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Chiropractic research trends and current hotspots

Chiropractic Economics

These pieces of research tell us which manipulative techniques work for which conditions, how different demographics of patients may respond to a specific treatment and more. For example, from the early 1990s to the early 2000s, cervical vertebrae and injury were among the trending keywords.

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NWHSU faculty member publishes first-of-its-kind ultrasound research

Chiropractic Economics

What the ultrasound research means In collaboration with DCs at Parker University, Smoley showed that we can see the pars interarticularis, a piece of bone that connects the vertebrae, with a diagnostic ultrasound. This ultrasound research lays the groundwork for potential future studies that could ultimately improve patient care.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

DCs play a pivotal role in assessing and enhancing spinal stability through manual therapies, corrective exercises and patient education. Anatomy and biomechanics of spinal stability Stabilizing subsystems Passive subsystem Comprises vertebrae, intervertebral discs, ligaments and joint capsules. erector spinae , rectus abdominis ).

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Chiropractic communication: The skill that can enhance your career

Chiropractic Economics

The best salespeople are amazing communicators, and it’s effective chiropractic communication that inspires the patient to collaborate with you on a solution to their health issues. When you work together to improve a patient’s health, that’s a successful sale, as real as the sale of a car, house or anything they dream of possessing.

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7 Different Chiropractic Adjustment Methods You Should Know

Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

Today, chiropractic techniques continue to evolve, offering patients various options tailored to their unique needs. Palmer Method Named after the founder of chiropractic, the Palmer Method targets misalignments in the upper cervical spine — particularly the atlas, the first vertebra at the base of the skull. Palmer, son of D.D.

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Chiropractic Care and Blood Pressure: Exploring the Connection

Oviedo Chiropractic

One area of particular interest is the atlas vertebra, the top bone of your spine. This vertebra supports your skull and is closely linked to nerves and blood vessels that influence your autonomic nervous system. These benefits extend beyond blood pressure, helping patients feel better both physically and mentally.

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New Year Same Spine

ChiroJunky

bring us patients. It is made up of 33 individual bones called vertebrae, which are separated into sections called the cervical (neck), thoracic, (midback), and lumbar (low back). Situated between the bony vertebrae are the disc that act of absorbers of the body. The spine is the weight-baring back one of the body.

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