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The body’s own cannabinoid system for healing

Chiropractic Economics

2 These receptors are involved in modulating the release of neurotransmitters, thereby influencing pain perception, inflammation and overall homeostasis. The ECS and pain management One of the most well-documented functions of the ECS is its role in modulating pain.

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Part 1: Why taking NSAIDs for arthritis worsens the condition

Chiropractic Economics

Anyone who lives and walks around on this planet long enough gets at least some arthritis, but many suffer with severe, chronic pain and have developed the habit of relying on nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, NSAIDs, for arthritis pain. 2014 Dec;34(12):2637-43. Accessed July 18, 2024. McLaughlin T, et al.

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The benefits of CBD for pain management

Chiropractic Economics

CBD’s interaction with these receptors helps modulate pain, inflammation, mood and other physiological responses, making CBD products a promising adjunct to standard chiropractic care. Traditional chiropractic adjustments aim to realign the spine and improve nervous system function, thereby reducing pain.

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The ROOTS of a Play Based Approach

First Principles of Movement

Beyond these soaring economic costs (as reported in the Lancet 2021 series on Chronic Pain ) to society the cost to the individual is also significant. B2R rehab education adapted from Louw (2014) Pain Neuroscience Education (PNE) to help shift towards sensitivity talk - connecting thoughts & beliefs with aches & pains.

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

ChiroUp

Use of cryotherapy for managing chronic pain: an evidence-based narrative. Pain and therapy. Davis Company; 2014. Physical medicine techniques in pain management. Practical management of pain. Elsevier: Philadelphia; 2014. Hawai'i Journal of Medicine & Public Health. 2013 Jul;72(7):237.

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Marc F. Swiontkowski, MD, assumes role as Editor-in-Chief

JBJS

Pain Management. In response to the opioid epidemic, JBJS took the lead in encouraging the orthopaedic community to focus on developing solutions to the management of acute and chronic pain related to musculoskeletal conditions. Specific steps included: In April 2019, Drs.

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Managing Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: New Research Insights and Treatment Strategies

ChiroUp

Preventing Problems 101: The 10% Rule Proper Running Mechanics Choose the Correct Athletic Shoe Rethinking Chronic Pain References 1. Incidence and prevalence of patellofemoral pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis. 2014 Oct;9(5):564. 2014 Dec 1;21(6):1135-8. 2014 Oct;44(10):739-47.

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