We have numerous studies on the positive impact of the chiropractic adjustment for various spinal ailments. Most of this research references "spinal manipulation." But in the midst of these efforts, another silent enemy is working against the chiropractic profession.
A patient presents with complaints of hip pain primarily on the right side, lower back pain and stiffness in both hips. She has not been to see the orthopedist who did the surgery on her right hip since the initial surgery and rehab. She states she has not fallen, and that she is able to walk, sit and climb stairs, since she had both hips replaced.
UnitedHealthCare has announced an innovative new benefit design that will allow members of certain employer-sponsored health plans to access chiropractic care in cases of acute LBP with $0 out-of-pocket dollars.
Chiropractors are trend setters, and as we enter 2020, trends are all around chiropractic. Getting patients better faster is still a top trend, and doing it with your hands will never go out of style. But along with that, you will need to be able to find innovative ways to introduce healthy lifestyles, health optimization and physical activity into the public's daily life.
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