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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. Arch Intern Med. February 11, 2002;162:265-270.

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

JBJS

Swiontkowski has taken a number of specific steps to show appreciation to those who help JBJS accomplish its mission of providing the community of musculoskeletal caregivers with the best information available to share with their patients when making treatment decisions. Pain Management. The “Elite Reviewer” Program.

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

ChiroUp

8-9,38) Post-Knee Arthroplasty : Studies indicate that cold compression therapy after knee replacement surgery can improve outcomes, such as better pain relief, compared to other treatment methods. 26) Studies indicate that heat therapy provides short-term relief from pain and disability. (22-26) Pain and therapy.

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Managing Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: New Research Insights and Treatment Strategies

ChiroUp

Deeper dive: Check out these on-demand ChiroUp webinars for common functional deficits: Wildcard ⚠️: Radiographs Plain radiographs of the knee are generally unnecessary for the simple diagnosis of patellofemoral pain syndrome but can exclude other more advanced diagnoses, such as osteoarthritis, patellar fracture, and osteochondritis. (31)

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