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Dr. Jordan L. Kovacs, DC, FPSC, is involved in clinical research, case-report publication, and professional writing focused on spine care, trauma, diagnostic imaging, biomechanics, causality, functional loss, and musculoskeletal injury.
His published work includes a peer-reviewed journal case report, clinical case studies, research papers and preprints, professional articles, and educational contributions.
For additional information about Dr. Kovacs’ clinical background, training, and professional experience, visit the Dr. Jordan Kovacs profile.
Research Profiles
Dr. Kovacs' scholarly work and research identity can also be found through the following academic and professional research platforms:
ORCID | Google Scholar | NCBI Bibliography | SSRN | ResearchGate
Peer-Reviewed Journal Publications
Kovacs JL, et al. Incidental distal tibial enchondroma identified during evaluation of foot and ankle pain. BMJ Case Reports. 2026;19(7):e272535. DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2026-272535 .
This peer-reviewed case report describes the incidental identification of a distal tibial enchondroma during the evaluation of persistent foot and ankle pain and illustrates the clinical importance of correlating history, examination, radiographic findings, and advanced imaging.
Clinical Case Reports and Case Studies
Dr. Kovacs has also contributed to clinical case studies involving diagnostic imaging, spinal and musculoskeletal conditions, and clinical correlation.
Eliciting a Proper History Leads to the Discovery of a Foreign Body Embedded in the Cervical Soft Tissue: A Case Study.
Kovacs J, Studin M, Loftus R, Strom J, Gerow G.
MedPix, National Library of Medicine. Published May 13, 2024.
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Radiculopathy From Right Proximal Foraminal and Lateral Recess Disc Protrusion and Chiropractic Care: A Case Study.
Kovacs JL, Studin M, et al.
MedPix, National Library of Medicine. Published April 12, 2024.
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Enchondroma as a Secondary Radiographic Finding in a Patient With Left Foot Pain: Case Study.
Kovacs J, Studin M, Loftus R, Strom J, Gerow G.
MedPix, National Library of Medicine. Published March 24, 2024.
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Utilization of the Transcapular Y-View Radiograph in the Diagnosis of Shoulder Impingement Syndrome: Case Report.
Kovacs J.
US Chiropractic Directory. 2022.
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Importance of Clinical Correlation and the Potential Detrimental Reliance on Radiologist Reporting of MRI Studies in Clinical Chiropractic: Case Report.
Kovacs J.
US Chiropractic Directory. 2022.
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Research Papers and Preprints
Dr. Kovacs has authored research papers and preprints examining spinal trauma, biomechanics, imaging limitations, whiplash-associated disorders, pre-existing pathology, and injury causation. These works are available through SSRN and are indexed on his academic research profiles. Preprints have not necessarily undergone formal peer review.
Ligamentous Injury in the Cervical Spine: Detection, Biomechanics, and Chronic Instability.
Kovacs J. 2026. SSRN.
DOI:
10.2139/ssrn.6385098
Why Cervical Soft-Tissue Injuries May Not Be Apparent on Early Imaging: A Diagnostic and Biomechanical Perspective Following Motor Vehicle Trauma.
Kovacs J. 2026. SSRN.
DOI:
10.2139/ssrn.6228858
Pre-existing Spinal Pathology as an Injury Amplification Factor: Biomechanical Evidence for Reduced Tissue Tolerance in Traumatic Loading.
Kovacs J. 2026. SSRN.
DOI:
10.2139/ssrn.6210318
The Neurological Spectrum of Whiplash-Associated Disorders: Beyond Cervicalgia.
Kovacs J. 2026. SSRN.
DOI:
10.2139/ssrn.6164728
Why Vehicle Damage Does Not Predict Injury Severity: A Clinical and Biomechanical Perspective on Motor Vehicle Trauma.
Kovacs J. 2026. SSRN.
DOI:
10.2139/ssrn.6097047
Professional Articles and Media Contributions
Chiropractic's Future: Subtle Changes That Will Forever Strengthen the Profession.
Studin M, Kovacs J.
Chiropractic Economics. 2026.
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Backpack Safety Tips from NJ Experts.
Feintuch S, Kovacs J. Best of NJ. 2017.
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Chiropractors.
Contribution to ADHD Treatments & Remedies: Top ADHD Experts Share Their Secrets to Success.
Portrait Health Publishing. 2013.
Professional Education and Course Contributions
The Clinical Application of Advanced Imaging Utilizing High-Field MRI to Determine Pathology in Trauma and Non-Trauma Patients.
Studin M, Peyster R, Kovacs J.
MRI Certification Course, Module 6. CMCS Post-Doctoral Division. 2009.
This educational contribution addressed the clinical application of advanced imaging and the use of high-field MRI in the evaluation of traumatic and non-traumatic pathology.
For clinical background, credentials, and practice information, visit Dr. Jordan Kovacs’ professional profile.