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JACA Online

The Journal of the American Chiropractic Association (JACA) Online is a peer-reviewed, primary source journal that is dedicated to the advancement of chiropractic health care principles and practice. JACA is indexed in MANTIS, CINAHL, the Index of Chiropractic Literature and SPORTDiscus.

Current Issue: March - April 2013

FOCUS
Mainstreamed Wellness Equals Changes for Chiropractic, Part II
By Carol Marleigh Kline, JACA Online editor
Dr. Steven Kraus talks more about the health care changes that will affect chiropractic and how collaboration will lead to better care for patients and more patients for DCs. Full Text >>

EVIDENCE IN ACTION
Core Stabilization for Low-Back Pain
By Makani Lew, BCs, DC
Dr. Lew explains how core exercises have changed—and why. Full Text >>

FEATURE
Basal Cell Carcinoma and the Doctor of Chiropractic
By David J. Schimp, DC, DACNB, DAAPM
Because chiropractors see so much skin, they are in a perfect position to spot skin cancer if they know what they are looking for. Dr. Schimp suggests DCs educate themselves on skin cancer’s signs—and uses his own nose as an example. Full Text >>

Open-Access Journal Abstracts
By Linda Zange, DC
Dr. Zange contributes several abstracts of interest to the chiropractic community. Full Text >>

STUDY SPOTLIGHT
Hip/Knee Osteoarthritis Treatment
By James W. Brantingham, DC, PhD
Dr. Brantingham analyzes the importance to the profession of a recent randomized controlled trial (RCT). Full Text >>

FEATURE
Adapted Musculoskeletal Systems: Causes and Restorations
By Anthony Lombardi, DC
Dr. Lombardi recommends an updated approach to what’s happening on a musculoskeletal level when patients experience pain and dysfunction. Full Text >>

LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Dr. Derek Smith speaks out on the “Happily Ever After” article written by Dr. Robert Cooperstein, and Dr. Cooperstein responds. Full Text >>

NEWS
American Chiropractic Board of Occupational Health Examinations
Access this notice for information on written and practical ACBOH examinations to be held in Minnesota in June, August, and November. Full Text >>

PATIENT EDUCATION
Barefoot Running
By William Morgan, DC
Barefoot running is gaining traction among athletes, and for good reason. It’s not for everyone, but advocates make some compelling arguments in favor of getting rid of excessive shoe cushioning and support. Full Text >>

For the complete issue of JACA, click here.[pdf]