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

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2) Schmorl node facts: Most common sites include the T7-L1 region, although any region is vulnerable, including the cervical spine. 2,7) Schmorls node spine MRI Schmorl’s node lumbar spine x-ray 2. 2,7) Schmorls node spine MRI Schmorl’s node lumbar spine x-ray 2. Asian spine journal.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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Neuro eval- dermatomes, myotomes, reflexes Lumbosacral evaluation - an estimated 71% of hip problems arise from an asymptomatic spine. (2) 12,13) Imaging Acute Hip Pain X-rays of the hip and pelvis are prioritized to rule out fractures, especially after a fall or minor injury. (12) 2013 Sep;6:226-34. Skeletal Radiology.

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How Integrating Nervous System Scanning Can Transform Your Chiropractic Practice

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Many chiropractors rely exclusively on traditional tools like X-rays, which provide great insights into structural misalignments. Why X-Rays Alone Arent Enough Anymore X-rays have been a staple in chiropractic care for decades, and for good reason. X-rays dont reveal that interference.

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Why Shifting to a Function-First Approach in Chiropractic Matters

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As chiropractors, weve long focused on vertebral subluxationsthose misalignments in the spine that cause dysfunction. What if the spines misalignments arent the problem but the bodys attempt to adapt to stress and maintain function? It means adjustments arent just about fixing the spine. This approach shifts the narrative.

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How To Get Neurological Scanning Into Your Chiropractic Practice

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Thermal Scans Thermal imaging tracks temperature changes along the spine, which can reveal areas of inflammation or nerve interference affecting organs and glands. Why Neurological Scanning Goes Beyond Traditional X-Rays Lets talk about X-rays for a second. X-rays show bones. No guesswork.

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Bridging the Gap Between Traditional and Function-First Chiropractic Care

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Traditional approaches focused on structure, like spinal misalignments seen on X-rays, have been the backbone of the field for decades. Heres what traditional care offers: Clear diagnostics : Tools like X-rays provide detailed images of spinal structure. Lets face itchiropractic care is evolving. ” Not at all.

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The Future of Non-Invasive Diagnostics in Chiropractic Practices

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neuroCORE (sEMG) : Tracks muscle tension and fatigue along the spine, pinpointing areas of nerve interference. neuroTHERMAL : Maps temperature changes along the spine, revealing stress patterns that affect organ and gland function. Do these tools replace traditional methods like X-rays?