More hospitals are now making chiropractic care available to patients. One such program was reported in the March 2003 issue of the magazine, Chiropractic Economics. In that article it is reported that Monroe Community Hospital, a teaching nursing home in New York, has teamed up with New York Chiropractic College to establish a chiropractic clinic
read moreThe British Medical Journal reports that a three-year study proves what most chiropractic patients already know. Chiropractic care is more effective with higher patient satisfaction than outpatient medical care for these types of problems. The study reported involved 741 men and women with low back pain. A 3 year follow up showed that there was
read moreFrom the June 19, 2006 issue of the Thoroughbred Times comes an article by a veterinarian, Sean Redman, D.V.M. who uses chiropractic on the horses he cares for. He starts off by explaining, “The theory behind chiropractic therapy is that proper function of the musculoskeletal system allows the rest of the body, particularly the nervous
read moreA feature story appearing in the November 29, 2006 online “sacbee.com”, the online news version of the Sacramento Bee from California, reports on the increased acceptance and usage of chiropractic care for horses. Chelsea Phua – sacbee.com staff writer and author of the article reports on a chiropractor, Dr. Troy Stevens as he works on
read moreHollywood stunt performers who depend on their physical abilities are giving credit to chiropractic for their ability to be at their best. Recently in an article in the 06/20/2001 issue of USA Today Health, appeared a report from the World Stunt Awards, where many of Hollywood’s top stunt people credited chiropractic with their ability to
read moreThe International Chiropractors Association (ICA) has issued helpful holiday hints and recommendations to ward off health problems over the holidays. Overeating was of particular interest as it related to physical stress placed on the spine. According to the release, “A bulging stomach can put pressure on your body support systems, including your spine and spinal
read moreIn December 2001 informational releases from both the International Chiropractors Association (ICA), and the American Chiropractic Association (ACA), comes articles with tips for consumers this holiday season. The ACA warns, “Winter recreational activities and chores can pose problems for the outdoor enthusiast whose body is not in condition.” The ACA article stresses the importance of
read moreThe January 12, 2003 issue of the Washington Post featured an article that highlights the difficulties of being a referee in the National Hockey League. The article highlights the career of one of hockey’s more enduring referees, Andy Van Hellemond, who refereed 1,475 games, more than anyone else in league history. Van Hellemond, now serves
read moreAccording to the September 11, 2002 issue of the online “Up & Coming Magazine”, chiropractic enables HIV/AIDS patients to live a higher quality life. The article states that clinical studies indicate chiropractic can: 1) boost immune system function, 2) help with secondary symptoms and 3) address quality of life issues by reduction in stress as
read moreMany chiropractic patients ask, “How did chiropractic get started?” Well, Chiropractic got started in Davenport Iowa a little over 100 years ago. In 1895 a “magnetic healer” as he was called, by the name of DD Palmer operated an office on the corner of Second and Brady street in downtown Davenport. Dr. Palmer, as he
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