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Heat or Ice AFTER Manual Therapy: Revisiting the Evidence for Optimal Recovery

ChiroUp

It will also help you clarify when to use each modality, depending on whether the condition is acute or chronic and whether it involves soft tissue or joint structures. A follow-up discussion will include the use of these treatments before manual therapy. Should I ICE After Treatment? Should I HEAT After Treatment?

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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. 22-26) and that combining heat therapy with other treatments may even improve muscle strength in chronic lower back pain. (27)

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The top 6 common myths about chiropractic treatment

Canadian Chiropractic Association

The statement outlines the industry’s standard practice to not require a physician referral for the reimbursement of eligible treatments provided by paramedical providers. From these observations, a diagnosis will be provided, and a treatment plan developed in collaboration with the patient – according to their needs and goals.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

ChiroUp

13) MRI Considerations Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is more sensitive to detect joint effusion/synovitis, cartilage, labral, and bone marrow lesions. (15) Structural [hip] joint changes are frequent in asymptomatic population and neither radiographs nor MRI have shown a good correlation with pain and functional impairment.” (15)

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

JBJS

Swiontkowski, MD (Editor-in-Chief, 2015-Present) Leading by Example with a Focus on Excellence, Integrity, and Humanity Marc F. In 2015, JBJS partnered with KUDOS, a free, web-based service that enables authors to boost and measure the impact of their published work. In a 2015 editorial, Dr. Swiontkowski (along with Robert G.

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Shining a light on back pain

Musculoskeletal Australia

Pairs of small joints (facet joints) connect vertebrae to one another. The pain comes from the muscles, ligaments and joints. A thorough examination by your doctor will decide whether more investigations are appropriate or helpful in developing a treatment plan that’s right for you. Learn ways to manage pain.

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Shining a light on back pain

Musculoskeletal Australia

Pairs of small joints (facet joints) connect vertebrae to one another. The pain comes from the muscles, ligaments and joints. A thorough examination by your doctor will decide whether more investigations are appropriate or helpful in developing a treatment plan that’s right for you. Learn ways to manage pain.