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Sleep issues and musculoskeletal pain: A two-way street with numerous influences

Chiropractic Economics

Sleep issues increase predisposition to pain A 2018 review in CHEST says while the conventional view is a bidirectional relationship between sleep disturbances and pain, longitudinal studies are now exploring whether the former often precedes the latter. Here’s what they’ve found.

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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2018 Jan 1;98(1). 2018 Aug 1;17(8):709-20. Pereira MP, Lling H, Dieckhfer A, Steinke S, Zeidler C, Stnder S. Brachioradial Pruritus and Notalgia Paraesthetica: A Comparative Observational Study of Clinical Presentation and Morphological Pathologies. Acta dermato-venereologica. Grabnar M, Tiwari M, Vallabh J. JMIR dermatology.

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Parker University extends president’s contract until 2030

Chiropractic Economics

Throughout his time at Parker University, Morgan has exemplified the university founder’s foundational mission of service to others and promoted the traits of professional mastery, loving service, personal responsibility, passion and self-actualization, just as he hopes for students.

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IRS meal and entertainment deductions: Guidelines for DCs

Chiropractic Economics

Entertainment rules post-TCJA : Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, entertainment expenses have been largely eliminated. However, meals related to business are still deductible based on updated IRS guidance from Oct.

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Cannabinoids may help reduce musculoskeletal pain when used short-term

Chiropractic Economics

Research published in 2018 indicates cannabinoids also affect ion channels and enzymes, enhancing their positive effects on pain. The 2024 research suggest there may be a genetic component to this effect. By targeting specific cannabinoid receptors in the endocannabinoid system, pain may be reduced.

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Insurance type tied to variations in chronic pain treatment, research suggests

Chiropractic Economics

Among 4,254,818 adults with commercial insurance and 583,369 adults with Medicaid insurance who had not experienced chronic pain in 2017, researchers identified 1,095,358 adults with commercial insurance and 176,607 adults with Medicaid insurance who experienced new episodes of chronic pain during the 2018–2020 timeframe.

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The chiropractic approach to cardiovascular health

Chiropractic Economics

Multiple Cause of Death 2018–2021. She enjoys making cutting-edge research digestible for both practitioners and patients. For more information, visit wholisticmatters.com. References National Center for Health Statistics. link] CDC WONDER Database. Accessed September 10 , 2024. Meier T, et al.

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