Why Many DCs Offer Herbs
April, 2010
According to a previous survey, approximately one-third of chiropractors in the United States recommend herbs to their patients. While more recent studies differ, it appears that this number has grown to approximately 40 percent of the profession.

Selecting an Instrument Adjusting System: Adjust Your Thinking First
April, 2010
It's not something chiropractors like to consider, but performing manual adjusting or positioning patients is not without its hazards to the DC. In fact, one study noted that as many as 40 percent of chiropractors had suffered a serious injury within the first five years of practice from either manipulating (67 percent) or positioning (11 percent) a patient.

The Office Design Opportunity
March, 2010
Call it the "Pullman car" phenomenon. Tight, long hallways. Doors to the left and right. Decor that hasn't been updated in years. Other then a cramped waiting room, the classic railroad car is a pretty apt description of far too many chiropractic offices.

Products and Services That Can Successfully Enhance Your Practice
March, 2010
In an effort to help you enhance your practice and increase your bottom line, DC PracticeINSIGHTS asks practicing doctors of chiropractic like you for ideas and solutions that have been tested in real-world environments.

Working With Distributors: Service, Not Price, Comes First
March, 2010
There are a number of companies that sell supplies to doctors of chiropractic, but most DCs order supplies and equipment from only a small handful of distributors. More than 70 percent of the profession is aware of each of these companies.

Nearly Half of DCs Report Negative Experiences With Billing Services
March, 2010
Our recent Dynamic Chiropractic PracticeINSIGHTS poll asked: "What is your experience with billing services?" While almost one-third of respondents (30 percent) had no opinion either way, almost half of clinicians who took the time to respond had either a negative or a very negative opinion (48 percent), and felt that billing services just couldn't adapt to what their specific office needed.

5 Great Ways to Build a Successful Relationship With a PI Attorney
March, 2010
Personal-injury (PI) cases are neither easy nor are they usually resolved quickly. Winning takes patience, teamwork and a great deal of trust. Here are a few easy ways to build that trust right at the beginning of your relationship with a PI attorney.