As the end of the year approaches, and ACA takes stock of the progress we have made as an association in moving closer to goals and keeping vital initiatives moving forward, I’m reminded of how lucky we are to have...
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Social Determinants of Health and the Chiropractic Office
Creating greater equity in health care is one reason behind the rising interest in addressing factors, beyond health care, that impact patients’ health and longevity. Awareness of the social determinants of health (SDOH) can also help providers deliver more patient-centered...
Rehab and Conditioning for Older Adults
Having strong muscles, bones and joints can make a tremendous difference in a person’s quality of life as they age, enabling them to prevent falls and continue to engage in activities of daily living – enhancing their overall independence. Surprisingly,...
VA Community Care Network: What Practicing DCs Need to Know
Utilization of chiropractic care within the Veterans Administration (VA) healthcare system takes place at both “on-station” clinics and through a network of providers in the community. As the need for more community-based providers increases, “[t]his makes shared understanding of the...
Thanks for a Strong Healthspan Campaign: National Chiropractic Health Month Recap
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) would like to send special thanks to everyone who participated in National Chiropractic Health Month 2024. With this year’s “Plan for a Strong Healthspan” theme, together we raised awareness of the importance of musculoskeletal health...
Using Technology to Improve Patient Care in Your Chiropractic Clinic
In chiropractic practices, patient-centered technologies are instrumental in optimizing efficiency and elevating patient care standards. From administrative tools to cutting-edge innovations, technology can seamlessly integrate into your clinic – if you choose wisely. Below, we discuss 10 tech solutions for...
Patient-First Platforms: Keeping Patients Engaged
Chiropractors, like other providers, face the challenge of patient turnover. Once a patient’s immediate needs have been addressed, they may not return unless they encounter another issue. This presents a unique opportunity for chiropractic clinics: by creating a “patient-first platform”...
Chiropractor Remembers Her Olympic Summer in Paris
Summer may be behind us, but for ACA member Tamara Lovelace, DC, DACBSP, ICCSP, CKTP, of Portsmouth, Ore., her summer memories won’t fade any time soon. Dr. Lovelace had the honor of serving Team USA at the Paris Olympics. The...
Healthspan: Not Easily Defined or Measured, But a Key Goal to Pursue
Healthspan has been described as the period of life spent in good health, free from diseases and disabilities.(1) The concept of healthspan can be confusing. For example, good health has different meanings to different people. And, because health exists in...
ACA Urges Chiropractic Profession, Patients to Make Voices Heard on Campaign Trail
An active presence is required this fall to ensure chiropractic is in the forefront of the healthcare debate. As the presidential and congressional campaigns begin to heat up, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is asking all doctors of chiropractic, chiropractic...
