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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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Subscribers can access the full brachioradial pruritis protocol in the Condition Reference Library, now featuring nearly 200 conditions with detailed tools and tutorial videos for best-practice assessments, treatments, and management. Brachioradial pruritus: an etiologic review and treatment summary. 2016 Jul;91:549-51.

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

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Treatment of cervicogenic headaches via dry needling A systematic review has investigated the effectiveness of dry needling and conventional physiotherapy in managing cervicogenic headaches or tension-type headaches. 10 The acupuncture literature provides further evidence for the use of dry needling for the treatment of headaches.

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The chiropractic approach to cardiovascular health

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Chiropractic treatments typically involve spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapies, rehabilitative exercises and lifestyle counseling. Integrative considerations Integrating chiropractic care with conventional medical treatments can offer a comprehensive approach to cardiovascular health. link] CDC WONDER Database. Meier T, et al.

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

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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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Chiropractic Treatment of Cervicogenic Headaches

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In the ever-evolving field of chiropractic care, staying abreast of the latest research and treatment modalities is crucial for practitioners to provide the best care for their patients. Incorporating spinal manipulation into treatment plans is vital for achieving positive results. (3-5) 1) Tavakkoli et al.

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Chiropractic Treatment of SLAP Lesions

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Chiropractic management of shoulder injuries is becoming more popular as many athletes see the benefit of conservative treatment. Non-surgical treatment correcting scapular dyskinesis and GIRD has a reasonable success rate in MLB players with a documented SLAP lesion. (2) January 2016 vol. 2) What is a SLAP Lesion?

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Understanding the differences in light-based therapies: LED vs. laser

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Red LED light therapy Red LED light therapy reduces inflammation at superficial tissue layers and stimulates collagen production, making it effective for scar reduction and anti-aging treatments. 5,6 Lasers offer significant flexibility in treatment capabilities, allowing practitioners to address both superficial and deep-seated conditions.

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