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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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2) Chiropractors routinely encounter patients with neuropathic itching, particularly conditions like brachioradial pruritus, as they often stem from cervical spine dysfunction and nerve irritation. Imaging studies, such as cervical X-rays or MRIs, are generally unnecessary but may help identify underlying cervical spine abnormalities (i.e.,

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Heat vs. Cold Therapy: Which is Best for Musculoskeletal Injuries

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2002 Feb 1;29(2):331-4. The Spine Journal. Schlesinger N, Detry MA, Holland BK, Baker DG, Beutler AM, Rull M, Hoffman BI, Schumacher HR. Local ice therapy during bouts of acute gouty arthritis. The Journal of Rheumatology. Open access journal of sports medicine. 2010 Jul 7:105-13. 2005 Jul 1;5(4):395-403.

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Chiropractic Research

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There is steadily increasing patient use of chiropractic in the United States, which has tripled in the past two decades.” – Meeker, Haldeman (2002), Annals of Internal Medicine Results from observational studies suggested that back pain patients are more satisfied with chiropractic care than with medical care.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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Neuro eval- dermatomes, myotomes, reflexes Lumbosacral evaluation - an estimated 71% of hip problems arise from an asymptomatic spine. (2) 2002 Apr 1;51(4):346-8. The two tests below can assist in identifying hip involvement. TRY FOR FREE References 1. Christmas C, Crespo CJ, Franckowiak SC, Bathon JM, Bartlett SJ, Andersen RE.

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Chiropractic X-ray Utilization: Trends and Insights

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The Spine Journal. Reliability and validity of lumbosacral spine radiograph reading by chiropractors, chiropractic radiologists, and medical radiologists. 2002 Sep 1;27(17):1926-33. Reliability of lumbar spine radiograph reading by chiropractors. Jenkins HJ, Downie AS, Maher CG, Moloney NA, Magnussen JS, Hancock MJ.

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Empowering Women in Chiropractic - Current Research for Your Practice

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This one was Spine Journal last year, May, 2023. From 19% in 2002 to 36.7 They're not just the area that's being treated that may or may not be working appropriately, but. When we get down to being able to maximize these studies and share with the patients, it makes a big difference. of the other complimentary health approaches.