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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

ChiroUp

1,4,5,9) Cervical spine conditions such as disc herniation, spondylosis, or chronic joint dysfunction hypersensitize these nerves, making them more likely to misfire. (12) 3) Improve Ergonomics: Optimize seated, standing, and laptop workstations to reduce spinal stress and improve posture. 12) What Causes Neuropathic Itch?

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Combating forward head carriage

Chiropractic Economics

Evaluating patient posture has been an essential tool in chiropractic care for decades, and it provides us with necessary information about how well the body is adapting to trauma, stress and the influence of gravity. It’s also interesting to note posture analysis was used to promote the chiropractic profession. Posture is important.

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7 Benefits of Kinesio Taping

Fisher Chiropractic

Are you tired of dealing with painful muscles or joints? Increased Space Around Joints Anyone dealing with joint pain knows that it can be frustrating to address. Experts can use the tape to increase the space around the joint, even by just a fraction. In turn, this enhanced circulation can help the body heal faster.

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What To Do When You Slip and Fall on Ice

Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

Bureau of Labor Statistics , over 20,000 workplace injuries were reported in 2017 as a result of falling on ice. Left untreated, these injuries may affect your posture and overall mobility. Even if you don’t experience immediate pain, subtle injuries to your spine, hips, or joints may develop over time.

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How Chiropractic Care Supports Family Members of Every Age

Foundation for Chiropractic Progress

Not only can DCs offer targeted strategies that maximize joint function and deliver injury care for neuromusculoskeletal issues, they also provide consultation on other health topics like nutrition, exercise, posture and ergonomics so that family members of all ages can enjoy better health and well-being.

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Tracking Postural Health with Surface EMG Scans

CLA

Lets talk about posture. Poor posture often points to deeper issues like nerve interference, muscle fatigue, or spinal misalignment. This technology gives chiropractors a precise look at how muscles are working along the spine, helping you track postural health and guide adjustments. How do you measure all that? The best part?

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Back Pain: 3 ways chiropractors can help

Canadian Chiropractic Association

Manual Therapy: When a joint isn’t moving as well as it should, your chiropractor may utilize this treatment technique to help regain motion within a joint. This can be accomplished through joint mobilization (slow, gentle stretches of the affected joint) or manipulation (a quick but gentle movement that stretches the joint).