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The chiropractic approach to cardiovascular health

Chiropractic Economics

DCs focus on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders, particularly those related to the spine, with the belief that spinal health impacts the nervous system and, consequently, the function of various organs. link] CDC WONDER Database. Accessed September 10 , 2024. Meier T, et al. Eur J Epidemiol. 2019;34(1):37-55.

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

ChiroUp

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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The ROOTS of a Play Based Approach

First Principles of Movement

Pain is still the main reason people seek medical care (3 of the top 10 including osteoarthritis, headaches and back pain) and chronic pain conditions comprise 3 of the top 4 conditions for years lost to disability (including back pain, neck pain and musculoskeletal disorders). 2012 In Erb & Shmidt, 2021 p279). Gifford, L. ONLINE] 11.

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How Chiropractic Care Supports Family Members of Every Age

Foundation for Chiropractic Progress

From birth to the golden years, doctors of chiropractic (DCs) offer natural solutions for pain relief, provide strategies to support optimal health and lay a strong foundation in the prevention of future health issues. If sitting sedentary at a computer desk, a different but just as important set of concerns will arise.

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PowerStep Foot Insoles: A Chiropractors Guide 

The Evidence Based Chiropractor

17 Foot orthotics can help improve posture control and may help prevent and treat low back pain. Interventions that modify foot function, such as orthoses, may therefore have a role in preventing and treating low back pain.13 Musculoskeletal Care. 12 Pronated foot function may contribute to low back symptoms in women.

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

JBJS

Essays by patients describe what it means to be (or care for a family member who is) a patient with musculoskeletal disease or injury. In a 2016 editorial, Dr. Swiontkowski and Bruce J. In 2015, JBJS partnered with KUDOS, a free, web-based service that enables authors to boost and measure the impact of their published work.

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Managing Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: New Research Insights and Treatment Strategies

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Exercise Per the 2016 consensus statement by the International Patellofemoral Pain Research Committee, exercise therapy is considered the primary treatment approach for individuals with PFPS (37). Preventing Problems 101: The 10% Rule Proper Running Mechanics Choose the Correct Athletic Shoe Rethinking Chronic Pain References 1.

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