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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. For instance, one piece of research discussed found decreased pain intensity and improved quality of life with four-week cannabinoid treatment sessions.

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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. This can contribute to increased wakening frequencies.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment: The Impact of Wrist Bracing

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Evidence-based chiropractors may utilize conservative treatments to alleviate symptoms, avoiding surgical interventions. In this blog post, we delve into the role of wrist splints in managing CTS and highlight the need for evidence-based chiropractors to consider this new brace as a valuable component of their treatment approach.

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Why DCs need cannabinoid therapy education

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Additionally, discussing cannabinoids openly with patients fosters trust and allows for accurate diagnosis and treatment. 1 A great example the omission of the endocannabinoid system in the 14 th edition of Guyton’s textbook on Medical Physiology that was updated as recently as 2020. Drug and Alcohol Dependence. 2017;180:151-155.

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

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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.

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Top Overlooked Cause of Shoulder Pain

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Updated from 9/24/2020 The relationship between chiropractors and shoulder pain is similar to the inseparable pairing of peanut butter and jelly. ChiroUp subscribers can review these and hundreds of other tests in your Clinical Evaluations Library. Pain or weakness suggests subscapularis or biceps muscle involvement. Arthroscopy.

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Master the 2-Minute Knee Exam: Essential Tests & Techniques for Knee Pain

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Check out these popular ChiroUp clinical webinars to review the essentials. Imaging should be considered if there are unexpected changes in clinical complaints, lack of response to care, or suspicion of alternate diagnoses. (9) Evaluation and Treatment of Knee Pain: A Review. What Are The Most Common Knee Diagnoses?

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