Why Hypotheses Should Not Define the Standard of Care: The Importance of Methodological Rigor Written by: James Demetrious, DC, DABCO Board-Certified Chiropractic Orthopedist Founder and CEO, PostGradDC Scientific Innovation Begins with Hypothesis Generation Scientific progress depends upon curiosity, innovation, and the willingness to challenge prevailing […]
The Tenacious Brain: Why Chiropractic Physicians Must Lead with Neurologic Persistence Written by: James Demetrious, DC, DABCO Board-Certified Chiropractic Orthopedist Founder and CEO, PostGradDC Chiropractic physicians practice in an environment that demands sustained cognitive effort, emotional regulation, and principled persistence. Clinical ambiguity, evolving research, regulatory […]
MRI Biomarkers of Nerve Root and Brachial Plexus Inflammation in Whiplash: A New Window Into Chiropractic Assessment Written by: James Demetrious, DC, DABCO Board-Certified Chiropractic Orthopedist Founder and CEO, PostGradDC Emerging MRI research is reshaping our understanding of whiplash-associated disorders (WAD). A 2025 study published […]
The Quiet Mineral: Magnesium’s Underappreciated Role in Neuromusculoskeletal Health Written by James Demetrious, DC, DABCO In the ever-growing body of evidence that supports integrative strategies for musculoskeletal care, magnesium warrants renewed clinical attention. The recent review by Fatima et al. (2024), “Magnesium Matters,” synthesizes the […]
Critically Appraising Informed Consent and Stroke Risk: Assessing the Narrative Review by Brown & Lehman Written by: James Demetrious, DC, DABCO Introduction Informed consent represents a cornerstone of ethical healthcare practice, ensuring patient autonomy while striking a balance between professional responsibility and patient autonomy. For […]
Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation and Ligament Safety: Evaluating Force Thresholds and Clinical Risk Written by: James Demetrious, DC, DABCO Chiropractic spinal manipulation (CSM) has long been used for the treatment of musculoskeletal complaints, particularly those affecting the spine. Despite its demonstrated clinical utility and popularity among […]
Misrepresentation of Chiropractic and the Unfounded Link to Cervical Artery Dissection Written by: James Demetrious, DC, DABCO There Is No Proven Causal Relationship Between Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation and Cervical Artery Dissection (CAD) Yet another recent article presents a compelling narrative. It is essential to distinguish […]
Critical Assessment: “Motion Palpation: Guide or Guise? – A Clinical Commentary” Original Article: Williams et al. J Contemp Chiropr 2025;8:10–20. Review Written by: James Demetrious, DC, DABCO Overview This clinical commentary by Williams et al. offers a well-structured assessment of motion palpation as a diagnostic […]
Protecting Chiropractic from Bad Science and Bias Written by: James Demetrious, DC, DABCO Board Certified Chiropractic Orthopedist Following is a critical assessment of the article titled “Status migrainosus as the only manifestation of vertebral artery dissection due to osteopathic neck manipulation” by Romozzi et al. […]
Critical Review: Cervical Spine Manipulation and Vertebral Artery Dissection – A Rebuttal Grounded in Current Evidence Written by: James Demetrious, DC, DABCO Board Certified Chiropractic Orthopedist A recent article criticizing cervical chiropractic manipulation presents an emotionally compelling but scientifically selective narrative that links spinal manipulation […]
