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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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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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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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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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The secret cause of inflamaging lies deep within the gut

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Fibromyalgia pain Chronic joint pain Chronic fatigue Weight gain Anxiety/depression Cognitive decline Rising blood pressure Rising triglycerides and cholesterol Either hypoglycemia or elevated blood sugar As you are probably aware, an inflammatory component contributes to each of these conditions. 2019:7546047. 2019; 4(4):623-632.

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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.

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Chiropractic Defense Council fights to overturn Australian ban on spinal manipulation for babies

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In 2019, the chiropractic board, the body that oversees chiropractic care in the country, no longer permitted spinal manipulation in children 24 months or younger.