Leveraging AI for Improved Patient Care
In a recent discussion, Dr. Brian Paris from Genesis Chiropractic Software and Dr. Joe Ferrantelli from PostureCo, came together to discuss how the collaboration between Genesis Chiropractic Software and PostureCo is transforming chiropractic care. Their conversation provided fascinating insights into how the integration of software and AI is enhancing both clinical practice and patient experience. Genesis Chiropractic Software is well-known for its innovative contributions to the chiropractic landscape. It offers an all-in-one practice management solution that ensures efficiency, profitability, and improved patient care. On the other side, PostureCo, led by Dr. Ferrantelli, specializes in biomechanical software applications for health care providers. They’ve leveraged cutting-edge technology to develop apps that help with posture analysis, spinal screenings, and chiropractic evaluations. This collaboration between Genesis and PostureCo signifies a game-changing approach to chiropractic care. Here are some of the key points discussed by Dr. Paris and Dr. Ferrantelli: Enhanced Precision with AI: PostureCo’s software utilizes AI for capturing radiographic measurements and creating detailed reports. This high precision not only ensures better diagnosis and treatment but also aids in educating patients about their problems. Streamlined Documentation: The software automatically generates a comprehensive medical report, complete with average normal angles, ideal values, patient values, and a percent difference at every single level. These can be directly sent to Genesis, facilitating seamless report building and significantly saving time. Interactive Patient Education: With the aid of a viewbox, practitioners can show patients their problems in real-time during Report of Findings (ROF) sessions. This aids in promoting a better understanding of their conditions and the necessary treatments. Documented Care and Treatment Planning: With measurements that dictate care, practitioners can now document their treatment approaches more efficiently. This not only helps in building their practice but also in providing the best care for their patients. Portability and Adaptability: The PostureCo app, which can run on iOS, offers features like movement screens and posture analysis. It can be used on-site during seminars or spinal screenings, making it an excellent tool for outreach and patient engagement. Functional Screens and Corrective Exercises: The app can predict abnormal movement and link to corrective exercises based on the data from overactive and underactive muscles. It offers flexibility to clinicians to interpret and use the data according to their preferred protocols. Ergonomic Assessments: The app also provides options for ergonomic assessments, enabling clinicians to address the widespread posture issues stemming from today’s work-from-home culture. In conclusion, this collaboration between Genesis Chiropractic Software and PostureCo presents an exciting development in the world of chiropractic care. It’s an integration that not only enhances the practitioners’ efficiency but also improves patient experience and health outcomes.
Shifting Focus to Lifestyle and Patient Retention with Dr. Brian Paris and Dr. Fred DiDomenico
Introduction In recent years, the chiropractic industry has seen a significant shift in focus from treating acute pain to promoting a lifestyle that supports spinal health and overall well-being. This transformation has been spearheaded by innovative chiropractic practitioners and coaches, such as Dr. Fred D. Dominico of Elite Coaching. In this article, we will explore the importance of patient retention and the patient visit average (PVA) in chiropractic care and discuss how chiropractors can leverage technology to create their dream practices. Redefining Success in Chiropractic Care Traditionally, chiropractors have focused on treating patients’ immediate concerns, such as back pain, and have measured their success by the number of new patients they acquire. However, this approach has led to a disconnect between chiropractic principles, which promote a healthy lifestyle centered on spinal care, and the actual practice of chiropractic care. Dr. Dominico believes that the key to bridging this gap lies in shifting the focus of chiropractic care from short-term relief to long-term health and wellness. The Importance of Patient Retention Patient retention is crucial for chiropractors who want to build successful practices and genuinely impact their patients’ lives. A high PVA indicates that patients are committed to their chiropractic care and are more likely to adopt a spinal care lifestyle. This shift from merely providing temporary relief to encouraging a lifelong commitment to spinal health can lead to better patient outcomes and a more fulfilling practice for the chiropractor. Communication and Human Behavior To improve patient retention and promote a spinal care lifestyle, chiropractors must study human behavior and adapt their communication strategies accordingly. Dr. Dominico discovered that effectively wiring patients’ minds on day one, when they are in a highly emotional state, can have a lasting impact on their commitment to chiropractic care. By associating pain relief with the adoption of a spinal care lifestyle, chiropractors can help patients make better long-term decisions for their health. Leveraging Technology for Practice Management By harnessing the power of technology, chiropractors can create their dream practices and focus on patient retention. Genesis, a single-point management solution, allows chiropractors to track patient visit averages and other key metrics, ensuring that their practice is on the right track. With four of Dr. Dominico’s clients ranking among the top 15 in PVA, it’s clear that technology can play a significant role in supporting chiropractic practices that prioritize patient retention and a spinal care lifestyle.
Combining Workouts With Chiropractic Care
At-Home Chiropractor Human bodies were designed to be in motion, and chiropractic care can help keep them active. Movement helps to strengthen muscles, build bones, and improve joint motion. Walking may be one of the simplest ways to stay healthy, while more physical activities such as strength and cardio fitness training can improve endurance, boost heart health, and protect the brain from cognitive decline. While many forms of physical activities are encouraged by chiropractors, stretching exercises are particularly helpful in improving flexibility and strengthening the muscular-skeletal system. Strength Training Strength training involves building muscle and is a form of exercise that does not require the presence of free oxygen, unlike cardio training. It involves short, quick bursts of movement to build targeted muscles. As an at-home chiropractor like one from Lotus Wellness Center can explain, proper training increases muscle size and supports the skeletal structure while strengthening the body core. By training back muscles to react quickly, the practice helps with sustaining balance and preventing muscle strain. It also supports building strong bones and helps to manage chronic health issues such as arthritis. Beginners should be advised to make a slow start and build up gradually to prevent strain and injury. Cardio-Respiratory Unlike strength training, individuals doing cardio exercises will need large amounts of free oxygen because of the strenuous nature of the activities. Cardio-respiratory exercises can benefit the human body in numerous ways. When practiced regularly, cardio training can: Strengthen the heart and lower blood pressure Increase the supply of oxygen to the body and brain Increase the metabolism and provide for more energy Decrease appetite for better weight management Increase neural activity in the brain and stimulate areas associated with memory Help to eliminate lactic acid build-up and muscle soreness from strenuous exercise Stabilize blood sugar and help to manage diabetes Stretching Exercises Stretching is effective in strengthening the body core and elongating the muscles. It also allows for significant flexibility of the spine, which is important as the body ages and becomes less pliant. In addition to adjustments and therapy, chiropractors will often prescribe stretching exercises for patients to do at home. The exercises are beneficial for soothing pain and nourishing the nervous system. Chiropractic Care While cardio and strength training can build up the body and help prevent injuries and strains from occurring, spinal adjustments and treatment of muscular-skeletal issues are generally associated with chiropractic care. If you believe you could benefit from an adjustment, call your chiropractor to schedule an appointment.
Adding Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy to Standard Medical Care for Patients With Acute Low Back Pain: Results of a Pragmatic Randomized Comparative Effectiveness Study
Title Adding Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy to Standard Medical Care for Patients With Acute Low Back Pain: Results of a Pragmatic Randomized Comparative Effectiveness Study A ChiroSecure Research Update Abstract To assess changes in pain levels and physical functioning in response to standard medical care (SMC) versus SMC plus chiropractic manipulative therapy (CMT) for the treatment of low back pain (LBP) among 18 to 35-year-old active-duty military personnel. Discussion LBP is common, costly, and a significant cause of long-term sick leave and work loss. Many different interventions are available, but there exists no consensus on the best approach. One intervention often used is manipulative therapy. Current evidence from randomized controlled trials demonstrates that manipulative therapy may be as effective as other conservative treatments of LBP, but its appropriate role in the healthcare delivery system has not been established. Prospective, 2-arm randomized controlled trial pilot study comparing SMC plus CMT with only SMC. The primary outcome measures were changes in back-related pain on the numerical rating scale and physical functioning at 4 weeks on the Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire and back pain functional scale (BPFS). Mean Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire scores decreased in both groups during the course of the study, but adjusted mean scores were significantly better in the SMC plus CMT group than in the SMC group at both week 2 ( P < 0.001) and week 4 ( P = 0.004). Mean numerical rating scale pain scores were also significantly better in the group that received CMT. Adjusted mean back pain functional scale scores were significantly higher (improved) in the SMC plus CMT group than in the SMC group at both week 2 ( P < 0.001) and week 4 ( P = 0.004). The results of this trial suggest that CMT in conjunction with SMC offers a significant advantage for decreasing pain and improving physical functioning when compared with only standard care, for men and women between 18 and 35 years of age with acute LBP. Reference Goertz, Christine M., DC, PhD*; Long, Cynthia R., PhD*; Hondras, Maria A., DC, MPH*; Petri, Richard, MD†; Delgado, Roxana, MS‡; Lawrence, Dana J., DC, MMedEd, MA§; Owens, Edward F., MS, DC¶; Meeker, William C., DC, MPH. Spine: April 15, 2013 – Volume 38 – Issue 8 – p 627-634. https://journals.lww.com/spinejournal/Abstract/2013/04150
