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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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2) Chiropractors routinely encounter patients with neuropathic itching, particularly conditions like brachioradial pruritus, as they often stem from cervical spine dysfunction and nerve irritation. radiculopathy, lupus, herpes zoster, stroke, or multiple sclerosis. radiculopathy, lupus, herpes zoster, stroke, or multiple sclerosis.

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7 Essential Neurodynamic Tests For Sciatica And Lumbar Radiculopathies

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1) However, radiculopathies originating above L4 necessitate alternative nerve tension tests. Reproducing radicular symptoms in the 30-70 degree range suggests involvement of the L4/5 or L5/S1 nerve roots from radiculopathy or dural irritation. Reproduction of lower extremity complaints suggests radiculopathy or dural tension.

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The Top 3 Nerve Flossing Techniques Every Chiropractor Must Know—And Why You Can’t Ignore Them

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Nerve flossing has emerged as a game-changer for chiropractors looking to address common conditions like sciatica, cervical radiculopathy, shoulder pain, and carpal tunnel syndrome. 2020 Dec;21(1):1-9. 2020 Jul 30. 2020 Nov;100(11):1987-96. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders. Hamzeh H, Madi M, Alghwiri AA, Hawamdeh Z.

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Answers to Common Questions About Epidural Steroid Injections

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While some studies identify short-term pain relief, others show that epidural steroid injections offer no greater benefit to lumbar spine radiculopathy compared to a placebo (2). These effects were more common in patients with a history of previous spine surgery or prior ESI. 2020 Oct 30(Preprint):1-3. Link Negrini F.

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Schmorl’s Node Refresher: 7 Surprising Facts Every DC Must Own

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2) Schmorl node facts: Most common sites include the T7-L1 region, although any region is vulnerable, including the cervical spine. 2,7) Schmorls node spine MRI Schmorl’s node lumbar spine x-ray 2. 2) Schmorl node facts: Most common sites include the T7-L1 region, although any region is vulnerable, including the cervical spine.

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Guide: How to Treat Sciatica – The Latest Research

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Jean-Pierre Valat and colleagues further state that sciatica for most researchers and clinicians, refers to a radiculopathy, involving one of the lower extremities, and usually related to disc herniation (DH). As you can see from this excellent list above sciatica is about leg symptoms arising from nerve irritation in the spine.