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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. Mechanisms and efficacy of heat and cold therapies for musculoskeletal injury.

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

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It also explores other factors influencing both sleep and pain, such as mood and affect, as well as potential dual treatment options, including medication and psychotherapy. Sleep difficulties and musculoskeletal pain often go hand in hand. Finding ways to resolve both can help patients enjoy an improved quality of life.

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Nutrition and social support important for hip fracture recovery

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Importance of social support A different review , this one published in Health and Social Care in the Community in 2019, reports that social support is also important for hip fracture recovery.

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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9,24) To learn more about the physiology of ice and how it helps suppress nerve function, check out our recent chiropractic blog on Heat vs. Cold Therapy: Which is Best for Musculoskeletal Injuries, or the corresponding chiropractic podcast on Heat vs Cold Therapy for Chiropractic Injury Recovery. 2019 Jun 21;10:1303. 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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From reducing opioid dependence to improving functional outcomes , these chiropractic studies affirm our role as leaders in musculoskeletal health. Feb 2019 Link When case reports like this misrepresent facts, they create unnecessary fear, perpetuate distrust, and discourage patients and providers from seeking safe, evidence-based care.

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HSS Presents Innovative Research Aimed at Faster Recovery After Knee Surgery at AAOS Annual Meeting

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However, a new study of almost 18,000 patients from 2019 to 2023 found that prolonged tourniquet use was linked to increased pain, higher opioid use, and a longer recovery. About HSS HSS is the worlds leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health. At its core is Hospital for Special Surgery, nationally ranked No.