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

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When treating musculoskeletal injuries, chiropractors often face the key question of when to use heat vs ice therapy. When to Use Ice vs Heat for Musculoskeletal Injuries Heat and cold therapy both play valuable roles in managing pain and promoting healing. However, their mechanisms and effects differ. References 1.

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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. 5,6,11) Clinicians should prioritize treating the underlying musculoskeletal issues rather than simply masking symptoms. 2021 Mar;9(5).

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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Orthopedic testing helps isolate specific musculoskeletal tissues, sometimes eliciting pain, weakness, or a combination of both. 2019) found that both operative and nonoperative groups reported improved pain and functional outcome scores. (3) Shoulder pain and weakness are common symptoms in patients seeking chiropractic care.

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Top Chiropractic Research from 2024: Elevating Evidence-Based Care

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As chiropractors, were fortunate to work in a field supported by an ever-growing body of chiro research that supports our profession. From reducing opioid dependence to improving functional outcomes , these chiropractic studies affirm our role as leaders in musculoskeletal health. 5) Chaibi et al. Annals of medicine. 12) Bise et al.

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Back Pain Statistics by the Numbers

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Our friendly and knowledgeable chiropractors at Petrak Family Chiropractic define back pain as pain that occurs anywhere along the four regions of your spine, which run from the base of your skull to your tailbone. Adults, 2019.” Here are a few of the most fascinating back pain statistics their study revealed: In 2019, 39.0%

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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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Nerve flossing has emerged as a game-changer for chiropractors looking to address common conditions like sciatica, cervical radiculopathy, shoulder pain, and carpal tunnel syndrome. Read on to discover the top 3 nerve mobilization treatments every chiropractor needs to master—right now. 2019 Aug 8;27(4):208-14.

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7 Essential Neurodynamic Tests For Sciatica And Lumbar Radiculopathies

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Evidence-based chiropractors frequently manage lower extremity radicular pain, with sciatica being the most common culprit. Exacerbation of radicular complaints upon dorsiflexion or hip rotation suggests a neurologic origin vs. a musculoskeletal origin. (8) Musculoskeletal Science and Practice. 2019 Oct 1;43:91-5.