HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – January 9, 2018 -The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP), a leading voice in the chiropractic profession, points to an analysis of a national survey recently published in the journal, SPINE. This analysis examines the prevalence, patterns and predictors of chiropractic utilization in the U.S. general population, and reports a substantial proportion of U.S. adults utilized chiropractic services with positive outcomes for overall well-being and/or specific health problems.

The fight against the National Opioid Epidemic continues. With new research and changes in treatment guidelines, we have come a long way. Non-pharmacological approaches, such as chiropractic care and acupuncture, are making their way to the top of the list for care and pain management. A recent U.S. News & World Report article addresses the progress, the shift that is coming, and the remaining barriers to overcome.

In its recently published report, the President's Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis addresses the need for reimbursement for non-opioid treatments, such as chiropractic care and acupuncture. 

A new Gallup report cites data collected from February through March 2017 as part of the Gallup-Palmer College of Chiropractic Annual Study of Americans revealed that 78% of Americans prefer to try other ways to address their physical pain before they take pain medication prescribed by a doctor. Read more to access the report.

A bipartisan coalition of 37 state attorneys general have gone on record, urging health insurance companies  to review and revise coverage policies to encourage health care providers to prioritize non-drug treatment options before opioids for chronic, non-cancer pain. A September 18 letter  to Marilyn Tavenner, president and CEO of America's Health Insurance Plans (AHIP), encouraged the health care industry to promote the use of non-drug therapies, including chiropractic care, physical therapy, acupuncture and massage, and reduce financial incentives that contribute to the opioid epidemic.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in the aftermath of the strongest hurricane in recent Florida history.  The FCA office is not functional as of Tuesday, September 12.  While our staff is safe, we are contending with outages in power, phone and internet not only at the office, but, in our homes as well. We look forward to communicating with you when we are able.  Since the FCA phone system is not operational at this time, please use fcachiro.org as your resource for updates. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers.  We are all in this together!

UPDATE 9/15/2017:  CE certificates for The National 2017 have been generated and will be mailed next week.  FCA Members can access their certificates now by logging in and clicking "CE Certificates" in the User Menu.

Make sure your business and home are prepared with these prevention and safety resources provided by The National Federation of Independent Business/Florida. The FCA is a proud member of NFIB.  Read on for valuable tips and links and after-storm services the FCA hopes to provide as soon as power and communication ability are available.

If you would like to assist colleagues in Texas affected by Hurricane Harvey with donations of equipment or supplies, please contact the Texas Chiropractic Association.

60 FCA members gathered this morning to receive an update on chiropractic issues before meeting throughout the day with Florida legislators about issues of importance to chiropractic. 

If you have been keeping up with the FCA Bulletins and web posts, you are aware that the FCA is and has been supportive of online chiropractic CE hours. FCA General Counsel Paul Lambert has testified to that effect before the Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine (BOCM) on two occasions.  The FCA is also keenly aware the words “contact classroom hours” are in the chiropractic CE statute and recent legal counsels to the BOCM prior to the current counsel have advised them that a statutory change would be necessary in order for the BOCM to adopt a rule providing for online CEs. This fact has been mentioned by Mr. Lambert, former BOCM members and even a former BOCM Counsel – in public testimony.

Invite friends, family and patients to this special lecture on non-prescription approaches for supporting vibrant health on the Autism spectrum. Doctors registered for the FCA SW Regional Convention & Expo can hear Dr. Janet Lintala present "Overview of the Health Challenges of Autism Spectrum Disorder" on Friday at SW Regional Convention.  Then, on Saturday, November 19, from 10:30-11:30am, she will educate the public on "The Un-Prescription for Autism."  Take this opportunity to show your community how chiropractic can support families dealing with the Autism puzzle. Click here to download this poster to print for display in your office.