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Tips for communicating with patients with limited English proficiency

Chiropractic Economics

This article discusses the negative impact of language discordance between provider and patient on patient health, and specifies the regulatory guidelines requiring language access. It also provides tips for better communicating with patients who have limited English proficiency. Nearly one in five people in the U.S.

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NSAID damage: Help your arthritis patients undo it

Chiropractic Economics

Many arthritis patients have NSAID damage from regularly taking these drugs. Inflammatory bowel disease is all about damage to the cells lining the intestine, and patients can benefit from PC supplementation. Studies have shown PC supplementation is extremely helpful to patients with ulcerative colitis. Diet is a factor, too.

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How to use SEO to drive patient growth for your chiropractic practice

Chiropractic Economics

However, visibility alone won’t drive patient growth. The real goal is patient acquisition, and that’s where search engine optimization (SEO) comes in. When properly executed, SEO can be a powerful tool to increase your website’s search engine rankings, capture local search traffic and turn casual visitors into loyal patients.

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Ensure patient compliance with radiology

Chiropractic Economics

Patient compliance is one of the many challenges in a chiropractic practice. While perusing the internet and discussing patient compliance with colleagues, I discovered a commonality among DCs; we all agreed that excellent communication is the key to the most successful outcomes. Abnormal foot scan Image D.

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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. This can lead to better patient outcomes, increased independence and a higher quality of life.

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Patient retention strategies: How to keep patients coming back

Chiropractic Economics

Patient retention is the backbone of a successful chiropractic practice. While attracting new patients is important, focusing on retaining current ones proves more cost-effective and simpler. Automated outreach systems and in-house membership plans can also boost patient retention rates significantly. Not at all.

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Gut health 101: A guide for DCs to share with their patients

Chiropractic Economics

Patients turn to doctors of chiropractic for a variety of reasons, from aches and pains to injury recovery. And your role in helping patients overcome musculoskeletal issues is well-known. However, chiropractic care can benefit patients beyond alleviating back pain and restoring mobility.

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