Research

Access clinical research abstracts and snippets of studies on DC Aligned, submitted by industry thought leaders and vendor partners. You will get the research behind varying treatment techniques and cutting-edge equipment.

June 27, 2019

Top 2019 Chiropractic Trends for Your Clinic

As healthcare professionals and trusted wellness advisors, we’re always looking for innovative solutions to improve outcomes with patients to help them reach their goals whether it be: Reducing pain, Improving function, Addressing a chronic condition or disease, Rehabbing from an injury or surgery, Prepping for a performance or competition, or Simply improving quality of life. The products and concepts below …

Rachel Ford

Content Writer, Health & Wellness Enthusiast

June 13, 2019

Treatments for Low Back Pain—Time for a Change

Insurer Coverage of Nonpharmacological Treatments for Low Back Pain—Time for a Change Christine M. Goertz, DC, PhD; Steven Z. George, PT, PhD JAMA Network Open. 2018;1(6):e183037. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2018.3037 Low back pain is one of the most common reasons patients seek medical care and is highly correlated with opioid use.1Both factors have contributed to a major public health crisis resulting from opioid overuse and …

Dr. Christine Goertz

D.C., Ph.D., COO Spine IQ

June 6, 2019

Billing & Coding Strategies to Improve Reimbursement

Question: “Dr. Kotlar, my recordkeeping, coding and collection systems are outdated. I’ve been documenting the same way for the last eight years even though I’ve added more services and products. I am seeing more patients, but not collecting more money. Can you share some tips to help me improve?” Answer: Yes, here are 5 ways to improve coding, compliance and …

Dr. Marty Kotlar

DC, CPCO, CBCS

June 5, 2019

Is Your Team Designed to Get the “Right” Results?

If we think about it, there is undoubtedly a cause and effect relationship to the results we get as a company or team. For example, if our company experiences high turnover, what do we need to change? You might be tempted to think that the people hired weren’t the right fit or that it’s just what happens in today’s society. …

Dr. David S. Myers

PT, DPT, OCS, CIMT, ATC/L

May 30, 2019

Homeopathics help support the chiropractic adjustment

When first developed, Chiropractic adjustments were all that were needed to keep the body healthy. As our food, air and water supplies have become more toxic over the last century, natural practitioners have found that homeopathics help support the effectiveness of chiropractic adjustments. At Belanger Chiropractic we incorporate homeopathics to complement our whole body approach to wellness. We’ve seen stellar …

Dr. Sheila Belanger

May 29, 2019

Cutting-Edge Rehab and Recovery System Backed by Research

Cutting-Edge Rehab and Recovery System Backed by Research NORMATEC PULSE PRO 2.0 The Ultimate Rehab and Recovery Experience The NormaTec PULSE PRO 2.0 is today’s most advanced athlete recovery system. It brings you cutting-edge connectivity and powerful results in a compact, modern design that travels well and is built to last. The PULSE PRO 2.0 is used for both rehab …

Rachel Ford

Content Writer, Health & Wellness Enthusiast

May 28, 2019

Understanding the benefits of Photobiomodulation (PBM) or Laser Therapy, Part 1

There is often confusion in the medical field when clinicians research the topic of laser. At the center of the confusion is power and its relationship to lasers’ effect on tissue, which is referred to as photobiomodulation (PBM). To understand the role of power, there needs to be an understanding of its relationship to laser dosing, penetration, and how higher power lasers …

Dr. Mark Callanen

PT, DPT, OCS

May 8, 2019

Recent Research Connecting the Gut and Multi-System Health

More and more clinical studies are making the connection between the balance of bacteria in the gut to issues that may not seem immediately related, such as cognitive health, digestive support, immune support, and even behavioral issues. Even mainstream pundits and practitioners who have traditionally been wary of implementing supplements as part of their protocols are touting the benefits of …

Matt Kraft

Nutritional Consultation Specialist for MeyerDC

May 7, 2019

Research Around One of the Most Nutrient-Dense Foods on Earth

MYOS RENS Technology is excited to announce the launch of YOLKED®, a revolutionary formula for better health. Our team of scientists identified a natural bioactive composition called Fortetropin®, derived from fertilized egg yolk using a unique high-grade, patented process. Fortetropin® is a revolutionary, all-natural product that delivers the nutrients and benefits of raw, fertilized egg yolk in a delicious, safe to …

Maghsoud Dariani

Leader, Science & Technology

April 11, 2019

Corporate Innovators Integrate Chiropractic Care into Healthcare Clinics

Chiropractic Yields Improved Outcomes, Costs, and Absenteeism and Increases Employee Retention The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress is proud to announce the launch of its brand-new corporate wellness white paper, “Corporate Innovators Integrate Chiropractic Care into Healthcare Clinics.” This paper validates the benefits of chiropractic care, which include improved outcomes, reduced costs and absenteeism, and increased employee retention for companies when …