How CRMA™ Helps Chiropractors Treat Chronic Pain More Effectively

Introduction

Chronic pain is one of the most significant health challenges in the United States, affecting millions of Americans and costing billions in lost productivity and medical expenses. Chiropractors play a critical role in diagnosing, treating, and preventing chronic pain conditions by understanding spinal ligament injuries and their long-term effects. CRMA™ (Computerized Radiographic Mensuration Analysis) is a powerful tool that helps chiropractors accurately assess and document these injuries, leading to better treatment and improved patient outcomes.

Chronic Pain: A Growing Epidemic

According to the Institute of Medicine and the National Academies, chronic pain affects an estimated 116 million American adults—more than the total number of people affected by heart disease, cancer, and diabetes combined. In 2011, chronic pain cost the U.S. an estimated $635 billion in medical treatment and lost productivity.

The Leading Causes of Chronic Pain

These conditions frequently originate from spinal ligament injuries, which often go undiagnosed or untreated, leading to long-term chronic pain and disability.

The Link Between Spinal Ligament Injuries and Chronic Conditions

The Mayday Group Report highlighted that acute pain from injuries often persists and develops into chronic pain, becoming an illness of its own. This progression leads to:

• Overutilization of healthcare services

• Increased disability rates

• Higher healthcare costs

• Reduced work productivity

Despite the prevalence of chronic pain, primary care providers often receive little training in assessing and treating complex chronic pain conditions, leaving a massive gap in patient care.

The Role of Chiropractors in Pain Management

Chiropractors specializing in spinal ligament injuries are uniquely positioned to fill this gap. Unlike many primary care providers who lack the training and tools for motion-based spinal injury diagnosis, chiropractors can effectively assess and treat these conditions, improving patient outcomes.

How CRMA™ Improves Chronic Pain Diagnosis and Treatment

Traditional imaging techniques like MRI often fail to detect excessive motion caused by ligament injuries. This is why CRMA™ is essential. CRMA™ allows chiropractors to:

• Accurately measure excessive vertebral motion

• Identify ligament instability contributing to chronic pain

• Provide objective documentation for legal and insurance purposes

By using CRMA™, chiropractors can confidently diagnose and treat spinal ligament injuries, leading to more targeted and effective treatment plans.

Why Chiropractors Need CRMA™ in Their Practice

A chiropractor utilizing CRMA™ is more than just a healthcare provider—they are leaders in the injury market who:

1. Understand spinal injuries better – CRMA™ provides precise data on ligament instability, improving diagnostic accuracy.

2. Document injuries objectively – Ensuring that insurance companies, legal teams, and medical professionals recognize the severity of spinal injuries.

3. Deliver superior patient outcomes – With more accurate diagnoses, chiropractors can implement evidence-based treatments that reduce pain and improve mobility.

Chiropractors Must Elevate Their Role in the Healthcare Market

The chiropractic profession has long fought for recognition in mainstream healthcare. A 2007 study published in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics showed that patients who selected chiropractors as their primary care providers experienced:

• 60% fewer hospital admissions

• 59% fewer hospital days

• 62% fewer outpatient surgeries

• 83% lower pharmaceutical costs

This data proves that chiropractors are essential in healthcare and must position themselves as primary providers in injury recovery and chronic pain treatment. CRMA™ is a key component in helping them achieve this.

Conclusion: CRMA™ as a Game-Changer for Chiropractors

Chronic pain is an epidemic, and chiropractors have the knowledge and tools to make a lasting impact on patient recovery. By integrating CRMA™ into their diagnostic process, chiropractors can improve treatment precision, enhance credibility, and ensure better patient outcomes.

Those who master injury diagnosis and treatment with CRMA™ will build successful practices and lead the way in modern injury care.

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