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Humanitarian Chiropractic Mission to Panama June 2020

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22-28 June JOIN US IN JUNE 2020 You’ve heard so much about Panama Mission trips over the years, so now is the […] The post Humanitarian Chiropractic Mission to Panama June 2020 appeared first on Planet Chiropractic. I’m very excited to be sharing the following information from Lina, Craig, and Stew.

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

Chiropractic Economics

A 2020 review in Neuropsychopharmacology notes that opioids have sleep-disruptive effects, with NSAIDs also having mild impacts. But when they exist in tandem, some effects are magnified. A 2020 review found patients experiencing both chronic pain and sleep issues often have more severe pain and for longer duration.

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Chiropractic Future Strategic Plan announces new leadership

Chiropractic Economics

Built on a foundation of success Since its inception in January 2020, the Leadership Committee has spearheaded a multi-phase effort to strengthen and advance the chiropractic profession. In August 2020, that visionary idea became The Chiropractic Future Visioning and Strategic Planning Project.

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Cannabinoids may help reduce musculoskeletal pain when used short-term

Chiropractic Economics

Cannabinoids may provide short-term pain relief A 2020 systematic review and meta-analysis involved 36 trials with a total of 4,006 participants experiencing chronic pain not due to cancer. One question many researchers are asking is whether cannabinoids can help ease musculoskeletal pain.

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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2020 Jul 1;100(3):945-82. 2020 guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of cutaneous pruritus. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024 Jan. PMID: 29083620. Cevikbas F, Lerner EA. Physiology and pathophysiology of itch. Physiological reviews. Arquivos de Neuro-Psiquiatria. 2021;79:900-3.

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Parker University extends president’s contract until 2030

Chiropractic Economics

Throughout his time at Parker University, Morgan has exemplified the university founder’s foundational mission of service to others and promoted the traits of professional mastery, loving service, personal responsibility, passion and self-actualization, just as he hopes for students.

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Studies indicate neuroendocrine-immune system function could benefit from chiropractic care

Chiropractic Economics

For example, a 2020 meta-analysis revealed that when compared to a sham treatment, acupuncture was more effective at improving musculoskeletal pain for more than six months, also improving quality of life and functionality in the short term.