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

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When treating musculoskeletal injuries, chiropractors often face the key question of when to use heat vs ice therapy. When to Use Ice vs Heat for Musculoskeletal Injuries Heat and cold therapy both play valuable roles in managing pain and promoting healing. Mechanisms and efficacy of heat and cold therapies for musculoskeletal injury.

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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. Imaging studies, such as cervical X-rays or MRIs, are generally unnecessary but may help identify underlying cervical spine abnormalities (i.e.,

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SINTX Technologies Announces Strategic Changes to Board of Directors

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Sonny Bal, the appointment of President and CEO Eric Olson as Chairman of the Board, and the addition of five new directors with decades of industry expertise spanning orthopedics, spine, interventional pain, cardiovascular, medical device business development and global commercialization.

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Top 7 Things Chiropractors Need to Know About Back Mice (Episacral Lipomas)

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Adipose tissue as pain generator in the lower back and lower extremity: application in musculoskeletal medicine. Global Spine Journal. 2014 Oct 10;6(4). HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine. 2020;1(5):257. Singh A, Ramalingam K, Kai LK, Jeremy SV. 2016 Apr;6(1_suppl):s-0036. Tiegs-Heiden CA, Murthy NS, Glazebrook KN, Skinner JA.

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The benefits of CBD for pain management

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Traditional chiropractic adjustments aim to realign the spine and improve nervous system function, thereby reducing pain. Support musculoskeletal health: DCs focus extensively on the musculoskeletal system, addressing issues related to muscles, joints and connective tissue.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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Essential Questions To Ask In A Hip Exam Like most other musculoskeletal complaints, a comprehensive patient history is the primary source of diagnostic information for hip-related issues. Neuro eval- dermatomes, myotomes, reflexes Lumbosacral evaluation - an estimated 71% of hip problems arise from an asymptomatic spine. (2)

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The Top 3 Nerve Flossing Techniques Every Chiropractor Must Know—And Why You Can’t Ignore Them

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Quick Tutorial : Neurodynamics 101: What You Need to Know in 90 Seconds Chiropractors know all too well the impact of poor neurodynamics on musculoskeletal health. Whether caused by cervical spine irritation or peripheral nerve entrapment, dysfunction of the radial nerve can lead to debilitating pain and weakness in the arm and hand.