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OCTOBER 31, 2024

When was the last time you treated patients with back pain from snow shoveling injuries? This blog will explore the biomechanics of snow shoveling and provide strengthening recommendations to help prepare patients for the demands of winter, reducing the risk of back injuries before they occur. 2016 Mar;50(5):273-280. Gabbett TJ.

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AUGUST 29, 2024

As a chiropractor, you’ve likely encountered patients with persistent mechanical low back pain that defies conventional treatments. These small, tender nodules can significantly impact your patients’ well-being, yet many healthcare professionals are unaware of their presence and potential treatments. What is an Episacral Lipoma?

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First Principles of Movement

JANUARY 18, 2022

Beliefs and expectations are so important in a contemporary approach to rehabilitation (Carroll et al 2016). Using the ABCDEFW pneumonic helps us gather the information that enables us to individualise education resources to support someone towards active, high-value healthcare utilisation and ultimately self-management (Fu, 2016).

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

When treating musculoskeletal injuries, chiropractors often face the key question of when to use heat vs ice therapy. Understanding the benefits of ice and heat therapy can significantly impact a patient's healing journey. How long to apply ice therapy: 10-20 minutes. International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Gluteus medius weakness Patellofemoral pain syndrome patients consistently demonstrate hip abductor weakness with resultant kinematic problems, particularly uncontrolled hip adduction when ambulating. (8-13) Squatting The most sensitive physical examination test for patellofemoral pain syndrome patients is pain with squatting. (31)

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APRIL 11, 2024

Up to 22%-55% of patients with hip or groin pain have a hip labral tear (1). Patients with a torn hip labrum typically see an average of 4 healthcare providers, undergo 3.4 Patients with a torn hip labrum typically see an average of 4 healthcare providers, undergo 3.4 imaging tests, and try 3.1 imaging tests, and try 3.1

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