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Part 1: Why taking NSAIDs for arthritis worsens the condition

Chiropractic Economics

2009 Sep;122(9):836-42. Am J Gastroenterol. 2000 Jan;95(1):157-65. Accessed July 18, 2024. Ding C, et al. Do NSAIDs affect longitudinal changes in knee cartilage volume and knee cartilage defects in older adults? Accessed July 18, 2024. Collier S, Ghosh P.

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New research supports probiotics for better sleep

Chiropractic Economics

Probiotics and sleep A 2024 study involved 9,566 subjects who participated in the 2009-2014 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey ( NHANES ). Developing good nighttime practices , such as keeping the bedroom cool and dark, can promote better sleep. Recent research suggests probiotics can be beneficial too.

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7 New Research Findings Every DC Needs to Know About Rotator Cuff Injuries

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2009 Dec 1;17(4):230-6. 2009 Dec 1;17(4):237-46. Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy. Walser RF, Meserve BB, Boucher TR. The effectiveness of thoracic spine manipulation for the management of musculoskeletal conditions: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials.

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Women are breaking barriers in the chiropractic profession

Chiropractic Economics

According to admissions statistics from CUKC, in 2009 female enrollment was about 36%. We are also seeing a growing number of females in college clinic leadership. CUKC is proud to have two women heading up that role.” I’m certain other colleges are following suit. As of the fall of 2023, that same number jumped to 51%.

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Understanding the differences in light-based therapies: LED vs. laser

Chiropractic Economics

January 2009. Accessed July 26, 2024. Hode T, et al. The importance of coherence in phototherapy. Conference ] International Society for Optical Engineering (SPIE). Research Gate. Accessed July 26, 2024. Romano D, Fusi F. Laser-tissue interaction principles: Beam penetration in tissues (part II). Energy for Health.

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Heat or Ice? Which one do I use?

Beecher Chiropractic

Today were revisiting a topic we covered back in 2009 , a simple guide to help you decide when to use ice and when to use heat: Use Ice for Acute Injuries Ice is typically used within the first 48 hours of an injury to reduce swelling and numb pain. They also do not want to do anything that will make their problem worse.

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UVCA names new executive director

Chiropractic Economics

Connolly supported UVCA leadership during the multi-year process that led to the 2009 unification of the Virginia Chiropractic Association and Virginia Society of Chiropractors, a union that remains strong.