropractic care offers great benefits for adults—but what about your kids? There are just as many excellent benefits when it comes to pediatric chiropractic, including helping foster healthy growth and development and improving immune system response.

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Research shows that smartwatch and clinical testing measures differ

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

At a time when usage of smartwatches and rings has become more common, a West Virginia University human performance researcher points out that the heart rate variability—the time between heartbeats—the devices report is different from what would be recorded in a clinical setting.

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TOPS vs Fusion: New Study Confirms Superiority

Orthopedics This Week

Superiority in any given surgery for any given device is one of the rarest, most elusive FDA designations available to medical device companies. In the world of treating single-level lumbar spinal stenosis and grade-I degenerative spondylolisthesis, only one manufacturer has ever achieved a superiority claim—that company is Premia Spine, and the implant is the Total Posterior Spine System (TOPS).

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Meet the huge demand for weight loss with all-natural GLP-1 products

Chiropractic Economics

The demand for effective weight loss solutions has never been higher. Nearly half of Americans will be obese by 2030; with obesity rates soaring and associated health issues such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and joint problems on the rise, the need for safe, effective weight management strategies is critical. With a comprehensive holistic and patient-centered approach, doctors of chiropractic are uniquely positioned to meet this demand by offering natural weight loss solutions that align

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469: How To Become The More Successful Version Of You And Avoid Struggling For 10 Years

Rocket Chiro

I was talking with one of my clients the other day. He told me that he thought I was selling my NEXT Step (NS) membership a little short. He’s a regular listener to my podcast, so he frequently hears me say that NS is great for chiropractors who are getting started. While he agrees with that statement, he told me that my NS membership was extremely valuable to him even though he has been out of chiropractic college for over 15 years.