tag:typepad.com,2003:weblog-1250480 %ISSUE_DATE%T09:25:32-07:00 General news and information on the profession. TypePad tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56527 2013-06-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-06-01T12:00:07-07:00

Cancer Treatment Centers of America Continues Support of Chiropractic; ACBOH Announces 2013 Practical, Written Exam Dates; PCORI Approves Funding for Research on Spinal Stenosis; Macquarie University to Cease Offering Chiropractic Program.

By Editorial Staff Cancer Treatment Centers of America Continues Support of Chiropractic; ACBOH Announces 2013 Practical, Written Exam Dates; PCORI Approves Funding for Research on Spinal Stenosis; Macquarie University to Cease Offering Chiropractic Program. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56525 2013-06-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-06-01T12:00:07-07:00

Not only has Medtronic made billions selling expensive screws and hardware for highly controversial spine fusions, but a Senate investigation also found Medtronic felt compelled to write and edit medical journal articles attributed to outside physicians that downplayed the risks of the company's best-selling bone graft, Infuse.

By J.C. Smith, MA, DC Not only has Medtronic made billions selling expensive screws and hardware for highly controversial spine fusions, but a Senate investigation also found Medtronic felt compelled to write and edit medical journal articles attributed to outside physicians that downplayed the risks of the company's best-selling bone graft, Infuse. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56522 2013-06-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-06-01T12:00:07-07:00

Passing Over a Fertile Niche; I Treat Segmental Dysfunction.

Passing Over a Fertile Niche; I Treat Segmental Dysfunction. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56521 2013-06-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-06-01T12:00:07-07:00

This year I've had the opportunity to go to three great chiropractic research conferences; the Association of Chiropractic Colleges / Research Agenda Conference (ACC-RAC), the Federation Internationale de Chiropratique du Sport(FICS) Congress and the World Federation of Chiropractic Congress. Seeing the wide range of both basic and clinical-science research made me proud to be a doctor of chiropractic.

By Stephen M. Perle, DC, MS This year I've had the opportunity to go to three great chiropractic research conferences; the Association of Chiropractic Colleges / Research Agenda Conference (ACC-RAC), the Federation Internationale de Chiropratique du Sport(FICS) Congress and the World Federation of Chiropractic Congress. Seeing the wide range of both basic and clinical-science research made me proud to be a doctor of chiropractic. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56519 2013-05-13T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-13T12:00:07-07:00

Dr. Richard Vincent and Dr. Titus Plomaritis were presented with the Paul M. Tullio Award for Distinguished Service to the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) at the NBCE Annual Business Meeting and Delegates Luncheon in San Francisco on May 3, 2013. This year's award honored two former directors who were instrumental in assuring NBCE's current and future accountability. In presenting the award, NBCE President Dr. Norman Ouzts congratulated Drs. Vincent and Plomaritis, saying, "Truly these gentlemen are legendary leaders in chiropractic and in the history of the NBCE and we are proud to honor them today."

Dr. Richard Vincent and Dr. Titus Plomaritis were presented with the Paul M. Tullio Award for Distinguished Service to the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) at the NBCE Annual Business Meeting and Delegates Luncheon in San Francisco on May 3, 2013. This year's award honored two former directors who were instrumental in assuring NBCE's current and future accountability. In presenting the award, NBCE President Dr. Norman Ouzts congratulated Drs. Vincent and Plomaritis, saying, "Truly these gentlemen are legendary leaders in chiropractic and in the history of the NBCE and we are proud to honor them today." tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56518 2013-05-13T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-13T12:00:07-07:00

American Chiropractic Association (ACA) Vice President, Anthony Hamm, DC, FACO, has been re-elected co-chair of the American Medical Association's (AMA) RVS Update Committee (RUC) Health Care Professionals Advisory Committee Review Board (HCPAC). The RUC HCPAC develops recommendations on relative values for new and revised CPT codes reported principally by non-MD/DO professionals. Dr. Hamm's second two-year term begins in October.

American Chiropractic Association (ACA) Vice President, Anthony Hamm, DC, FACO, has been re-elected co-chair of the American Medical Association's (AMA) RVS Update Committee (RUC) Health Care Professionals Advisory Committee Review Board (HCPAC). The RUC HCPAC develops recommendations on relative values for new and revised CPT codes reported principally by non-MD/DO professionals. Dr. Hamm's second two-year term begins in October. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56516 2013-05-10T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-10T12:00:07-07:00

Northwestern Health Sciences University has announced the appointment of Jeff A. Nelson as president and chief executive officer. He is the university's sixth president since its founding in 1941.

Northwestern Health Sciences University has announced the appointment of Jeff A. Nelson as president and chief executive officer. He is the university's sixth president since its founding in 1941. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56515 2013-05-09T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-09T12:00:07-07:00

The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) held its annual meeting from April 29 to May 3, 2013, in San Francisco. At the annual meeting, which took place on Friday, May 3, two minor changes were made to bylaws that enable board members to hold meetings by electronic meeting systems and to enable the board to communicate with state boards electronically.

The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) held its annual meeting from April 29 to May 3, 2013, in San Francisco. At the annual meeting, which took place on Friday, May 3, two minor changes were made to bylaws that enable board members to hold meetings by electronic meeting systems and to enable the board to communicate with state boards electronically. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56514 2013-05-08T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-08T12:00:07-07:00

The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) held its annual meeting from April 29 to May 3, 2013, in San Francisco. At the annual meeting, which took place on Friday, May 3, two minor changes were made to bylaws that enable board members to hold meetings by electronic meeting systems and to enable the board to communicate with state boards electronically.

The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) held its annual meeting from April 29 to May 3, 2013, in San Francisco. At the annual meeting, which took place on Friday, May 3, two minor changes were made to bylaws that enable board members to hold meetings by electronic meeting systems and to enable the board to communicate with state boards electronically. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56512 2013-05-08T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-08T12:00:07-07:00

From April 8-13, 2013, the Chiropractic Association of South Africa (CASA) hosted the World Federation of Chiropractic's 12th Biennial Congress, titled "Chiropractic Under the African Sun,"at the International Convention Center in Durban, South Africa.

From April 8-13, 2013, the Chiropractic Association of South Africa (CASA) hosted the World Federation of Chiropractic's 12th Biennial Congress, titled "Chiropractic Under the African Sun,"at the International Convention Center in Durban, South Africa. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56511 2013-05-06T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-06T12:00:07-07:00

The International Chiropractors Association, in accordance with its Constitution and Bylaws, held elections of new officers prior to its 2013 Annual Meeting. The new officers are: Michael McLean, DC, president; Ronald Oberstein, DC, vice president; and Selina Sigafoose-Jackson, DC, secretary-treasurer.

The International Chiropractors Association, in accordance with its Constitution and Bylaws, held elections of new officers prior to its 2013 Annual Meeting. The new officers are: Michael McLean, DC, president; Ronald Oberstein, DC, vice president; and Selina Sigafoose-Jackson, DC, secretary-treasurer. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56508 2013-06-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-06-01T12:00:07-07:00

In a previous column, I discussed the history and definition of evidence-based practice (EBP), and expressed concerns with how the concept has been narrowly construed by some academics and payers. Although there is some minor variation in evidence hierarchies, the randomized, controlled trial (RCT) is usually at or near the top. It seems appropriate to ask the questions, "Where is the evidence to support the premise that EBP results in better clinical outcomes? Are there RCTs which demonstrate that EBP results in better, cheaper and safer health care strategies?" As noted in my earlier article, the answer remains largely negative.

By Christopher Kent, DC, Esq. In a previous column, I discussed the history and definition of evidence-based practice (EBP), and expressed concerns with how the concept has been narrowly construed by some academics and payers. Although there is some minor variation in evidence hierarchies, the randomized, controlled trial (RCT) is usually at or near the top. It seems appropriate to ask the questions, "Where is the evidence to support the premise that EBP results in better clinical outcomes? Are there RCTs which demonstrate that EBP results in better, cheaper and safer health care strategies?" As noted in my earlier article, the answer remains largely negative. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56498 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

Controversial Florida PIP Law Under Review; D'Youville Chiro. Students Learning Art of Co-Managing; And the Award Goes To...; F4CP Recognizes Major Contribution by ChiroTouch.

By Editorial Staff Controversial Florida PIP Law Under Review; D'Youville Chiro. Students Learning Art of Co-Managing; And the Award Goes To...; F4CP Recognizes Major Contribution by ChiroTouch. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56494 2013-06-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-06-01T12:00:07-07:00

Thirteen years ago, the Wisconsin Chiropractic Association (WCA) "agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission allegations that [the association] orchestrated a conspiracy among WCA members to increase prices for chiropractic services and to boycott third-party payers to obtain higher reimbursement rates." The result was a settlement with no admission of guilt and no payment of penalties, but an agreement to refrain from similar activities.

By Donald M. Petersen Jr., BS, HCD(hc), FICC(h), Publisher Thirteen years ago, the Wisconsin Chiropractic Association (WCA) "agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission allegations that [the association] orchestrated a conspiracy among WCA members to increase prices for chiropractic services and to boycott third-party payers to obtain higher reimbursement rates." The result was a settlement with no admission of guilt and no payment of penalties, but an agreement to refrain from similar activities. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56493 2013-06-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-06-01T12:00:07-07:00

You've passed your national boards with flying colors, including Part IV, the practical examination, at a combined cost of more than $3,000. You can hardly contain your enthusiasm (and relief) as you prepare to open your first practice and begin serving patients. But wait: you have one more test to take - a second practical exam, at an additional cost exceeding $1,400.2 Welcome to chiropractic in Wisconsin, where the Wisconsin Chiropractic Examining Board is under increasing scrutiny for requiring would-be DCs to pass not only Parts I-IV, but also a state examination in order to practice.

By Peter W. Crownfield, Executive Editor You've passed your national boards with flying colors, including Part IV, the practical examination, at a combined cost of more than $3,000. You can hardly contain your enthusiasm (and relief) as you prepare to open your first practice and begin serving patients. But wait: you have one more test to take - a second practical exam, at an additional cost exceeding $1,400.2 Welcome to chiropractic in Wisconsin, where the Wisconsin Chiropractic Examining Board is under increasing scrutiny for requiring would-be DCs to pass not only Parts I-IV, but also a state examination in order to practice. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56492 2013-04-22T12:00:32-07:00 2013-04-22T12:00:07-07:00

Military personnel with acute low back pain receiving a combination of chiropractic manipulative therapy and standard medical care experienced a statistically and clinically significant reduction in their back pain and improved physical functioning when compared to those receiving standard medical care alone, reports an article in the April 15 issue of Spine.

Military personnel with acute low back pain receiving a combination of chiropractic manipulative therapy and standard medical care experienced a statistically and clinically significant reduction in their back pain and improved physical functioning when compared to those receiving standard medical care alone, reports an article in the April 15 issue of Spine. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56489 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

Effect of Pain Relief on Lumbar Muscle Function and Activation; Effects of Thrust Amplitude and Duration of HVLA Spinal Manipulation; Immediate Effects of Upper Thoracic Manipulation on Cardiovascular Response.

Effect of Pain Relief on Lumbar Muscle Function and Activation; Effects of Thrust Amplitude and Duration of HVLA Spinal Manipulation; Immediate Effects of Upper Thoracic Manipulation on Cardiovascular Response. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56488 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

Patient Perception and the Farce of "Fast Relief"; A Fly in the Ointment; Persecuted for Choosing to Practice Chiropractic.

Patient Perception and the Farce of "Fast Relief"; A Fly in the Ointment; Persecuted for Choosing to Practice Chiropractic. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56487 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

The changing nature of health care presents both opportunities and challenges. While we tend to focus on our profession, we can sometimes forget the impact other health care professions can have on us. If you haven't kept up on them, you should know about some very interesting trends taking place in medicine that will present great opportunities for doctors of chiropractic in the near future.

By Donald M. Petersen Jr., BS, HCD(hc), FICC(h), Publisher The changing nature of health care presents both opportunities and challenges. While we tend to focus on our profession, we can sometimes forget the impact other health care professions can have on us. If you haven't kept up on them, you should know about some very interesting trends taking place in medicine that will present great opportunities for doctors of chiropractic in the near future. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56484 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

A recent broadcast on public radio described a fascinating phenomenon known as kid logic. It recounted how a young boy who had frequently watched takeoffs from various airports finally had his first opportunity to actually board an aircraft and experience a takeoff as a live passenger.

By Anthony Rosner, PhD, LLD [Hon.], LLC A recent broadcast on public radio described a fascinating phenomenon known as kid logic. It recounted how a young boy who had frequently watched takeoffs from various airports finally had his first opportunity to actually board an aircraft and experience a takeoff as a live passenger. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56483 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

I have written previously regarding the difficulties of drawing information from patients who are poor historians, forgetful or just plain uncooperative. The thought to revisit the topic occurred recently during preparation for an upcoming seminar. Cases I am preparing to present reminded me of how often this problem occurs and how difficult it can make our jobs. In this account, I will describe a few sample cases to illustrate the problem. Radiographs accompany the first two cases.

By K. Jeffrey Miller, DC, DABCO I have written previously regarding the difficulties of drawing information from patients who are poor historians, forgetful or just plain uncooperative. The thought to revisit the topic occurred recently during preparation for an upcoming seminar. Cases I am preparing to present reminded me of how often this problem occurs and how difficult it can make our jobs. In this account, I will describe a few sample cases to illustrate the problem. Radiographs accompany the first two cases. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56482 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

In my very early years of practice, an older patient named Cora would call me at home, usually late Sunday night after she had consumed an unknown quantity of beer. She would always tell me about some event that had "set her low back off" and that she wanted to be sure I could see her the next day. I would listen, reassure her that I could "fit her in" (among the eight or 10 patients I might have had scheduled in those days), and she would then hang up abruptly. This went on for a few years. I was young and found the ritual to be amusing and probably harmless, if not professional.

By John Hanks, DC In my very early years of practice, an older patient named Cora would call me at home, usually late Sunday night after she had consumed an unknown quantity of beer. She would always tell me about some event that had "set her low back off" and that she wanted to be sure I could see her the next day. I would listen, reassure her that I could "fit her in" (among the eight or 10 patients I might have had scheduled in those days), and she would then hang up abruptly. This went on for a few years. I was young and found the ritual to be amusing and probably harmless, if not professional. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56481 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

I have been planning for some time to write an article about how traditional SOAP notes do not fit chiropractic practice, and the unfairness of holding DCs to a model clearly created for and primarily applicable to medical physicians.

By James Edwards, DC I have been planning for some time to write an article about how traditional SOAP notes do not fit chiropractic practice, and the unfairness of holding DCs to a model clearly created for and primarily applicable to medical physicians. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56478 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

"Low back pain (LBP) is a common threat to medicine and a reasonable threat to all national health care systems. ... Reducing ineffective treatments is necessary to decrease the LBP associated costs."

By Peter W. Crownfield, Executive Editor "Low back pain (LBP) is a common threat to medicine and a reasonable threat to all national health care systems. ... Reducing ineffective treatments is necessary to decrease the LBP associated costs." tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56477 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

With the death of Joe Weider, the world's most famous body-building visionary, crusader, fitness magazine publisher and icon, on March 23, 2013, chiropractic has lost one of its greatest friends and supporters. Just like our chiropractic profession, Joe traveled a controversial road as a health advocate. He was the architect of body-building, which was frowned upon and picked on in the '40s, '50s and '60s by the AMA and FDA.

By LeRoy Perry Jr., DC With the death of Joe Weider, the world's most famous body-building visionary, crusader, fitness magazine publisher and icon, on March 23, 2013, chiropractic has lost one of its greatest friends and supporters. Just like our chiropractic profession, Joe traveled a controversial road as a health advocate. He was the architect of body-building, which was frowned upon and picked on in the '40s, '50s and '60s by the AMA and FDA. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56475 2013-05-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-01T12:00:07-07:00

Parker University Announces Consulting Partnership With Dr. Mancini; Western States Students Hope to Attend 2013 Maccabi Games.

By Editorial Staff Parker University Announces Consulting Partnership With Dr. Mancini; Western States Students Hope to Attend 2013 Maccabi Games. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56474 2013-05-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-01T12:00:07-07:00

A Tribute To...; Know Your State Laws Regarding Staff Training; Admission Standards Need to Change.

A Tribute To...; Know Your State Laws Regarding Staff Training; Admission Standards Need to Change. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56473 2013-05-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-01T12:00:07-07:00

An interesting article focused on the importance of the "patient experience" was posted on the American Medical News website back in March.1 It seems that the medical profession is finally starting to look at how it treats and communicates with patients. For decades, doctors of chiropractic have outperformed their medical colleagues in the area of patient service. But that could be changing in the not-too-distant future if we don't do something about it.

By Donald M. Petersen Jr., BS, HCD(hc), FICC(h), Publisher An interesting article focused on the importance of the "patient experience" was posted on the American Medical News website back in March.1 It seems that the medical profession is finally starting to look at how it treats and communicates with patients. For decades, doctors of chiropractic have outperformed their medical colleagues in the area of patient service. But that could be changing in the not-too-distant future if we don't do something about it. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56468 2013-05-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-01T12:00:07-07:00

Chiropractic is good alternative care. How many times have you heard this or something similar? Do you agree with it? People who have never used chiropractic may say it. Chiropractic patients may even say it. What's most astonishing is that some chiropractors actually say it.

By Kent Greenawalt Chiropractic is good alternative care. How many times have you heard this or something similar? Do you agree with it? People who have never used chiropractic may say it. Chiropractic patients may even say it. What's most astonishing is that some chiropractors actually say it.