Dynamic Chiropractic

This article addresses the critical and often overlooked negative consequences of prescription and nonprescription drug use on the gut microbiome. A healthy gut microbiome is fundamental to overall wellness, influencing brain, metabolic, cardiovascular, and immune health; disruptions, however, are linked to conditions ranging from IBS and obesity to neurological disorders (like depression and Alzh...

The Letter to the Editor discusses the crucial issue of recognizing and responding to potential strokes in chiropractic practice, particularly focusing on vertebral artery dissection (VAD). The authors affirm that while chiropractors are not expected to diagnose strokes, they must refer patients for urgent evaluation if symptoms diverge from typical musculoskeletal presentations. The article ackno...

This segment compiles several updates relevant to the chiropractic community. The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP) celebrated the launch of Adjusted Reality: Supercharge Your Whole-Being for Optimal Living and Longevity, authored by F4CP President Dr. Sherry McAllister, with a successful launch party in New York City. The event, attended by thought leaders and influencers, focused on ig...

Part 2 of this series tackles the systemic administrative and financial hardships faced by Doctors of Chiropractic (DCs), suggesting that hostile tactics similar to historical attempts to "contain and eliminate" the profession persist through contemporary business practices. While DCs provide convenient, evidence-based care, intermediary DC networks function to convert this care into a commodity,...

This clinical case report illustrates the application of the evidence-based, patient-centered model of care, emphasizing the necessary integration of the best available literature, clinical expertise, and respect for the patient’s wants and needs. The patient was a 44-year-old female presenting with chronic neck pain and cervicogenic vertigo (dizziness upon head movement), symptoms that began 15 y...

The article examines gaze stabilization—the complex system that ensures crisp vision and stable balance during head movement—and its critical relevance for Doctors of Chiropractic (DCs) in fall prevention. Proper stabilization relies on the sophisticated interaction of three key reflexes: the vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR), the cervico-ocular reflex (COR), and saccadic eye movements (SEMs). The COR...

This article stresses the criticality of accurate charting in chiropractic risk management, particularly focusing on the clinical discussion that links findings to recommended treatment. The author advises that while Electronic Health Record (EHR) templates are useful for recording factual exam findings, the DC’s professional opinion and ethical obligations should be documented in a separate, dedi...

Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has made a major step in its mission to become the nation's first Integrative, Whole Health University by announcing an agreement with Pacific College of Health and Science (PCHS). Pending regulatory approval, PCHS’ San Diego and Chicago campuses—including all students, faculty, staff, and academic programs—will officially join SCU in May 202...

The article highlights BAC-PAC (Better Access to Chiropractic PAC) as a critical initiative designed to address chiropractic’s long-standing lag in political influence, which has historically restricted patient access and limited reimbursement in Washington, D.C.. BAC-PAC is the profession’s first and only federal super PAC, dedicated to electing and supporting pro-chiropractic members of Congress...

Addressing the pervasive crisis of professional burnout—a 2022 study revealed a 63% burnout rate among U.S. medical doctors, with moderate to high emotional exhaustion also reported by chiropractors—this article introduces a remarkably simple yet powerful intervention: the use of a smartwatch. A recent randomized clinical trial tracked 184 physicians and found that giving doctors a way to monitor...

This article advocates for the integration of regenerative medicine with rehabilitation, describing these advanced therapies as a "force multiplier" for chronic soft-tissue injuries that fail to resolve with rehab alone. When persistent inflammation, disorganized collagen, and scarred tissues require a deeper biological reset, regenerative options—which are now considered frontline—come into play....

This article provides an evidence-based approach for Doctors of Chiropractic (DCs) to manage Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Girdle Pain (PPGP), a common condition affecting between 20% and 50% of pregnant women. PPGP is understood as a complex condition driven by hormonal changes (like joint laxity from relaxin), altered biomechanics, and crucial muscle imbalances. The author asserts that chiropractors...

The article serves as a crucial warning to clinicians regarding the limitations of "Dr. AI," cautioning that significant blind spots can easily mislead patients who place too much trust in its answers. A primary limitation is access: AI models are largely restricted to open-access journals, leaving approximately 75% of medical literature inaccessible due to subscription paywalls. When full text is...

This piece emphasizes that genuine recovery involves reversing dysfunctional compensation patterns and restoring normal function, extending beyond the mere cessation of pain. Effective rehabilitation requires combining evidence-based interventions with precise correction. The foundation of effective rehab is Progressive Loading, where appropriately modulated stress stimulates tissue remodeling and...

This article serves as a critical exposé on the practices of insurance companies administering Medicare Advantage (MA) plans, detailing corruption and schemes that undermine the system. A major concern is "upcoding," where insurers deliberately add bogus or more complex, highly reimbursed diagnoses to patient records to extract significantly higher payments from the federal government, often for c...

This article dispels several persistent myths surrounding lateral hip pain, now correctly identified as greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS). Myth Buster #1 establishes that localized lateral hip pain is rarely caused by an inflamed trochanteric bursa (found in less than 3% of cases); it is overwhelmingly a gluteal tendinopathy, typically involving the medius and minimus tendons. Furthermore,...

Troy University, a public institution in Alabama with a history spanning 138 years, is set to host the nation’s second Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) program at a U.S. public university. The program has received approval from the Alabama Commission on Higher Education, with final accreditation pending from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Strategically located...

The article encourages chiropractors to use the approaching year-end (2025) as a vital moment for professional and personal reflection, setting the stage for a better 2026. This strategic process begins with reflecting on 2025 successes, identifying achievements, and noting missed opportunities. Step 2 involves decisive planning for 2026, including routine changes, and defining what activities nee...

This article, the sixth installment in a series, honors Dr. Claire Welsh, DC, FICA, recognizing her as a Hall of Honor Charter Inductee for her extraordinary fervor and dedication to the chiropractic profession. Dr. Welsh earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree magna cum laude in 1988 from Life Chiropractic College, following an academically distinguished career that included work as a bacteriolo...

This article, drawing inspiration from Charles Dickens, captures the current, paradoxical state of the chiropractic profession: recognized by high-quality research and clinical guidelines as a first-line option for spinal disorders, yet undermined by administrative and financial challenges. The authors assert that reliance on new guidelines or research alone is insufficient; systemic changes to pa...

A recent study highlights a significant disparity in continuing education (CE) requirements across healthcare professions, revealing barriers that specifically hinder the professional development of chiropractors (DCs). The research compared state licensing board information and found that non-DC professionals, including medical doctors (MDs), doctors of osteopathy (DOs), and athletic trainers (AT...

Hiring staff in a growing chiropractic practice should be a strategic move, not a reaction driven by stress or burnout. The article helps practitioners navigate the "growth tension," highlighting the risks of hiring too soon (creating financial pressure and overwhelmed management) versus waiting too long (leading to clinician burnout and compromised patient care). The path to success lies in inten...

This article investigates the potential of curcumin, a polyphenolic substance derived from turmeric, to alleviate delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS), which is caused by microscopic muscle tears and inflammation following strenuous exercise. Research indicates that curcumin possesses potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, allowing it to suppress key inflammatory markers like COX-2,...

Pediatric chiropractic is experiencing an unprecedented surge in relevance, fueled by the Information Age and a growing public dissatisfaction with the limitations of the modern medical model. This shift has provided holistic practitioners with a much larger voice. The article highlights critical pediatric trends that are leading parents to seek chiropractic care. For instance, alarming statistics...

This "News in Brief" compilation provides several key updates relevant to the chiropractic profession. A new national study by the Clinical Compass highlights significant inconsistencies in informed consent requirements for chiropractors across U.S. state and territorial licensing jurisdictions. The study found that most jurisdictions (82%) lack specific format mandates, and many offer insufficien...