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The Joint Corp. names new chief financial officer

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The Joint Corp., the US’s largest provider of chiropractic care through The Joint Chiropractic® network, announced Scott J. The Joint is executing a multiphase strategy to reignite growth, reduce overhead and improve profitability,” said Bowman. About The Joint Corp. The Joint Corp.

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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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) 2019 Jun 21;10:1303. 12) What Causes Neuropathic Itch? 13,14,16) 3. spondylosis or disc lesions). Annals of Translational Medicine. 2021 Mar;9(5).

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Magnesium Glycinate can correct magnesium deficiency—and make your patients feel much better

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A 2019 study published in the journal Nutrients 3 found magnesium glycinate absorbed more efficiently than other varieties whether subjects had fasted or not, taking 37 minutes to release 80% of its magnesium supply, with 100% released in less than two hours after administration. Accessed June 20, 2025. Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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2019) found that both operative and nonoperative groups reported improved pain and functional outcome scores. (3) MD Full-Thickness Rotator-Cuff Tears: Nonoperative Treatment Is Good, But Surgery May Be Better, The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery: October 2, 2019 - Volume 101 - Issue 19 - p e105 doi: 10.2106/JBJS.19.00810

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A letter from the editor

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An American boy born in 2019 could expect to take prescription drugs for 48% of his life. An American girl born in 2019 could expect to take prescription drugs for 60% of her life. Heres what he has to say: Empowering health For decades, the healthcare industry has been dominated by a pharmaceutical-first approach. 1 Why do I say that?

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

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herpes zoster), infections, malignancies, inflammatory diseases including inflammatory joint pain, pregnancy, or neurological conditions that may alter peripheral sensitivity, such as multiple sclerosis, ALS, spinal injuries, and diabetes. 2019 Dec;8:1-8. Some studies recommend starting with ice and then switching to heat. (30)

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“Laser precision” required for coding low-level laser therapy

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Some payers did allow the use of S8948; in July 2019, another code option (0552T) became available (see Table A). CPT ® code selection means something Until recently, there were CPT codes to describe LLLT, and providers had to use unlisted codes, such as 97039 or 97139.