Staying at the forefront of evidence-based care is essential for providing the best outcomes for your patients. That’s why we’ve curated the top 10 chiropractic research studies from 2024, highlighting groundbreaking findings that reaffirm the power of spinal manipulation, nerve mobilization, and other chiropractic interventions. This blog delivers real-world actionable insights to elevate your practice. Plus, we’ve included practical tools like infographics, videos, and toolkits to help you implement these findings right away.

As we wrap up an incredible 2024 and prepare for an exciting 2025, let’s take a moment to celebrate the chiropractic milestones that defined the year! Want to know what resonated most with your colleagues? Check out our top picks of the year’s most impactful blogs, podcasts, and webinars. These highlights not only captured 2024 but set the stage for an even brighter future in chiropractic care.

Achilles tendinopathy is a common yet complex injury, especially among athletes. As chiropractors, we can effectively treat this condition with evidence-based strategies like eccentric exercises and soft tissue therapy. In this blog, we dive into the causes, symptoms, and cutting-edge treatments for Achilles tendinopathy, offering a comprehensive guide to enhancing patient care.

Knowing when to apply heat or ice for musculoskeletal injuries can significantly improve our patients’ recovery. This week’s blog dives into evidence-based guidance on heat and cold therapy, outlining what current data teaches us about when each approach is most effective. In less than 3 minutes, you'll gain insights into best practices for supporting your patients' recovery. 

Shoulder pain is one of the most common complaints in chiropractic practice, but diagnosing the root cause can be tricky. Is it simple irritation, or could it be something more serious, like a full-thickness rotator cuff tear? As a chiropractor, you want the tools to diagnose and effectively treat your patients accurately.

In this blog, we dive deep into two orthopedic tests that can dramatically improve your diagnostic accuracy: the Internal Rotation & Shift Test and the DIME Test. These simple yet powerful tests can help you differentiate between shoulder irritation and a tear—paving the way for more effective treatment, better rehab protocols, and faster patient recovery times.

With winter just around the corner, it’s time to get patients ready to tackle snow shoveling without risking back pain! This week’s blog dives into the biomechanics of shoveling and shares three key exercises to strengthen the body for those demanding winter tasks.

Curious about how ChiroUp evolved from a simple idea into a global platform used by over 3,000 chiropractors? Our journey has been full of innovation and growth, and we couldn’t have done it without our incredible community. Learn why ChiroUp was created to empower chiropractors with tools to enhance patient care and practice success.

We had some burning questions about how chiropractors are using X-rays, so we surveyed more than 400 evidence-based DCs—and the results are in!

Our latest blog breaks down the key findings from how often X-rays are used to changes in utilization and if radiologist over-reads are common. Whether you're wondering how your practice compares or want to stay up-to-date with the latest trends, this blog is a must-read.

Learn how the Modified Thomas Test helps diagnose unilateral lower back pain in a 16-year-old soccer player. Explore key orthopedic tests, a hip functional exam, and an innovative treatment plan for effective recovery.

Are you utilizing the most effective techniques to enhance your patients' recovery? This week's blog will uncover the top 3 nerve flossing exercises that are transforming practices worldwide. From accelerating lower back and sciatica relief to tackling rotator cuff and carpal tunnel syndrome, these techniques and associated exercises are indispensable.  

At ChiroUp, our Big Hairy Audacious Goal is to build a powerful network of 20,000 thriving evidence-based chiropractors, all empowered by cutting-edge resources and best practices. We know that achieving clinical and business excellence isn’t always easy, but we’re committed to supporting your success with innovative tools designed to help you thrive.

Today, we’re excited to share our latest blog post with you, highlighting six major ChiroUp product updates. These enhancements, suggested directly by our network of dedicated providers, are designed to help you maximize ChiroUp's potential in your practice.

Don’t miss out on how these improvements can benefit your practice. Click below to read more and discover how to take full advantage of ChiroUp.

We all have those patients with "simple mechanical LBP" that just don’t improve with our standard treatments. So, what’s the culprit? Could the answer be episacral lipomas, or "back mice"—small, often overlooked nodules that can cause significant discomfort. Many providers are unaware of their impact and how to treat them.

In our latest blog, we’ve distilled insights from the ChiroUp provider network into the top 7 things every chiropractor needs to know about back mice. From spotting symptoms to effective treatments, this is a must-read to enhance your practice and provide much-needed relief to your patients.

As chiropractors, we often see patients who experience lower back pain due to everyday activities like lifting their children, carrying groceries, or tackling yard work. These routine tasks can place significant stress on the lower back muscles, making it crucial to build up strength and tolerance in these movements. While the deadlift is traditionally viewed as a weightlifting exercise, it can be an invaluable tool in a rehab setting to help patients recover from or prevent lower back pain.

Are you looking for ways to attract more patients to your chiropractic practice? Google reviews are one of the most powerful tools you can use.

In this blog post, we'll show you:

The psychology behind Google Reviews and why they matter.

How to ask for reviews in a way that feels natural and effective.

How to Increase your visibility in local searches.

Click below to learn the secrets chiropractors are using to boost their Google Reviews!

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD) encompasses a complex set of muscular and articular disorders affecting the TMJ, leading to pain, dysfunction, and potential degeneration. Understanding the etiology is crucial for effective assessment and treatment.

Want to Up your clinical confidence for foot and ankle presentations? If so, this week’s blog and tutorial video are made for you. In a few minutes, you’ll learn the keys to a successful foot and ankle evaluation:

The top tests for differentiating foot and ankle pain, including the best plantar fasciitis tests

A complete foot and ankle exam tutorial video

When to image a painful ankle

Don’t miss this one!

Are you choosing the right tests for your patients' musculoskeletal pain or relying on outdated methods from decades ago?

Discover how to revolutionize your diagnostic approach using a new ChiroUp's user-friendly platform in today’s blog.

Today, get a sneak peek into a reimagined way of documenting orthopedic findings in a time-sensitive way to improve patient care.

We're shaking things up this week with a special Chiropractic Clinical Neuro IQ Test! Dive into our quick 7-question quiz to see how your knowledge stacks up against your peers. You will have a chance to challenge yourself and learn valuable insights from the accompanying tutorial, where we'll review the answers and share essential clinical pearls.

Discover how patient engagement can transform your chiropractic practice. Empower patients to actively participate in their recovery for better outcomes, satisfaction, and compliance. Learn seven simple strategies to boost engagement, from patient education to reactivation campaigns. Enhance your practice with ChiroUp’s cutting-edge tools, customizable reports, and more. Elevate patient experiences and drive growth with effective engagement tactics.

Elevate your clinical skills with our latest blog, which explores the essential neurodynamic tests for sciatica and lumbar radiculopathies. These tests are crucial for identifying and addressing altered neurodynamics, ensuring proper treatment, and improving patient outcomes.

This week’s comprehensive guide will cover the fundamentals you need to implement lower extremity neurodynamic testing, from the basics to advanced techniques for diagnosing lumbar radiculopathies. Don't miss out on this invaluable resource—your patients (and your clinical reputation) will thank you!