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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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2) Chiropractors routinely encounter patients with neuropathic itching, particularly conditions like brachioradial pruritus, as they often stem from cervical spine dysfunction and nerve irritation. 9) Neuropathic itch is more common in patients with systemic triggers like sensory polyneuropathy (e.g., 9,12,21,22) 5.

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

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Understanding the benefits of ice and heat therapy can significantly impact a patient's healing journey. 2,18) When using an ice pack, patients may progressively feel cold, followed by burning, aching, and finally numbness (CBAN). Such strategies can not only enhance patient comfort but also promote long-term healing.

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Part 1: Why taking NSAIDs for arthritis worsens the condition

Chiropractic Economics

As a DC, you can and should do a much better job than the medical establishment typically does at giving these patients effective relief that doesn’t cause bothersome side effects or actual harm. One study found that in 2,000 arthritic patients, NSAID use increased ulcer risk tenfold. 2014 Dec;34(12):2637-43. Here’s why.

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The body’s own cannabinoid system for healing

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DCs are increasingly recognizing the importance of the ECS in maintaining homeostasis, promoting healing and enhancing patient outcomes. By supporting the ECS, practitioners can help reduce inflammation, promoting healing and recovery in their patients.

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Aledade adds more than 500 practices for 2025

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Aledade, the largest US network of independent primary care, has added more than 500 new primary care practices, clinics and community health centers to its network for 2025. Aledade now supports more than 2,400 primary care organizations nationwide, serving nearly 3 million patients.

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ACA Sports Council’s Sports Chiropractor of the Year chosen

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A legacy of excellence in sports chiropractic Moorings career is defined by his dedication to evidence-based, patient-centered care. Mooring is also the president and clinical director of Back in Balance Chiropractic & Rehab Clinic in West St. In addition to his clinical practice, Mooring is a mentor and educator.

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Expert analysis: Did cervical spine manipulation cause the death of Katie May?

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In a 2014 review study, Biller, et al., epidemiological study, the authors conclude that the increased risk of vertebrobasilar artery stroke associated with chiropractic and primary care provider visits is likely due to patients with headache and neck pain from VAD seeking care before their stroke. and Whedon, et al., hours after CSM.12

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