Interesting commentary about the use/value of medical testing. I really enjoyed the wisdom shared about when and how tests should be used.
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=124279916
Joe Wright, M.D. is the author of the commentary; here is his blog-- http://hemodynamics.blogspot.com/
It's important for patients and physicians to think critically and constructively for each test taken. This applies most directly for chiropractic care regarding X-rays. Many chiropractors x-ray a majority and even every patient. This is not supported by research. I feel strongly that x-rays are a valuable tool to be used only when clinically prudent. At Tri-Synergy Chiropractic, we do not suggest an x-ray unless we feel it is in the best interest of the patient's outcomes.
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