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Association Between Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation for Sciatica and Opioid-related Adverse Events: A Retrospective Cohort Study

ChiroOrg

Our study builds on previous evidence to suggest that among those with spinal pain, upstream exposure to CSM may influence downstream use of opioids. This finding was likely explained, in part, by a reduction in oral opioid prescription during follow-up.

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Eagle Syndrome: A Chiropractic Perspective

ChiroUp

Symptoms often mimic temporomandibular joint disorders, glossopharyngeal neuralgia, or cervicogenic headaches, presenting as unilateral throat pain, dysphagia, otalgia, or a sensation of a foreign body in the throat. Chiropractic Management of Eagle Syndrome Research on the use of spinal manipulation for Eagle Syndrome is limited.

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

Chiropractic Economics

However, as PTs refine their spinal manipulation techniques and scope-of-practice lines blur, how will DCs further differentiate themselves in a healthcare market that presents patients more choices than ever? Soft-tissue therapy, spinal manipulation and corrective exercises. Probably not. Subluxation-based.

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How to implement occupational testing into your practice

Chiropractic Economics

By providing a range of services beyond spinal manipulation, you can transform public perception and position your practice for success. The lab teaches you how in five minutes with a 20-slide PowerPoint presentation. Occupational testing bring additional income streams Whos paying you for the services?

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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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Association Between Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation and Cauda Equina Syndrome in Adults With Low Back Pain: Retrospective Cohort Study of US Academic Health Centers

ChiroOrg

Chiro.Org Blog: The present study involving over 130,000 propensity-matched patients found that chiropractic spinal manipulation (CSM) is not a risk factor for cauda equina syndrome (CES).

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

ChiroUp

If pain is present, refer to the condition reference protocol in ChiroUp to rule out involvement of the long head of the biceps or a SLAP lesion. Chiropractors can counsel their patients accordingly, presenting both treatment paths as legitimate choices, depending on individual circumstances. Should I Refer a Patient to an Orthopedist?