#14: Chiropractic Maintenance Care with Dr. David Newton, DC

Summary The conversation between Chris and David revolves around the topics of handling criticism and the concept of maintenance care in chiropractic. They discuss the importance of engaging in open discussions and handling disagreements professionally. They also explore the challenges of defining chiropractic and the need for a more patient-centered approach. The conversation then delves into a critical analysis of a research paper on maintenance care and the contextual factors that contribute to treatment outcomes. The conversation explores the importance of individual preferences and experiences in determining the most effective treatment for pain. It emphasizes the need for chiropractors to ask the right questions and listen to their patients in order to guide the decision-making process. The speakers discuss the role of education in empowering patients to manage their own pain and make informed choices. They also highlight the benefits of physical activity and exercise in improving overall health and reducing the risk of chronic conditions. The concept of maintenance care is redefined as an ongoing educational process that helps patients navigate flare-ups and develop the physical attributes needed to reach their goals. Chapters00:00 Updates and Changes in Chiropractic Programs 09:12 The Evolving Definition of Chiropractic 13:44 Exploring the Concept of Maintenance Care 21:24 The Limitations of Research on Maintenance Care 25:15 The Importance of Contextual Factors in Chiropractic Care 32:35 Individualizing Maintenance Care for Patient Needs 37:15 Discussing Positive Outcomes and Cases of Non-Response 39:17 Reevaluating the Concept of Maintenance Care 41:02 Understanding Patient Goals and Preferences 42:51 Individualizing Care Based on Preferences and Experiences 45:57 The Benefits of Physical Activity and Exercise 49:17 The Importance of Education in Pain Management 57:02 Empowering Patients through Maintenance Care References PMID 21245790 PMID 32756930 PMID 33720272 PMID 33947735 PMID 38602164 PMID 31832142 Palmer College of Chiropractic Continuing Education - Care Plans, Maintenance Care, and the Reliability of Methods for Detecting Subluxations Palmer College of Chiropractic Continuing Education - 6 Myths About Back Pain Where to find Chris Netley: ChrisNetley.com BuildBeyondHealth.com Instagram: @chrisnetleyDC  YouTube: @chrisnetleyDC X (formerly Twitter): @chrisnetleyDC  Facebook: Chris Netley, DC Where to find David Newton: Instagram: @dr.david.newton Chiro Shift Podcast  Music: Pixel Swing Musician: MoscillateSite: https://icons8.com/music