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367- Avoiding Lumbar Discectomy with Chiropractor

Can visiting a chiropractor reduce your chances of having a lumbar discectomy? For people with lumbar radiculopathy, the answer is yes! Discover how chiropractic may help you avoid spine surgery on today's episode.

Episode Notes:

Association between chiropractic spinal manipulation and lumbar discectomy in adults with lumbar disc herniation and radiculopathy: retrospective cohort study using United States' data

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

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ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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366- The Risks of Posterior Lumbar Spinal Fusion Surgery

The number of lumbar spinal fusions has increased dramatically over the past decades. Tune in to today’s episode to hear about the research which highlights the risks of posterior lumbar spinal fusion surgery. Unfortunately, many people are unaware that every 2 days someone passes after this surgery.

Episode Notes:

Perioperative mortality after lumbar spinal fusion surgery: an analysis of epidemiology and risk factors

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

Patient Pilot by The Smart Chiropractor is the fastest, easiest way to grow your practice on autopilot…without spending any money on advertising. Discover more and access our 3X ROI Guarantee here!

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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365- The Risk of Stroke After a Chiropractic Adjustment

On today's episode, we explore the largest study ever performed analyzing the association between cervical spinal manipulation (chiropractic adjustments) and cervical artery dissection/stroke. Spoiler- the researchers found no association which further highlights the safety of chiropractic care.

Episode Notes:

Association between cervical artery dissection and spinal manipulative therapy -a medicare claims analysis

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

Patient Pilot by The Smart Chiropractor is the fastest, easiest way to grow your practice on autopilot…without spending any money on advertising. Discover more and access our 3X ROI Guarantee here!

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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364- Automations that Fill the Holes in Your Bucket

If you have an email list of more than 300, you don't have a new patient problem- you have a retention and reactivation issue. In this episode, we dive into the 3 campaigns you can use to begin filling the holes in your practice bucket and will keep your schedule full.

Episode Notes:

Get the Campaigns + Email Templates discussed on this episode here.

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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363- Can Modic Changes Predict Recovery From Low Back Pain

Modic changes can occur in the spine and are often viewed on X-Rays and MRI's of people with low back pain. This study sought to discover whether modic type 1 changes were a prognostic factor in the recovery from chronic non-specific low back pain.

Episode Notes:

Are Modic changes prognostic for recovery in a cohort of patients with non-specific low back pain?

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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362- The Multifidus and Degenerative Disease Patterns

Degeneration of the multifidus muscle has been associated with lumbar spine degeneration. On this new episode, we explore the latest research identifying different degeneration patterns of paraspinal muscles in degenerative lumbar diseases.

Episode Notes:

Different degeneration patterns of paraspinal muscles in degenerative lumbar diseases

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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361- The Association Between Headache and Low Back Pain

Chronic headaches and low back pain have taken over the lives of millions of people. But is there an association between these seemingly unrelated health issues? We explore the latest research on today's episode.

Episode Notes:

The association between headache and low back pain: a systematic review

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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360- Forward Head Posture, Gait, and Postural Control

Discover the latest research on the intersection of forward head posture, gait, and postural control. Lot's of clinically relevant information in this new episode!

Episode Notes:

The relationship between forward head posture, postural control and gait: A systematic review

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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359- Reliability of Cervical Spine Pain Drawings

For people with cervical radiculopathy, pain drawings are often used in conjunction with MRI findings to determine the level of challenge. But how reliable are those pain drawings? Tune in to this weeks episode to discover what the latest research says.

Episode Notes:

Determining the level of cervical radiculopathy: Agreement between visual inspection of pain drawings and magnetic resonance imaging

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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358- Brain Activity Changes in Lumbar Disc Patients with Spinal Adjustments

Spinal adjustments can influence brain activity in patients with symptomatic disc herniations. Discover the latest research highlighting how spinal manipulation can impact the central nervous system.

Episode Notes:

A spinal manipulative therapy altered brain activity in patients with lumbar disc herniation: A resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging study

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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357- Chiropractic Care for Older Adults with Low Back Pain

Low back pain is the top cause of disability for older adults. New research highlights how, and why, chiropractic care is one of the best options for adults to overcome low back pain before it becomes chronic.

Episode Notes:

Spinal manipulative therapy in older adults with chronic low back pain: an individual participant data meta-analysis

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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356- The Future of Foot Orthotics

Foot orthotics can help patients improve from back, leg, and foot issues. They are a great complement to the care you provide, but many chiropractors aren't sure where to get started when offering orthotics in practice. Join me for a conversation with Dr. Anthony from PowerStep on today's episode!

Episode Notes:

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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355- Overcoming New Patient, Retention, and Reactivation Problems

Today we explore the most important strategies to identify and overcome new patient, retention, and reactivation problems. This episode will improve the business of your practice!

Episode Notes:

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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354- Multifidus Changes with Spinal Degeneration

The multifidus is one of the most important stabilizing muscles in the low back. In today's episode, we explore new research highlighting the associations between spinal degeneration and multifidus changes.

Episode Notes:

Spinal degeneration is associated with lumbar multifidus morphology in secondary care patients with low back or leg pain

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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353- The Most Important Question You Can Ask to Get More Referrals

In this episode, we explore the most important question you can ask to get more MD referrals. Meetings don't need to be stressful when you have a plan. Listen in and get more MD referrals with your chiropractic marketing!

Episode Notes:

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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352- Cervical Disc Degeneration and Neck Pain

Is cervical disc degeneration linked to neck pain? In this episode, we explore a new study that highlights how the degenerative, and inflammatory, cascade can contribute to neck pain.

Episode Notes:

Cervical disc degeneration and neck pain

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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351- How to Stop Always Needing More New Patients

There are too many chiropractors who, each month, always "need" more new patients. In this episode, we'll get tactical on how you can fill the holes in your practice bucket and take steps to reduce the constant need for more new patients!

Episode Notes:

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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350- How NSAID's Inhibit the Healing Process

NSAID's are commonly prescribed to treat spinal (neck and low back) pain. But, did you know that these medications actually increase the risk of moving from acute to chronic pain because they inhibit the healing process? Learn more in today’s episode.

Episode Notes:

Acute inflammatory response via neutrophil activation protects against the development of chronic pain

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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349- Using Flexion Distraction to Find Relief from Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

Flexion-distraction is a powerful treatment that can provide significant relief from neurogenic claudication and spinal stenosis. Discover just how powerful this technique can be in this new episode.

Episode Notes:

The influence of flexion distraction spinal manipulation on patients with lumbar spinal stenosis

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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348- Chiropractic After Surgery, Does it Help?

With up to a 40% risk of failed spine surgery, the need for post-surgical treatment options has never been greater. Discover the new research showcasing how effective chiropractic care after surgery can be at reducing pain and improving function.

Episode Notes:

Effectiveness of Multimodal Chiropractic Care Featuring Spinal Manipulation for Persistent Spinal Pain Syndrome Following Lumbar Spine Surgery

Designed by a Podiatrist over 30 years ago after seeing similarities in many of the custom devices he was creating, PowerStep offers an affordable, same day solution that combines support and cushioning.  Want to try a pair for yourself, click here for a free sample pair. with the code EBC

The Smart Chiropractor powers your patient journey to provide you with more qualified leads, more new patients, better patient retention, and consistent reactivations, without any money spent on advertising.

ChiroMatchMakers specializes in DC and CA hiring. We have over 100 positions available right now with salaries starting at $85K. Discover the available positions today by clicking here.

Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

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