Tired of the same old back pain advice? This Dynamic Chiropractic article dives deep into lumbar spine stability, revealing it's far more nuanced than just planks and crunches. The key lies in the balance between superficial prime movers and deeper stabilizer muscles. Often, dominant prime movers become stronger while stabilizers lag, leading to an imbalance called synergistic dominance, a common culprit in low back pain. True spinal stability, the ability to resist buckling and control movement...
Apr 23, 2025•17 min•Ep. 18
The Trump administration's new appointments at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are generating significant interest, particularly for the chiropractic profession. The appointment of Robert Kennedy Jr. as HHS Secretary and Dr. Jay Bhattacharya as the new NIH Director signals a potential shift in healthcare perspectives. Dr. Bhattacharya, known for co-authoring the controversial Great Barrington Declaration which advocated for focused pr...
Apr 23, 2025•14 min•Ep. 13
Treating children of divorced parents presents unique legal and ethical challenges for chiropractors, as highlighted in this Dynamic Chiropractic article. The primary concern revolves around parental consent, especially in joint custody situations where both parents typically need to provide written consent for treatment unless a court order states otherwise. The article recounts a case where a chiropractor faced legal repercussions for assuming one parent had sole authority. To mitigate these m...
Apr 23, 2025•14 min•Ep. 15
Are your patients, especially older adults, taking a cocktail of medications? This Dynamic Chiropractic article shines a light on "deprescribing" – a planned and supervised process of reducing or stopping medications that may no longer be necessary or could be causing harm. The article points out that many individuals, particularly seniors, continue taking drugs without regular review, leading to polypharmacy, which is associated with poor health outcomes. It's alarming that the term "deprescrib...
Apr 23, 2025•11 min•Ep. 20
Get ready for a leadership transition at Life Chiropractic College West! After an impactful tenure since 2017, Dr. Ron Oberstein, the college's third president, will retire on June 30, 2025. He describes his time as president as "one of the most meaningful and transformative experiences" of his life. Dr. Oberstein highlights several key achievements under his leadership, including the opening of Life West Nebraska, the introduction of the Clinically Inspired Curriculum, and the establishment of ...
Apr 23, 2025•11 min•Ep. 23
Ever wonder how your feet impact your back? This fascinating study in Dynamic Chiropractic uncovers the significant link between foot pronation and pelvic alignment. The authors reveal that when the **calcaneus (heel bone)Ever wonder how your feet impact your back? This fascinating study in Dynamic Chiropractic uncovers the significant link between foot pronation and pelvic alignment. The authors reveal that when the **calcaneus (heel bone)Ever wonder how your feet impact your back? This fascina...
Apr 23, 2025•10 min•Ep. 22
Suffering from persistent low back pain? This article from Dynamic Chiropractic highlights a promising addition to traditional core stabilization exercises: diaphragmatic breathing. With a staggering 82% of people experiencing back pain and 10% developing chronic issues, finding effective management strategies is crucial. The article explains how the core trunk musculature, including the diaphragm, plays a vital role in lumbar spine stability. Research indicates that the diaphragm is often fatig...
Apr 23, 2025•11 min•Ep. 14
This Dynamic Chiropractic tribute celebrates the remarkable life and legacy of Dr. James M. Cox (1940-2025), the visionary behind the renowned Cox Technic Flexion Distraction Decompression. A lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, Indiana, his impact resonated globally as a dedicated practicing chiropractor, sought-after speaker at nearly every chiropractic school and major association nationally and internationally, and a prolific author of seminal textbooks like Low Back Pain: Mechanism, Diagnosis, ...
Apr 23, 2025•12 min•Ep. 17
This insightful article in Dynamic Chiropractic delves into the crucial distinction between chronic pain and high-impact chronic pain, a diagnosis that significantly limits daily life and work activities. Drawing on experience with underserved patients, the author highlights that chiropractors may underdiagnose chronic pain due to insurance limitations. The article emphasizes the growing prevalence of both chronic and high-impact chronic pain. It further explores a potential yet often overlooked...
Apr 23, 2025•14 min•Ep. 16
In part two of his article, Dr. Jeffrey Tucker urges chiropractors to actively engage in their patients' cardiovascular health beyond musculoskeletal concerns. He emphasizes the importance of personalized protein intake based on lean body mass and dietary preferences, noting that meat, poultry, and seafood provide coenzyme Q10 which can help preserve nitric oxide. Dr. Tucker strongly advocates for an anti-inflammatory, plant-based forward diet to combat various conditions linked to inflammation,...
Apr 23, 2025•14 min•Ep. 19
This Dynamic Chiropractic article presents two crucial legal updates impacting chiropractors. In New Jersey, a landmark fraud and RICO case initiated by no-fault insurance carriers against doctors, including chiropractors, is under review by the Supreme Court. The case revolves around whether such claims should be pursued in court or through mandatory no-fault arbitration. A Superior Court initially ruled in favor of arbitration for all claims, including IFPA, a decision later reversed by the ap...
Apr 23, 2025•15 min•Ep. 21
The BMJ, formerly the British Medical Journal, has issued a strong recommendation against several commonly used interventional procedures for non-cancer chronic spine pain. This "Rapid Recommendation" advises against joint radiofrequency ablation, epidural injections, joint-targeted injections, and intramuscular injections for chronic axial spine pain, as well as dorsal root ganglion radiofrequency and epidural injections for chronic radicular spine pain. The recommendation, based on a clinical ...
Apr 23, 2025•7 min•Ep. 12
This engaging article, "How DCs Can Help the Population Achieve Cardiovascular Health (Pt. 1)," highlights a concerning reversal in the progress made against cardiovascular disease. Despite significant efforts by the American Heart Association (AHA) over decades, including substantial research funding, heart disease remains the leading cause of death. The author, Dr. Jeffrey Tucker, argues that medical doctors and the public need the help of Doctors of Chiropractic (DCs) in addressing this criti...
Apr 01, 2025•16 min•Ep. 10
The Chiropractic Future Strategic Plan (CFSP) emerged from a unified vision at the 2019 ChiroCongress convention, aiming to secure a thriving future for the chiropractic profession. This groundbreaking initiative unites the community through collaboration and data-driven strategies. Key to its efforts are several workgroups. The Better Access to Chiropractic PAC (BAC PAC) works to elect pro-chiropractic candidates, even releasing a historic commercial in support of one candidate. The ChiroTech C...
Apr 01, 2025•12 min•Ep. 3
The article from Dynamic Chiropractic delves into a contentious issue: the American Chiropractic Association's (ACA) collaboration with non-accredited chiropractic practitioners in Japan. These individuals, associated with the Zenkenkai group, receive a brief training from Texas Chiropractic College (TCC) and operate as "chiropractic therapists" in Japan. This partnership has ignited frustration and concern among US Doctors of Chiropractic (DCs), who view it as a threat to the profession's integ...
Apr 01, 2025•12 min•Ep. 5
The article "Stationary Bike Riding for Management of Parkinson’s Disease" highlights the potential of variable-tempo recumbent bicycle training as a safe and effective way to improve motor function in individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD). PD is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder affecting nearly 1 million Americans and incurring substantial annual costs. While conventional medical treatments offer symptom relief, they do not alter the disease's progression. Emerging evidence suggests...
Apr 01, 2025•11 min•Ep. 7
This engaging article, "How DCs Can Help the Population Achieve Cardiovascular Health (Pt. 1)," highlights a concerning reversal in the progress made against cardiovascular disease. Despite significant efforts by the American Heart Association (AHA) over decades, including substantial research funding, heart disease remains the leading cause of death. The author, Dr. Jeffrey Tucker, argues that medical doctors and the public need the help of Doctors of Chiropractic (DCs) in addressing this criti...
Apr 01, 2025•12 min•Ep. 9
Building exceptional professional relationships, according to Dr. Daniel Dahan, is not merely a strategy but a reflection of core human values like kindness, generosity, sensitivity, trust, and care. True professional success is intertwined with the connections we cultivate, making relationships pivotal in our journey. The article emphasizes that trust, built through active listening and genuine concern, is essential. Instead of trying to impress, expressing sincerity and empathy helps build bri...
Apr 01, 2025•13 min•Ep. 11
Posture is experiencing a surge in interest within healthcare, not just for its long-recognized role in musculoskeletal health but also for its potential links to longevity and even cognitive brain function. While researchers explore these connections, clinicians are witnessing the detrimental effects of poor posture on pain, degeneration, and movement. Posture, our body's way of maintaining balance, is largely an automatic process influenced by various factors, with ideal posture requiring mini...
Apr 01, 2025•11 min•Ep. 6
"RFK Jr. and the Future of Chiropractic" discusses how Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s health care perspectives could significantly benefit the chiropractic profession. The author argues that RFK Jr.'s advocacy for natural health, reduced pharmaceutical reliance, and informed patient choice aligns with chiropractic principles. This alignment presents a four-year window of opportunity for chiropractors to elevate their role in health care by expanding public awareness, engaging consumers, strengthening p...
Apr 01, 2025•11 min•Ep. 1
Chiropractic care in Latin America has experienced remarkable growth over the past 25 years, expanding from virtually no established schools or practitioners to 10 legitimate schools and significant numbers of chiropractors in countries like Brazil and Mexico. This growth signals increasing demand and trust in the profession. However, this rapid expansion has brought challenges, notably a lack of standardized regulation and accreditation which has allowed unqualified individuals and institutions...
Apr 01, 2025•10 min•Ep. 8
The article "Stem Cells for Musculoskeletal Conditions: Hope or Hype?" from Dynamic Chiropractic explores the current state of stem cell therapies for musculoskeletal diseases. While human stem cells possess remarkable potential for regenerative medicine, the article highlights a critical lack of rigorous scientific evidence supporting the effectiveness and safety of treatments offered by commercial stem cell clinics using minimally manipulated adult-sourced cells. For conditions like disc pain,...
Apr 01, 2025•11 min•Ep. 4
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) has reached a $2.8 billion settlement to resolve antitrust claims from healthcare providers, including chiropractors. The lawsuit alleged that BCBS limited competition and lowered reimbursements by dividing the nation into exclusive regions. Chiropractors who treated at least one BCBS-insured patient between July 24, 2008, and October 4, 2024, are likely eligible for a payment from a dedicated $224 million fund. To receive compensation, eligible providers must submi...
Apr 01, 2025•9 min•Ep. 2
