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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

DECEMBER 5, 2024

10 The study’s results demonstrate the application of dry needling of suboccipital and upper trapezius muscles induces a significant improvement in headache symptoms, functional rating index and range of motion in patients with cervicogenic headaches. This is often termed a rams horn presentation.

Headache

Headache Migraine Physical Rehabilitation Joints

Meralgia Paresthetica: A Commonly Overlooked Cause of Thigh Pain

ChiroUp

APRIL 10, 2025

Persistent, burning pain along the front or side of the thigh can be frustrating and disruptive for patients. 3,34-40) Patients often describe paresthesias or hypersensitivity, with symptoms aggravated by walking and relieved by sitting. A positive test occurs when the patient reports symptom relief within 45 seconds.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis Radiculopathy Kinesio Taping Ligaments

Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

ChiroUp

JANUARY 2, 2025

2) Chiropractors routinely encounter patients with neuropathic itching, particularly conditions like brachioradial pruritus, as they often stem from cervical spine dysfunction and nerve irritation. 9) Neuropathic itch is more common in patients with systemic triggers like sensory polyneuropathy (e.g., 12) What Causes Neuropathic Itch?

Radiculopathy

Radiculopathy Diagnosis X-ray Posture

Baxter’s Nerve Entrapment

ChiroUp

APRIL 5, 2024

88% of patients with heel pain also have degenerative findings in the lateral plantar nerve using nerve conduction velocity. (1) 1) An estimated 54% of patients with plantar foot pain have a neurologic etiology. (2) 1) An estimated 54% of patients with plantar foot pain have a neurologic etiology. (2)

Diagnosis

Diagnosis Physical therapy Treatment Chiropractor

Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

ChiroUp

MARCH 28, 2024

Hip pain affects patients of all ages and increases with time. Fortunately, evidence-based chiropractors are proficient in managing most of these patients. Fortunately, evidence-based chiropractors are proficient in managing most of these patients. provided we accurately diagnose the problem.

Hip Exam

Hip Exam X-ray Diagnosis Musculoskeletal

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

ChiroUp

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Thus, young patients with well-hydrated discs may be most vulnerable. 8) Back pain patients are three times more likely to exhibit schmorls nodes than asymptomatic groups. (30) 20) Acute schmorl's node symptoms in chronic LBP patients may present as an exacerbation that is “different.” 16,26,27) 4.

X-ray

X-ray Radiculopathy Spine Clinic

The top 6 common myths about chiropractic treatment

Canadian Chiropractic Association

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

From these observations, a diagnosis will be provided, and a treatment plan developed in collaboration with the patient – according to their needs and goals. The treatment plan may recommend a number of subsequent visits to see how the patient responds to care and schedule re-evaluations when indicated. This is false.

Chiropractic Treatment

Chiropractic Treatment Treatment Diagnosis Chiropractic

How Does the Cold Laser Therapy Device Work?

Fisher Chiropractic

JULY 21, 2022

Depending on the nature of the pain, patients can experience relief through treatments performed by a cold laser therapy device. The vast majority of our patients are excellent candidates for this safe and effective procedure. Higher frequencies of 800 to 890 nm are better for treating joint problems.

Kinesio Taping

Kinesio Taping Chronic Pain Treatment Joints

Strategies to improve balance and support healthy aging in your patients

Chiropractic Economics

JANUARY 8, 2025

1 The aging patient presents many complex conditions that can affect all the body’s major systems. Most of the issues that result in a patient seeking care from a DC are usually associated with joint pain of the extremities and back and neck pain, usually due to osteoarthritis. March 2007. Why aging matters.

Fall Prevention

Fall Prevention Patients Posture Musculoskeletal System

5 Effective Cervicogenic Headache Treatments

ChiroUp

MARCH 13, 2025

In the past year, a surge of high-quality research has clarified the most effective treatment for cervicogenic headache, giving chiropractors powerful, evidence-based tools to optimize patient outcomes. SNAG exercises offer patients a way to complement your care and actively participate in their recovery.

Headache

Headache Treatment Spinal Manipulation Physical therapy

AAOS Names 2025 Kappa Delta Ann Doner Vaughn Award Winner for 25-Year Anterior Shoulder Instability Research

OrthoSpineNews

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

These contributions have guided clinical and surgical decision-making while enhancing patient care. Advancing Treatment and Improving Outcomes Historically, patients with a first-time dislocation were treated with brief immobilization followed by physical therapy and eventual return to activity.

Musculoskeletal

Musculoskeletal Joints Treatment Ligaments

Managing Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: New Research Insights and Treatment Strategies

ChiroUp

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Gluteus medius weakness Patellofemoral pain syndrome patients consistently demonstrate hip abductor weakness with resultant kinematic problems, particularly uncontrolled hip adduction when ambulating. (8-13) Additionally, running with a rear-foot strike imposes higher loads on the knee and patellofemoral joints. 15,28-30) 3.

Treatment

Treatment Physical therapy Knee Pain Joints

Why do you have to adjust my neck?

Smart Pain Solutions

APRIL 19, 2024

Pain in your neck is often associated with an inflamed or irritated joint. When a joint is inflamed it typically does not move like it should. Additionally, muscles near the aberrant joint receive signals indicating there is a problem. Now you have joint pain and muscle stiffness.

Adjustment

Adjustment Neck Pain Spine Adjustment Joints

Seven Crucial Things You Need to Know About A Hip Labrum Tear

ChiroUp

APRIL 11, 2024

Up to 22%-55% of patients with hip or groin pain have a hip labral tear (1). Patients with a torn hip labrum typically see an average of 4 healthcare providers, undergo 3.4 Patients with a torn hip labrum typically see an average of 4 healthcare providers, undergo 3.4 imaging tests, and try 3.1 imaging tests, and try 3.1

Diagnosis

Diagnosis Physical therapy Exercise Joints

Understanding Gluteal Tendinopathy: A Guide for Chiropractors

ChiroUp

JANUARY 30, 2025

(1) Anatomy and Mechanics: Why the Gluteal Tendon is Susceptible The gluteal tendons are highly susceptible to compressive loads, partly due to the biomechanics of the femoroacetabular joint. For a helpful resource to share with patients, ChiroUp subscribers can access the Healthy Sleep Positions infographic in the Forms Library.

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