Resources on Chiropractic Safety Available to Doctors of Chiropractic and Patients  

The Washington Post yesterday posted on its website an article on neck manipulation and stroke ("How Safe Are the Vigorous Neck Manipulations Done by Chiropractors?").

The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) has drafted a response that will be shared with theWashington Post editors today.

ACA has also posted an ad on its website home page and patients landing page that directs people who may have read the article to more information about the safety of neck manipulation.

Conservative Care First! educates the public on why a conservative approach to pain management and health enhancement is both sensible and effective. Start promoting NCHM 2014 in your office today.

Tampa, FL (September 3, 2014) The University of South Florida’s John Mayer, DC, PhD, recently received a $1.3 million Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance of Firefighters grant — an award that will help build upon cumulative research evaluating the effectiveness of targeted exercise programs to reduce the risk of low back pain and disability in firefighters. The grant total includes a 5 percent extramural funding match from the Florida Chiropractic Research Foundation.

Here's the actual feedback from a sampling of the 2,500 attendees at last weekend's FCA National Convention when asked, "What did you enjoy best about this convention?"

Listen to some of Chiropractic's movers and shakers talk about what makes FCA National Convention the premiere event of the year.

CARMICHAEL, Calif. – September 13, 2013 – The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP), a not-for-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness about the value of chiropractic care, is pleased to acknowledge the exceptional, long-term support of the Florida Chiropractic Association (FCA).  The FCA contributions, which exceed $150,000, have helped to ensure the steady development and success of the positive press campaign.