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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

For this discussion, we will define the upper cervical spine as the atlantooccipital joint, the axio-atlantal joint and the joints of the C2-3 segment. 18 Dry needling targets soft tissue, while manual therapy can be utilized to target joint dysfunction. 2007; 37(3):100107. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. Europe PMC.

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Meralgia Paresthetica: A Commonly Overlooked Cause of Thigh Pain

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The primary tools of spinal and pelvic manipulation help restore joint function and reduce mechanical stress on the nerve. 2007 Aug 20;8(8):669-77. 2007 Aug 20;8(8):669-77. 2007 Jun 1;172(6):663-5. 2007 Aug;116(2):118-23. 2007 May;35(5):678-80. 2009 Apr;22(3):365-70. Harney D, Patijn J. Pain Medicine.

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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1,4,5,9) Cervical spine conditions such as disc herniation, spondylosis, or chronic joint dysfunction hypersensitize these nerves, making them more likely to misfire. (12) 2007 May;34(5):315-9. 12) What Causes Neuropathic Itch? 13,14,16) 3. spondylosis or disc lesions). AVK E, AVK , ENDUR F. The Journal of dermatology.

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Baxter’s Nerve Entrapment

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Manipulation of the Ankle and Foot: ▶️ Manipulation-Subtalar Anterior Glide (Toggle Board) ▶️ Manipulation-Subtalar Joint Distraction 4. Epub 2007 Mar 30. Heel cups can help dissipate pressure via weight redistribution. Alshami AM, Souvlis T, Coppieters MW. 2008 May;13(2):103-11. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2007.01.014. 2007.01.014.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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13) MRI Considerations Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is more sensitive to detect joint effusion/synovitis, cartilage, labral, and bone marrow lesions. (15) Structural [hip] joint changes are frequent in asymptomatic population and neither radiographs nor MRI have shown a good correlation with pain and functional impairment.” (15)

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Schmorl’s Node Refresher: 7 Surprising Facts Every DC Must Own

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The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery British Volume. 2007 Jun 15;57(5):855-60. Rami communicans nerve block for the treatment of symptomatic Schmorl's nodes-a case report. The Korean journal of pain. 2010 Dec 1;23(4):262-5. Peng B, Wu W, Hou S, Shang W. The pathogenesis of Schmorl’s nodes. 2003 Aug 1;85(6):879-82.

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The top 6 common myths about chiropractic treatment

Canadian Chiropractic Association

For example, spinal and joint manipulation has been shown to be effective treatment for acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, like back pain. 5 Adjustments are painful In general, adjustments or joint manipulations do not hurt. 5 Adjustments are painful In general, adjustments or joint manipulations do not hurt.