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

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herpes zoster), infections, malignancies, inflammatory diseases including inflammatory joint pain, pregnancy, or neurological conditions that may alter peripheral sensitivity, such as multiple sclerosis, ALS, spinal injuries, and diabetes. 2013 Jul;72(7):237. 2013 Sep 1;21(3):186-93. Pain and therapy. 2021 Jun;10:81-100.

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The secret cause of inflamaging lies deep within the gut

Chiropractic Economics

Fibromyalgia pain Chronic joint pain Chronic fatigue Weight gain Anxiety/depression Cognitive decline Rising blood pressure Rising triglycerides and cholesterol Either hypoglycemia or elevated blood sugar As you are probably aware, an inflammatory component contributes to each of these conditions. 2019;99(4):1877-2013. 2021;13(3):886.

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

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2013 Jun;7(2):131. 2013 Aug;22:1907-12. 2013 Aug;22:1907-12. The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery British Volume. 2019 Dec 1;19(12):2013-24. Abu-Ghanem S, Ohana N, Abu-Ghanem Y, Kittani M, Shelef I. Acute schmorl node in dorsal spine: an unusual cause of a sudden onset of severe back pain in a young female.

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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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NovoPulse- Where Recovery Meets Performance

The Evidence Based Chiropractor

We also know that immune cells produce pro-inflammatory cytokines, creating a persistent state of inflammation in the joint. As a result, this joint inflammation leads to pain and Osteoarthritis, preventing normal cartilage restoration and promoting the destruction of the joint architecture. 2013; 8: 1289–1293.

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Understanding Chiropractic Nervous System Scanning Methods

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Complementing Traditional Chiropractic Assessments While traditional assessments focus on structural issues such as joint misalignments, scanning methods add a layer of functional analysis. The combination of these assessments helps chiropractors create personalized care plans that address the full spectrum of a patient’s health.

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Water: the elixir of life

Musculoskeletal Australia

The importance of water Water lubricates and cushions our joints, aids digestion, prevents constipation, keeps our temperature normal and helps maintain blood pressure. And while we can survive for weeks without food, we can only survive for days without water. It really is essential for our survival.