Why Acupuncture Is A Recommended Treatment

Why Acupuncture Is A Recommended Treatment

According to American College of Physicians Back Treatment Guidelines, their updated prior guidelines recommend non-drug treatment first for back pain, including … Why is acupuncture a recommended treatment? According to American College of Physicians Back Treatment Guidelines, their updated prior guidelines recommend non-drug treatment first for back pain, including acupuncture, chiropractic Read more…

Gold Standard of Documentation

Gold Standard of Documentation

Good documentation practice includes: 1. Maintaining accurate and complete medical records and documentation of services you provided… Is your documentation meeting the ‘Gold Standard’? The Gold Standard of documentation is when another provider can read the notes, clearly identify the service, and perform the service based on what was documented. Read more…

Electroacupuncture

Electroacupuncture

US studies support the effectiveness of electroacupuncture including… Are you using electroacupuncture in your practice? US studies support the effectiveness of electroacupuncture including: 1. A pain reliever for muscle spasms 2. A treatment for neurological disorders 3. A form of anesthesia 4. Treatment of skin conditions such as acne, renal Read more…

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Acupuncture Gaining Growing Endorsements.

American College of Physicians Back Treatment Guidelines – The ACP updated prior guidelines, recommending non-drug treatment first for back pain, including acupuncture, chiropractic manipulative therapy (CMT), osteopathic manipulative therapy (OMT), exercise therapy, massage and yoga. FDA Education Blueprint for Health Providers Involved in Pain Management:  The Blueprint recommends “The [health care provider] Read more…