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Top 7 Things Chiropractors Need to Know About Back Mice (Episacral Lipomas)

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As a chiropractor, you’ve likely encountered patients with persistent mechanical low back pain that defies conventional treatments. These small, tender nodules can significantly impact your patients’ well-being, yet many healthcare professionals are unaware of their presence and potential treatments. What is an Episacral Lipoma?

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Chiropractic Treatment of SLAP Lesions

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The significance of a confirmed labral tear is debatable since this finding is present in more than half of asymptomatic middle-aged patients. (1) Chiropractors must understand how to manage patients with SLAP lesions, as the impact of a confirmed labral tear cannot be understated. 13,14) When should I refer a patient to surgery?

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The top 6 common myths about chiropractic treatment

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Due to the extensive training of chiropractors as diagnosticians, chiropractors will perform a comprehensive assessment to help determine a diagnosis or clinical impressions. From these observations, a diagnosis will be provided, and a treatment plan developed in collaboration with the patient – according to their needs and goals.

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

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Up to 22%-55% of patients with hip or groin pain have a hip labral tear (1). This diagnosis often leads to extensive diagnostic testing and significant healthcare expenses. 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

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Managing Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: New Research Insights and Treatment Strategies

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Gluteus medius weakness Patellofemoral pain syndrome patients consistently demonstrate hip abductor weakness with resultant kinematic problems, particularly uncontrolled hip adduction when ambulating. (8-13) PFPS is primarily a diagnosis of exclusion, and the following tests can help solidify the diagnosis. 15,28-30) 3.

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