McCoy Press Lectures

Navigating the New HIPAA Waters: A Chiropractor’s Risk Management Guide

This conversation delves into the HIPAA changes affecting chiropractors in 2024 and 2025, focusing on the importance of patient privacy and the necessary adjustments practices must make to comply. It highlights two key areas of change: reproductive health care privacy and substance use disorder records. The discussion emphasizes proactive risk management strategies, including policy overhauls, staff training, patient communication, regular audits, and emergency planning. The conversation also addresses the shared responsibility of patient privacy between healthcare providers and patients, encouraging informed patient engagement. Finally, it underscores the value of specialized support from malpractice insurance providers like ChiroFutures in navigating these changes effectively.
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Vascular Biology, Spike Proteins, and Chiropractic Practice: Risk Management Implications for Vascular Events

In this episode, we dive into groundbreaking research presented by Dr. Amy Haas, a chiropractor and PhD in biochemistry, exploring the complex interplay between chiropractic care, vascular health, and the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Sponsored by ChiroFutures Malpractice Insurance Program, Dr. Haas discusses how COVID-19, vaccines, and spike proteins may impact vascular systems, offering vital insights for patient care and risk management. Learn how this research applies directly to chiropractic practice and why having a reliable malpractice provider is essential. For more resources and support, visit ChiroFutures at chirofutures.org.

Insights from IRAPS 2024 – Bridging Philosophy, Science, and Practice

This conversation delves into the fascinating world of chiropractic research and philosophy from the 18th Annual International Research and Philosophy Symposium (IRAPS) held at Sherman College. We explore chiropractic's potential connections to longevity, the importance of sense of coherence, and the historical context of chiropractic practices. The discussion highlights various chiropractic techniques, real-life case studies demonstrating the effectiveness of chiropractic care, and the interconnectedness of health and wellness. The conversation concludes with reflections on the future of chiropractic research and its evolving identity within the healthcare landscape.CLICK HERE for a copy of the Proceedings

Dr. Kent Discusses the Assessment of Nervous System Changes Associated with Vertebral Subluxation

In this episode we discuss recent research on vertebral subluxation and its effects on the nervous system, based on Dr. Christopher Kent’s paper from the 'Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research.' The episode focuses on four key components affected by subluxations: dysafferentation (distorted sensory input), dyskinesia (impaired voluntary movement), dysponesis (covert nervous system errors), and dysautonomia (autonomic regulation issues). Adrian explains how these elements impact patient health and how tools like surface electromyography (sEMG), skin temperature analysis, and heart rate variability (HRV) can be used to assess these changes. The key takeaway is that subluxations impact the entire nervous system, not just spinal alignment, emphasizing the importance of understanding the full impact of chiropractic adjustments on overall health.CLICK HERE to review the research

Chiropractic Students Under Siege: NBCE's Part IV Con Game

The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) has recently announced its decision to centralize the Part IV exam in Greeley, Colorado, a move they claim is a strategic advancement for the chiropractic profession. However, a deeper examination of the arguments presented reveals a series of 25 logical fallacies and errors in critical thinking that undermine the validity of their claims. By manipulating the profession into accepting centralized testing, the NBCE not only overlooks the actual needs of students and educational institutions but also disregards viable alternatives that could ensure competency without excessive central control. This discussion aims to dissect these logical fallacies, shed light on the lack of evidence for the NBCE's claims, and reveal how this manipulation serves to maintain and expand their monopoly over chiropractic licensure.

The NBCE's Land Grab for Control of Chiropractic

Summary
The conversation delves into a significant controversy within the chiropractic profession regarding the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners' (NBCE) decision to centralize the Part IV licensing exam in Greeley, Colorado. Their recent press release attempting to justify their land grab is filled with logical fallacies has sparked considerable backlash from a coalition of chiropractic organizations, which argue that the NBCE's justifications are flawed and that the decision may impose unnecessary financial burdens on students. The discussion explores the implications of this centralization on the profession's governance, the existing accreditation processes, and the broader power dynamics at play within chiropractic care.
 

Listening to Your Body's Signals

Summary
This conversation based on the latest issue of COHERENCE explores the intricate relationship between chiropractic care and ear health, highlighting how spinal subluxations can affect hearing, balance, coordination and overall well-being. The discussion delves into various conditions such as ear infections, Meniere's disease, tinnitus, and balance issues in seniors, emphasizing the importance of the nervous system in these health challenges. The speakers also address the concept of vertebral subluxation and its implications for both ear and spinal health, advocating for a holistic approach to healthcare that includes chiropractic as a complementary option.CLICK HERE for this issue of COHERENCE
 

Vertebral Subluxation: Assessment of Somatic and Autonomic Nervous System Changes

Summary
This conversation is a review of Dr. Kent's Paper: Assessment of Somatic and Autonomic Nervous System Changes Associated with Vertebral Subluxation: A Review and Commentary published in the Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research on November 18, 2024.
We delve into the complex topic of vertebral subluxation, exploring its definition, neurological implications, and how chiropractic care can address these issues. The discussion highlights the measurable effects of subluxation on the nervous system and the potential benefits of chiropractic adjustments, including their impact on neuroplasticity. Through various studies, the conversation emphasizes the interconnectedness of the spine, nervous system, and brain, suggesting that chiropractic care may enhance overall health and well-being.CLICK HERE to Review the paper
 

More Research on Lighting up the Brain

Summary
This conversation delves into the complexities of chiropractic research, particularly focusing on a recent study. The discussion emphasizes the importance of methodology, the impact of language in scientific discourse, and the necessity of critical thinking when interpreting research findings. The speakers explore how brain activity and sensory processing are affected by chiropractic adjustments, while also addressing the potential influence of placebo effects and the need for clear definitions in research terminology. Ultimately, the conversation advocates for a rigorous and thoughtful approach to understanding chiropractic care and its implications for health.
 

Mark Bronson's Conflicted Role in NBCE’s Pilot Exam: Magical Thinking and Hidden Agendas

SummaryThis podcast critically examines Dr. Mark Bronson's influence in chiropractic regulation, focusing on his role in the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE). As Chair of the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Bronson has promoted NBCE’s new Part IV exam, touting its technological enhancements and supposed fairness. However, his dual roles with the NBCE and Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards raise concerns about conflicts of interest, regulatory capture, and his push for potentially pseudoscientific ideas, including dubious claims about acupuncture. Bronson’s stance against evidence-based practices like subluxation correction and reliance on X-rays further complicates his role, sparking calls for reform. The episode urges the chiropractic community in Texas to advocate for transparency and accountability to protect public trust and professional integrity.CLICK HERE to read more