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

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1-3) Migraine Headaches : Using ice for migraines can provide relief. (5-7) 2010 Jul 7:105-13. This belief is primarily based on animal studies, which suggest that early application of ice can help control inflammation and minimize further injury within the first 6-12 hours. Open access journal of sports medicine.

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Chiropractic Research

ABCA

Liliedahl et al (2010), Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics “Chiropractic care appeared relatively cost-effective for the treatment of chronic low-back pain. Four weeks after cessation of treatment. Chiropractic and medical care performed comparably for acute patients.

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The top 6 common myths about chiropractic treatment

Canadian Chiropractic Association

In addition to the evidence that supports chiropractic care in managing musculoskeletal complaints of the spine, there is also evidence that it supports chiropractic management of the extremities, headaches and pain 1 , 2. Evidence-based guidelines for the chiropractic treatment of adults with headache. Descarreaux, M., Duranleau, M.,

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5 Effective Cervicogenic Headache Treatments

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Nearly half of the population experiences headaches, and an estimated 25% are cervicogenic headaches, i.e., stemming from dysfunction in the cervical spine. 1,2) While often overlooked, cervicogenic headaches can be just as debilitating as migraines, especially when compounded by cervical spine dysfunction.

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The ROOTS of a Play Based Approach

First Principles of Movement

Pain is still the main reason people seek medical care (3 of the top 10 including osteoarthritis, headaches and back pain) and chronic pain conditions comprise 3 of the top 4 conditions for years lost to disability (including back pain, neck pain and musculoskeletal disorders). Ferreira, M. Machado, G., Latimer, J., Ferreira, P. McNichol, E.,

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