It is important to know how to choose a chiropractor correctly. Chiropractor Types The two main types of chiropractor are straight and mixed. Patients may want to consider this when they choose a chiropractor. To give a brief history, straight chiropractors practice “objective straight” chiropractic (OSC), and they don’t mix the chiropractic with anything else. There are also “traditional … [Read more...]
Chiropractor Malpractice
As there is malpractice insurance for doctors of medicine, malpractice insurance carriers also serve chiropractors. Chiropractic Injury Chiropractic manipulation, include neck manipulation, is generally safe for most patients. Chiropractic neck injuries are rare. Chiropractors are careful about treating patients with certain issues. In particular, strokes may be caused by VAD, or Vertebral … [Read more...]
Massage Therapy Schools and Training
Massage therapists need specialized education and training. Massage Therapy Career Massage therapists use many techniques to manipulate soft tissues and muscles in the body. They can use their hands, elbows, forearms, and feet to perform massages.1 Massage is not just for spas; it is a “health and wellness profession”. The American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) estimates that there are … [Read more...]
The ACA Code of Ethics
The American Chiropractic Association has a code of ethics. What is the ACA? The ACA, or American Chiropractic Association, represents chiropractors. It is the largest US professional association to do so. Its goals are to contribute to “the health and well-being…of chiropractic patients” and to promote “the highest standards of ethics and patient care”. The ACA also lobbies for legislation … [Read more...]
Training Specialties at Palmer College of Chiropractic
Palmer College of Chiropractic was the first chiropractic school. History of Palmer College of Chiropractic Located in Davenport, IA, the Palmer College of Chiropractic was founded by Daniel David Palmer in 1897. It was originally named the “Palmer School and Cure”. Dr. B.J. Palmer, son of D.D. Palmer, took charge of the school in 1904. It was B.J. Palmer’s son, Dr. David D. Palmer, who … [Read more...]
Massage Therapy on Cruise Ships
Cruise ships offer a variety of amenities, including medical care, spa experiences, and even massage therapy. Vacation Injuries and Illnesses Cruise ships are a floating resort experience. They provide many opportunities to be physically active, from dancing and swimming, to sightseeing and off-shore excursions, and some offer ice-skating, rock climbing, and even zip lining. All of these … [Read more...]
Product: ChiroTouch Software
Features of ChiroTouch Chiropractors rely on accurate records, billing, and insurance information in order to maximize their office’s potential, and a product like ChiroTouch can help. By using the right chiropractic software, offices can spend more time treating patients and growing their practice. ChiroTouch is a complete software package that allows chiropractors to more easily take patient … [Read more...]
Product: Platinum System Software
Chiropractic offices have many options for tools to run smoothly. Choosing the proper software can be a step in the right direction. Platinum System Software is one of those chiropractic office tools that can include Electronic Health Records (EHR) to make the front office and back office work together seamlessly. Features of Platinum System Software Platinum System is touted as being the … [Read more...]
Chiropractic Tool: Digital X-Ray
Managing a patient’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) is becoming very important to medical professionals. For the busy chiropractic office, having these records available enhances patient care and allows the office to have updated and accurate information right at their fingertips. There are many companies that provide digital X-ray systems so that EHRs can contain this medical information more … [Read more...]
Product: E-Z BIS Software
Chiropractic offices rely on quality equipment to help them treat their patients efficiently and effectively. There are many tools that they can use, and busy offices need software that will help them manage all of the necessary files on each patient. Some chiropractic offices use E-Z BIS Office, combined with Electronic Health Records (EHR). Features of E-Z BIS There are many features of … [Read more...]