Chiropractic Doctors Association of Hong Kong

香港執業脊醫協會

•CDAHK AGM 2017

•CDAHK Seminar

• The WFC Assembly

• International News and CDAHK

International Affiliations, DC2017

• THE RUBICON GROUP and CDAHK

THE RUBICON CONFERENCE MELBOURNE

• Next Generation of Hong Kong

Chiropractors

•We Serve the Community

•CDAHK on Media

Executive Committees

Chairman

Eric Chun Pu Chu 朱君璞脊醫

Vice Chairman

Alex Lik Chi Shiu 邵力子脊醫

Honorary Secretary

Kary Ka Wai Lam 林嘉慧脊醫

Honorary Treasurer

Valerie Kok Yan Chu 朱珏欣脊醫

Ethics/Education Chair

Rick Pak Wai Lau 劉柏偉脊醫

Public Relation

Jessica H W Lee 李康詠脊醫

Founding Chairman

Vincent W H Chan 陳允灝脊醫

Founding President

Albert C H Leung 梁濟康脊醫

Public Relation (sub committee)

Tracy Wong 王永晞脊醫

E-newsletter July 2017

CDAHK is moving in the right direction with the balanced philosophy, arts, and science. Through

diligence, patience and a strong team based approach to leadership; we have bolstered our

association’s financial position and made our community to choose us as the top healthcare

professional. CDAHK is becoming more relevant to the wider health care community, the international

community and, most importantly, our members

CDAHK AGM 2017

THE REVIEW OF the CODE OF PRACTICE

Our membership has continued to grow under the management of Dr Kary

Chow, Honorary Secretary, and we now have 90 local members. It is exciting

to have more members and fellow colleagues share our passion and effort in

promoting chiropractic and making it an accessible, mainstream healthcare

choice for the public.

We were grateful to have Dr Rick Lau as our Education Committee, who had arranged

many seminars throughout the past year. In 2016, Dr. David Bellin, Director of the Life

University Chiropractic Research Center in Beijing spoke about the “Thompson

Technique,” Dr. Jean-Philippe Pialasse shared his research on“Vestibular stimulation to

probe sensorimotor control in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis,” Dr. Kai Yuen IP

spoke about “Knee problems with common knee surgery,” and Dr Lau himself shared

about “Pelvis technique” with all of our members. In the beginning of January 2017 a

“Review of Canvassing, Advertising, and Website regulation of the revised Code of

Practice” with lawyers from Reedsmith were also being arranged by Dr Lau

In Year 2017, we are moving closer to our vision, which is a

vitalistic healthcare system that focuses on enhancing

patients’ health though chiropractic. With the support of our

members, we will make anything possible. If you know of

someone who should join us, please take them to our ECs

and support of our profession in the right direction. I extend

my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for standing with us

through all the challenges, and sharing our vision for a

brighter and healthier Hong Kong.

Drs Jessica Lee and Tracy Wong, Public Relations, continue to create a

positive image of the profession in the community. Yellow Pages, Book Fair

Sharing Talk on“脊醫才會知的秘密 ”, Chiropractic Talk for i-Chair Staff,

Newspaper Interviews for Dr. Kong Backpacks, Book Fair Spinal Check Ups

and Kids Chiropractic Talk for i-Chair, World Spine Day 2016, Public

Transportation Advertisements, Chiropractic Talk for EGL Staff for 0/3 Baby,

Collaborating with Endorsement Companies, and Membership Affairs were

all managed to increase the image and unity of our association.

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Gala Banquet

Eaton Hotel on March 4th, 2017

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Dr. Tracy Wong had earned her hard work and dedication and

received the appreciation by the CDAHK this year. She has put

in a lot of time and effort to promote the profession. Dr. Tracy

Wong is a highly efficient person with great ideas and a positive

mindset and we are grateful to have had her in the PR area.

CDAHK 2017 AGM would not have been possible without our

sponsors and exhibitors. We're especially indebted to our two

premier sponsors, each of whom committed to be the key

supporters of the event. Many attendances commented on

the event being one of their most successful in years. With all

breaks and seminars held at the venue, there was plenty of

time for delegates to view the products and services on offer.

Degeneration of nervous system: Cellular and

Pharmacological

CPD Code: 03216043

Speakers: David T Yew, PhD, DSc, Dr med

Emeritus Professor, Chinese University and Director,

Brain Res. Center, Chinese University.

Fellow of various societies and associations in USA, UK

and E C.

Publication over 300 papers and 20 books/ chapters.

Date: 29 March 2017 (Wednesday)

Time: 20:00 P.M - 22:00 P.M

Venue: Rm01-02, 17/F, Mongkok Comm. Centre, 16

Argyle Street,Mongk

Thank you Dr. David Yew for sharing his research on the

degeneration on the nervous system and his work on Alzheimer's

disease.

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The presentation was very

informative and inspiring which

provided our members so much

knowledge and insight on the

current medical research

currently at the Chinese University

of Hong Kong.

CDAHK Seminar

Course Title: Pelvis Technique Speaker: Dr: Rick P.W. Lau, D.C Qualifications: Certified strength and conditioning specialist (NSCA, USA) Course Content: 1. Understand the importance of Pelvis (foundation of our spine) 2. Line drawing for AP/lateral view of the pelvis 3. Different listing and how to adjust them 4. Motion palpation for the pelvis 5. demonstration of adjusting different listing using side posture Date: Sat, Mar 4, 2017 (same day as AGM!) Time: 3-5pm (we move to Eaton after seminar for AGM@ 5:30pm) Venue: Eaton Hotel (Diamond Ball Room VIII) in Jordan

A Practice Philosophy for the 21st Century Seminar

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As one of the purpose of the CDAHK is to optimize health, Dr Chrisna Cuncliffe introduced us the ACC paradigm made

by the Association of Chiropractic Colleges. The Principle of chiropractic is “the body's innate recuperative power is

affected by and integrated through the nervous system.” Therefore, when we practice chiropractic, we shall include

1) establishing a diagnosis, 2) facilitating neurological and biomechanical integrity through appropriate chiropractic

case management; and 3) promoting health.

As chiropractors, we advise and educate patients and communities in structural and spinal hygiene and healthful

living practices. We are also required to have a strong foundation that includes 1) philosophy, 2) science, 3) art, 4)

knowledge, and 5) clinical experience so we can employ the education, knowledge, diagnostic skill, and clinical

judgment necessary to determine appropriate chiropractic care and management.

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Date: 4th March 2017

(Wednesday)

Time: 18:30 P.M - 20:00 P.M

Venue: Eaton Hotel

What is Evidence based practice (EBP)?

Many of us thought that evidence based practice is ONLY

based on research findings. Dr Cuncliffe also reviewed the

common misinterpretation of EBP definition.

EBP ( Sackett D, 1996) is traditionally defined in terms of a

"three legged stool" integrating three basic principles: (1)

the best available research evidence bearing on whether

and why a treatment works, (2) clinical expertise of the

doctor (clinical judgment and experience) to rapidly

identify each patient's unique health state and diagnosis,

their individual risks and benefits of potential interventions,

and (3) patient’s preferences and values. It also equally

relies on clinician’s clinical expertise and patient values.

The WFC Assembly

With over 30 countries were represented at the Biennial

Assembly, the WFC Assembly, which took place over March 13-14

brought together representatives of national associations from

each of the WFC's seven world regions. The Assembly took on a

new look this year, with special reports punctuating country

reports and a special discussion forum on scope of practice

taking place on the afternoon of the second day's proceedings.

➢ Dr Rick Lau had represented

Hong Kong at the Washington

Hilton Hotel at the WFC Assembly

for the opportunities for networking,

Continue Educations, and other

key side meetings make the

CDAHK’s presence.

WFC President Dr. Espen Johannessen DC emphasized a positive future for the profession, with strong

independent, critical thinkers leading a movement of evidence-informed, patient-centered doctors of

chiropractic. He also mentioned the need for collaboration with other health professionals and the

responsibilities that come with the rights of engaging in an interdisciplinary environment.

The value of the World Federation of Chiropractic Assembly of Members was also mentioned at Dr. Espen

Johannessen’s last section of the speech, “the need to be action-oriented, reminding members that without

action, words have little meaning.” CDAHK committees have the reputations to take development of

chiropractic into action. We also support the organizations like us, in making chiropractic happening in Asia.

➢ Dr Pete Garbutt delivered an inspirational

presentation of the work of chiropractors at the Rio

Olympic and Paralympic Games. In an insightful

lecture, Dr Garbutt explained the ground rules for

getting involved in elite level sport, stressing that while

there were great opportunities, getting to the top was

the product of grit and determination

Dr Rick Lau (CDAHK) reported the situation of Hong Kong to

the chiropractic community around the world.

Dr Richard Brown (WFC Secretary-General) interviewed by Dr

Rick Lau (CDAHK) on how Hong Kong 🇭🇰 should provide

better Public Education to the community at the #DC2017

Dr. Elise Hewitt (ACA), Immediate Past President of ACA

Pediatric Council, is at the #DC2017 today with Dr Rick Lau

(CDAHK) to share with us about chiropractic pediatrics of

the 21st century.

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The International Federation of Sports Chiropractic / Fédé ration

Internationale de Chiropratique du Sport (FICS) is comprised of

national chiropractic sports councils worldwide and individual

members, and has affiliations with international organizations

within the chiropractic profession and the world of sports. The

Sports Chiropractic Council of Hong Kong China is the official

member of FICS that represent our country in the international

level. One of our goal is to see that Hong Kong athletes in all

sports have access to the specialized skills of chiropractors as

part of the sports health care team.

CDAHK had an opportunity to network with more than 1,300 doctors of chiropractic from around the world.

To be inspired by the world's largest session of chiropractic poster and research presentations. Dr Jan

Hartvigsen DC, PhD (Denmark) is an outstanding researcher and he was interviewed by Dr Rick Lau for his

view of chiropractic. Professor's research focus is on longitudinal studies dealing with spinal and

musculoskeletal pain in the population. In addition he has published randomized clinical trials in the area of

conservative treatment of back and neck pain, musculoskeletal chest pain, and osteoarthritis of the hip. He

has a strong interest in research methodology and has published many systematic reviews as well as papers

dealing with diagnosis, reliability of manual examination procedures and clinimetrics.

FICS assembly. It was a great time meeting for Dr Rick Lau (CDAHK) to

meet with Dr. Martin Camara DC (Philippine), Asia FICS representative,

and Dr. Jackie Huang DC ICCSD (Taiwan). Also got a chance to meet

with some of the other countries representatives, and share ideas

about sport chiropractic. Together we can make Hong Kong athletes

strong.

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For the first time, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA), the World Federation of

Chiropractic (WFC), and the Association for Chiropractic Colleges (ACC) are joining forces to

present a world-class chiropractic program that features compelling scientific research, global

perspectives on the future of the profession, and inspirational sessions delivered by the profession's

thought leaders and content experts. DC2017 is the 14th WFC Biennial Congress, the 24th ACC

Research Agenda Conference (ACC-RAC), and the 2017 National Chiropractic Leadership

Conference (ACA-NCLC), hosted by the American Chiropractic Association at the Washington

Hilton in Washington, D.C. With over 1200 attendees, DC2017 created a buzz amongst practising

chiropractors, researchers, academics and presenters. Value of patient-centered care and the

need for collaboration were being pinpointed by Dr Brian Goldman. It was emphasized as a critical

component of modern healthcare.

International News and CDAHK International Affiliations

DC2017

Night before the WFC Meetings, Dr Rick Lau had arrived

Washington and meeting with Dr Junyong An (President of the

Korean Chiropractic Association)

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A forum of "Scienceand Semantics: The Future of Subluxation", chaired by Dr Eric Russell, was hosted on the first day of DC2017. Dr Dave Newell (AECC Lecturer), Dr Laurie Tassell (President of Chiropractor’s Association of Australia), Dr Ayla Azad (Chair of Ontario Chiropractic Association) and Dr Adrian Wenban (Principal of Barcelona College of Chiropractic) debated on the subluxation concept. AECC Lecturer David Newell States there is "Zero" Evidence for Subluxation by stating that "The subluxation as vitalistic concept, an impediment in and of itself to health and well being, impeding the expression of higher

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intelligence is not only entirely bereft of any evidence whatsoever but is a complete non starter even

as a scientific question."On the support of subluxation, Principal Dr Adrian Wenban mentioned that

as a research perspective, that the chiropractic profession has the responsibility of developing a

body of research that supports or negates chiropractic theory. Not testing chiropractic theory so we

'fit in' is akin to abrogating our responsibility to explore the utility of the chiropractic paradigm for fear

of what others might think. We might debate whether such a paradigm actually exists, but that

would be a broader topic and require delving into the non-evidence based world of the philosophy

of science.

THE RUBICON GROUP and CDAHK In September 2012, Dr Eric Chu (CDAHK) was involved in

a discussion among chiropractic colleagues, the friends

who have been dedicated lives for chiropractic

development. The group had committed ourselves to

meet, share, debate, and discuss about our professional

and personal lives to change humanity. The group has

always been mentors in pushing the highest standard of

educational excellence and clinical mastery. We have

met semi-annually to continue to explore a common

vision for the future of the chiropractic profession around

the globe, as well as to develop the organization itself to

be better prepared to facilitate that shared future.

Today, the Rubicon Group had envisaged universal

access to chiropractic care in many cities, for improved

performance, the enrichment of human potentials,

greater health and well being

Congratulations to the Barcelona College of Chiropractic (BCC) on their recent accreditation achievement from the European Council on Chiropractic Education. BCC was awarded the maximum accreditation. BCC has the visió n that sees human beings and society developing sustainably through the cultivation and enrichment of the human body, mind and spirit. BCC believes that educating chiropractors has an integral role to play on bringing that vision to fruition. BCC provides chiropractic students with the educational opportunity to gain the attitudes, knowledge, skills needed to become safe and competent primary contact health care providers capable of practicing either independently or in a collaborative setting. This was a long journey and the CDAHK is thrilled for Dr. Adrian Wenban, Principal of BCC and his team. Future Spanish chiropractors can register in Hong Kong as well!

➢ The New Zealand College of Chiropractic is proud to announce its achievement of Category 1 rating following its recent review from NZQA (New Zealand Qualifications Authority) on 1 March 2017. This is the highest possible rating from NZQA and the accreditation report had no recommendations for the College - this in itself is an outstanding achievement. NZQA is responsible for the quality assurance of education providers and their review concluded that the NZQA is highly confident in the College’s educational performance and self-assessment. Dr Phil McMaster, President and one of the founders of the College, commented on the NZQA accreditation report by saying "this is an

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outstanding achievement by students, staff, faculty, the Board of Trustees and the valued stakeholders that have supported the College for many years. With this excellent result in mind, the College will continue to lead chiropractic education and set the standards worldwide."

The Rubicon Group believes that people deserve a

healthy, happy life, and that chiropractic helps them

achieve it. There are so many ways you can get

involved in helping Spinal Research create &

communicate knowledge. On April 7th 2017, we

have attended a meeting between representatives

of TRG and the Australian Spinal Research

Foundation in Melbourne Australia. Spinal Research

facilitates research that investigates the hypothesis

that chiropractic care leads to better nervous system

function, thereby enhancing health, quality of life

and human performance.

➢ TRG and the Australian Chiropractic Colleges, had a

research agenda meeting with the Australian Spinal

Research Foundation, discussed on the research

agenda that builds an evidence base in support of

chiropractic, and grows certainty within the profession

and community, resulting in chiropractic becoming a

first choice in health care. We want to create the

knowledge that informs and enables chiropractic

professionals, leaders and influencers to understand

and communicate the benefits of chiropractic care.

THE RUBICON CONFERENCE MELBOURNE

➢ The Rubicon Conference Melbourne offers a carefully

assembled curriculum providing cutting edge content that

the chiropractors will be able to put to work on Monday

morning. Following this conference the chiropractors

understood more about how chiropractic works, how

doctors can articulate the vision as a chiropractor in an

evidence-informed and scientifically rigorous manner and

how doctors can engage the future of the profession around

the globe to assure adjustment-oriented, neurologically-

centered chiropractic care is recognized for its contribution

to humankind.

After two days of meetings with the 10 Principled TIC College

Presidents (The Rubicon Group) designing the spread,

development and impact of TIC education and patient

awareness worldwide, we have started the Melbourne,

Australia seminar with 350 doctors.

➢ The Advances of Neuroscience at the Rubicon Conference on

April 8th 2017: Drs. Haavik and Holt with share their research history

and demonstrating the body of knowledge that has been amassed

over the past 15 years and the implications of this research in the

practices of chiropractors. Together they will bring the latest in

neuroscience research enriching the value and clinical utility of the

chiropractic approach to health and well-being. This is a translational

lecture bringing current basic science research findings to the

adjusting table of the chiropractor for the benefit of his/her patient.

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➢ The CDAHK has been working with Life

University to bring Life Chiropractic education to China/Hong Kong.

The Hong Kong chiropractic students at the

Rubicon Conference in Melbourne Australia

Bruce Lipton, Ph.D. cellular biologist and author, was formerly an Associate Professor of Anatomy at the

University of Wisconsin’s School of Medicine and Research Scientist at Stanford University’s School of

Medicine. Dr. Lipton has served as a Visiting Professor at Palmer College, Life Chiropractic College West

and The New Zealand College of Chiropractic. He is the author of the bestselling books The Biology of

Belief and The Honeymoon Effect, and co-author of Spontaneous Evolution. He was at the Rubicon

conference shares about how chiropractic changes cellular biology of human body

The ACC Initiative is driven by a group of dedicated industry leaders committed to the future of

chiropractic, and the CDAHK presents at the Rubicon Conference is to support the establishment of

Australian Chiropractic College (ACC) as they will support Hong Kong to develop our own chiropractic

college. The ACC Initiative is a Non For Profit organisation whose purpose is to: Advance public

knowledge and understanding of chiropractic; encourage, promote and facilitate education in health in

connection with the Science, Art, Philosophy and Politics of chiropractic; and represent the interests and

concerns of the ACC Initiative to government, the community and the profession. Dr Patrick Sim, leader

of the ACC was overwhelmed with gratitude for all our generous sponsors from The Rubicon Group, and

the ACC is thrilled to announce that they have received $250 000 in donations from the weekend!

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Next Generation of Hong Kong Chiropractors

Dr. Eric Chu was honored to meet with many HK chiropractic students in Australia during the Rubicon

Conference with Dr Alvin Hsu (CDAHK member). We shared our lives as foreign students, the recent Hong

Kong elections, and how young doctors see their role as the future Hong Kong Chiropractors.

When I asked the students, "Why do you chose chiropractic as your life career?". Most of them tell me that,

they were either being helped by a chiropractor, or influenced by one of us in HK. In fact, many of our

members have a second generation chiropractor returning and we may eventually have a "脊二代" term

soon. This implies to the profession that we have done something great, and our children want to become

chiropractors because the second generation is also proud of what their parents.

This chiropractic movement is unstoppable. We already know that the future chiropractic will switch from

survival of the fittest (old time) to cooperation (future); Take over/defeat others (old time) to Strategic

relationships (future); Kingmakers/inventors to complex partnerships; and unsustainable system/ players

crawling to the top to system of multiple parts working in collaborations. I was at the old time and it's our

duty to nurture the future doctors.

Hong Kong's healthcare community relies on the generation of young doctors who are keen in developing

a prosperous vitalistic society. I am looking forward to their return and serve a greater purpose of good.

Special thanks to RMIT 5th year student Damien Tam, who organized the event at the Father’s Office

Restaurant in Melbourne Australia. We are looking forward to see their return and serve our community

together.

Hong Kong Policy: One of the CDAHK’s mission is to maintain and promote chiropractic's unique identity as

a non-therapeutic, drugless and surgical-free health science, based on its fundamental principles and

philosophy. We also provide leadership in the establishment of chiropractic policies and promote the

quality and authenticity of chiropractic education.

A "Concerned Health Care Services Policy Meeting" was held on March 3, 2017. At the meeting, a number

of healthcare representatives including Drs Vincent Chan and Eric Chu (CDAHK) had met with the

Permanent Secretary for Food and Health, Mr. Patrick Nip. We expressed our views on the areas of concern

for the professions. The summary of the meeting is included.

1) the composition of the members of the Hong Kong Chiropractic Council shall take into account the

representativeness of the organizations, reflecting the needs of the industry

2) the revision of the code of practice for chiropractors by the Hong Kong Chiropractic Council had limited

the provision of chiropractic services, prohibit the development of the industry and our scope of practice.

3) e-health record should be accessible to registered chiropractors, so that the chiropractors can obtain

medical records for patients benefit

4) urge the Council and government to follow up the sick doctor to issue sick certification

5) we are preparing to set up a chiropractic school

Most our members concerned are voiced to the Health Bureau during this meeting. However, if you have

any recommendations and like to be more involved, please feel free join our subcommittees and support.

Together we build a better chiropractic profession for Hong Kong.

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Dr. Max and CDAHK are preparing an

introductory video for scoliosis screening

program for schoolchildren across the city

of Hong Kong. Stay tuned for more

details!

“Everyone should be

benefited from Chiropractic

care in Hong Kong.”

CDAHK on Media

Dr Vincent Chan (founding president)

was interviewed by the Economics Times

for the right position of using mobile

phone.

Drs Vincent Chan (founding

president) and Keith Wong (past

executive committee) comments on

the recent statistic of the neck pain

statistic due to mobile device on the

news.

Dr Keith Wong, CDAHK member was

interviewed by the Economics Times for

the chronic arthritis on May 3rd 2017

Dr Vincent Chan (founding president)

was interviewed by the on.cc for advice of

patient who suffers from Ankylosing

spondylitis.

Dr Valerie Chu, CDAHK Treasurer,

was interviewed by SingPao for

chiropractic and knee pain

Dr Valerie Chu, CDAHK Treasurer, was

interviewed by SingPao for

chiropractic and knee pain

➢ From top left to bottom right,

Dr. Tracy Wong, CDAHK Assisting Public

Relations Dr. Joseph Wong, CDAHK

Member Dr. Eric Chu, CDAHK Chairman

Mr. Chiu, COO from Dr. Max

Dr Vincent Chan (founding president)

was interviewed on the CRNTT for the

youth neck pain from mobile device

Dr Vincent Chan (founding president) and Keith Wong (past executive committee) comments on the recent statistic of the paralysis caused by prolong use of mobile device.

Dr Eric Chu, CDAHK Chairman, was

interviewed on TVB to comment on

the correction of Pelvic Imbalanced

with a new invention: Japanese Toe

Rings.

CDAHK member Dr Tony Cheung's Column on disc herniation and chiropractic.

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issuing Sick Leave Certifications.

About the Mercer Health and Benefits report: Niteesh Choudhry, MD, PhD, assistant professor at Harvard Medical

School, and Arnold Milstein, MD, MPH, chief physician at Mercer Health and Benefits, evaluated the peer-

reviewed literature and constructed an economic model to estimate the likely impact of expanding chiropractic

coverage for neck and low back pain within U.S. health plans, including the relative cost-effectiveness of

coverage of chiropractic physician services compared to coverage only for medical physician services (medical

doctors, osteopathic doctors, physical therapists and others).

Dividing differences in total costs of care per episode of care between chiropractic and other care modalities by

differences in their effectiveness provided the authors with estimates of effectiveness measured in dollars per

quality-adjusted life years (QALY) units. According to the report, estimates based on dollars per QALY units "are a

common currency for assessing the value of health care interventions and thus facilitate the comparison of

chiropractic care for spinal disorders with other treatments for these conditions as well as unrelated disorders."

To calculate unit prices payable by U.S. insurers for the coverage of low back and neck pain care, the authors

pulled billing data from Mercer Health Online, which houses data for more than 80 large employer-sponsored

health plans covering nearly 3 million members. Of note, prescription drug expenditures were not included in the

analysis; inclusion of said expenditures presumably would have increased non-chiropractic costs of care

significantly.

We Serve our Community We foster the professional and technical development of chiropractic through programs of

community service, political, and social action.

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To work harmoniously with other health care organizations and governments

in a humanitarian effort to foster chiropractic and spinal hygiene in the fields

of family health, Drs. Jessica Lee and Tracy Wong (Public Relation

Committees) had an initial meeting with the Student Committee from the

Hong Kong University Medical Society in regards to our potential

collaboration on their up coming event. The theme for their Medical Health

Exhibition this year is Musculoskeletal Health! 💀 At CDAHK, we make it our

goal to promote Chiropractic and its benefits on health and wellness. Public

education is something we strive to do as an association. We encourage

everyone to support them as much as we do!

The report prepared by Mercer Health and Benefits, "Do

Chiropractic Physician Services for Treatment of Low Back and

Neck Pain Improve the Value of Health Benefit Plans?" concludes

that chiropractic care "is likely to achieve equal or better health

outcomes at a cost that compares very favorably to most

therapies that are routinely covered in U.S. health benefit plans".

Dr Eric Chu DC (CDAHK) had attended the 25th Anniversary of

our insurance broker, the KSY Insurance. It was another

opportunity to share with CEOs of insurance companies,

associations and the Legislative Councils: Elizabeth Quat and K P

Chan (Insurance Sector) about how chiropractic can

reduce workers compensation cost by conservative care and

To champion the principle that every Hong Kong citizen has

the right to freedom of choice in health care and be able to

choose unhampered the doctor and the healing art of

his/her choice, Drs Rick Lau (Education Committee) and Dr

Douglass Cheng (member) provide regular spinal health

seminars to the community.

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➢ Professor Christina Cunliffe, Principal

of McTimoney Chiropractic College,

CDAHK Drs. Eric Chu (Chairman), Albert

Leung (Founding President) and Alvin Hsu

assist the chiropractic student

candidates in understanding the

education of chiropractic in UK and HK

at the BPP University.

➢ On March 7th, 2017 evening, The BPP University

was very successful and many thanks for those

who attended and shown interest in studying

Chiropractic. Special thanks to Professor Christina

Cunliffe DC PhD and Dr. Eric Chu DC for the

insightful educations, and personal sharing from Dr

Albert Leung and Alvin Hsu. For further applications

to the McTimoney College of Chiropractic, please

contact KirstieYeung@bpp.com.

CDAHK Drs Jessica Lee (Public Relation

Committee) and Valerie Chu (Treasurer)

are planning a year of chiropractic

strategy with the Sinomax, who has been

supporting the CDAHK in building a

vitalistic city for many years.

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professionally. CDAHK

has actively involved in

all kinds of chiropractic

activities and public

health care events

since its establishment.

With the supports from

local chiropractors,

until now, CDAHK is the

fastest growing

chiropractic

association ever in

Hong Kong

CDAHK is committed to

advance chiropractic

health care by raising

awareness through

public education. We

serve our profession by

helping our members in

practice, education

and communication.

Jul 2017 ● Issue 10 ● CDAHK ● info@cda.org.hk

Based in Abingdon, just outside Oxford, the

McTimoney College of Chiropractic offers a number

of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes

delivered from its custom-designed premises.

Professor Christina Cunliffe PhD DC CBiol FRSB FCC,

Principal of McTimoney Chiropractic College, and

the CDAHK presenting to the educational institutes

on Chiropractic Education of UK and HK and shared

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Chiropractic Doctors Association of Hong Kong

香港執業脊醫協會

E-newsletter July

2017

Chiropractic Doctors Association of HK (CDAHK)

HKGPO Box 2188

Phone: 8108-5688

E-Mail: info@cda.org.hk

Website: www.cda.org.hk