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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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2) Chiropractors routinely encounter patients with neuropathic itching, particularly conditions like brachioradial pruritus, as they often stem from cervical spine dysfunction and nerve irritation. Imaging studies, such as cervical X-rays or MRIs, are generally unnecessary but may help identify underlying cervical spine abnormalities (i.e.,

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

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Recent evidence has led practitioners to shift from RICE to the PEACE & LOVE approach, which emphasizes early protection, elevation, avoiding antiinflammatories, compression, and education, followed by (controlled) loading, optimism, vascularization, and exercises. (2) 2018 Aug 1;57:107-13. Clinical Biomechanics.

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Expand the scope of chiropractic care

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Understanding chiropractic scope and the rise of cannabinoids Chiropractic care has always emphasized natural, noninvasive treatments that focus on the spine, muscles, joints and nervous system. Federal and state regulations The 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp-derived CBD products containing less than 0.3% THC at the federal level.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Cervicogenic Headaches

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Understanding the Significance of Suboccipital Muscles A recent Delphi study highlighted that cervicogenic headaches (CGH) respond positively to upper cervical spine mobilization, emphasizing the importance of addressing specific anatomical regions. (1) Published 2018 Oct 17. 1) Tavakkoli et al. BMC Neurol. 2018;18(1):171.

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Top 7 Things Chiropractors Need to Know About Back Mice (Episacral Lipomas)

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Symptoms may improve with light exercise, heat, or compression. (2) Global Spine Journal. 2018 Jan;47:137-40. Symptoms may include referred pain to the gluteal area, hip, thigh, or even the abdomen and groin. Symptoms may be exacerbated by trunk movements, such as transitioning from a bed or chair, and by weather changes.

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The Top 3 Nerve Flossing Techniques Every Chiropractor Must Know—And Why You Can’t Ignore Them

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But here's the catch: if you're not incorporating these techniques and associated home exercises into your practice, you’re missing out on a critical tool that can set you apart. Deeper Dive: Check out our prior blog and tutorial video on 4 Nerve Flossing Exercises for Back & Leg Pain Relief. Check out this video to learn how.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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Neuro eval- dermatomes, myotomes, reflexes Lumbosacral evaluation - an estimated 71% of hip problems arise from an asymptomatic spine. (2) ChiroUp subscribers can dive into the Clinical Skills tab for step-by-step tutorials on all the related best-practice treatments, exercises, and ADL advice that your patients need.

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