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4 reasons you may want to add vinegar to your nightly bath water

Taking a nice hot bath at the end of a long, stressful day can help reduce your stress and relax your mind. Add a glass of wine and some soothing music and you’ve got a sleep-inducing bedtime ritual. However, if it is better health you seek with your nighttime bath habit, you may want to […]

Don’t overlook durable medical equipment (DME) in patient care

From cervical collars for auto accident victims to knee braces, DME can be critical in the early stages of the healing process for patients, and a lucrative business for chiropractors with certification.

How to avoid disability claim landmines

Here is what to expect and questions you’ll need to answer if pursuing a partial or total disability claim. Not knowing the answers could cost you.

Shin splint anatomy and treatment

“Shin splints” – or medial tibial stress syndrome — has become a household word as more people pursue exercise for recreation and better health.

3 best supplements to manage hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism, or underactive thyroid, affects approximately 4.6% of Americans ages 12 and older, or approximately five out of every 100 people. It is also much more likely to affect women and those over the age of 60.1 Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland, located at the front of the neck, does not produce enough hormones […]

What’s the best way to take CBD and hemp oil?

Cannabidiol (CBD) sales in America are expected to increase five-fold in the years ahead. It’s expected to grow  from over $358 million in 2017 to more than $1.8 billion by the year 2022 according to data compiled by Statista. This is good news because it means that people who are interested in taking CBD will […]

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The benefits of using natural topical products for pain relief

Though available pain remedies include taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, engaging in physical therapy, and — in severe cases — undergoing surgery, some patients have found relief with all-natural herbal options instead. Natural emollients such as beeswax, jojoba seed oil, cottonseed oil and shea butter are good for moisturizing and softening skin, but are also effective as carriers for pain-relieving ingredients in topical creams.

A primer to incorporating stem cells in your practice

Sponsored Content Stem cells and their application to chiropractic has not always been clear-cut or widely accepted. However, as an addition to your practice they can open up new doors of healing. But what are stem cells and what can they do for your practice? Stem cell therapy is one of the most important discoveries ever made in the health care field. First let’s talk about stem cells, what they are, and why they are so important.

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Substituting healthy plant proteins for red meat lowers risk for heart disease

Diets that replaced red meat with healthy plant proteins led to decreases in risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to a new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Purdue University. The study is the first meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials examining the health effects of red meat by substituting it […]

Interns join Chiropractic Health Center at Sherman College

Thirty-three interns are now ready to serve the community and see patients at the Sherman College Chiropractic Health Center, a teaching clinic for senior students in their final stage of internship prior to graduation from the doctor of chiropractic program. Interns celebrated the entrance of this final phase of their chiropractic education recently during a […]

New foundation honors passing of chiropractor Carol Ann Malizia

The chiropractic industry lost an inspiring, award-winning advocate with the passing of educator, author, consultant and coaching expert Carol Ann Malizia, DC, in April.

Just an hour of weekly walking staves off disability

Just one hour a week of brisk walking — as if you are late to an appointment or trying to make a train — staves off disability in older adults with arthritis pain, or aching or stiffness in a knee, hip, ankle or foot, reports a new Northwestern Medicine study. “This is less than 10 […]

NBCE issues call for nominations

The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) has issued a call for nominations to fill two upcoming vacancies for At-Large members of the Board of Directors. Elections will be held on May 4 following the 2019 Annual Meeting in San Diego on May 3. For more information about the annual meeting, please visit: nbce.org/annual-meeting/nbd-agenda/. The […]

Chiropractic most-used complementary health care therapy for horses in survey

A recently-released American Horse Publications (AHP) survey revealed that chiropractic care is the most-used complementary therapy for horse owners in the U.S. Of more than 9,000 respondents, 60% used at least one form of complementary therapy for their horses, lead by chiropractic which was used by 42.8% of these horse owners. Next up were massage […]

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How green can your practice grow?

The United States generates an enormous amount of waste that presents a serious threat to our environment and wildlife. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Americans produced approximately 258 million tons of trash just in 2014. Recycling and “going green” are ways to reduce the amount of waste each of us produces. But just how much of a difference can we make by being more aware of our wasteful habits and working to reduce them?

About Chiropractic Economics

Founded in 1954, Chiropractic Economics is a chiropractic magazine that has focused on bridging the gap between what doctors of chiropractic learn about healthcare and what they need to know as entrepreneurs who command successful, thriving practices. We are the top-rated resource for chiropractic news, marketing, consulting, financial planning, attracting and retaining patients, and motivating and managing employees. We provide information for practicing chiropractors, with a focus on office management, patient relations, personal development, financial planning, legal, clinical and research data, and wellness and nutrition.