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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

ChiroUp

2) Chiropractors routinely encounter patients with neuropathic itching, particularly conditions like brachioradial pruritus, as they often stem from cervical spine dysfunction and nerve irritation. Imaging studies, such as cervical X-rays or MRIs, are generally unnecessary but may help identify underlying cervical spine abnormalities (i.e.,

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

The ability of the spine to maintain its structural integrity and control during movement and loading is best termed spinal stability. A stable spine is critical for preventing injuries, optimizing functional performance and alleviating chronic pain. This condition can result from: Degenerative changes (e.g., Bosu ball).

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Karlton Spindle Secures Taiwan Patent for Navigated Jamshidi Needle System

OrthoSpineNews

January 17, 2025 – OrthoSpineNews – Karlton Spindle (NavJam LLC) and Ruthless Spines RJB co Inventor is proud to announce the allowance of its Taiwan Patent Application No.109134971, This milestone establishes the companys position at the forefront of surgical innovation collaboration that empower surgeons in spine surgery.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

ChiroUp

Test Description: The patient is instructed to reach behind their back and slide their extended thumb as high up the spine as possible. 2020 Jul 7. If pain is present, refer to the condition reference protocol in ChiroUp to rule out involvement of the long head of the biceps or a SLAP lesion. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery.

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Heat vs. Cold Therapy: Which is Best for Musculoskeletal Injuries

ChiroUp

2020 Apr 1;122(3):151511. The Spine Journal. Miyakawa M, Kawashima M, Haba D, Sugiyama M, Taniguchi K, Arakawa T. Inhibition of the migration of MCP-1 positive cells by icing applied soon after crush injury to rat skeletal muscle. Acta Histochemica. Link 17: Horschig A, Sonthana K, Williams B, Horgan M, Starrett K. 2024;7(1):96-101.

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Global, Regional, and National Burden of Low Back Pain, 1990–2020, Its Attributable Risk Factors,and Projections to 2050: A Systematic Analysis of the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021

ChiroOrg

Chiro.Org Blog: Low back pain remains the leading cause of YLDs globally, and in 2020, there were more than half a billion prevalent cases of low back pain worldwide. While age-standardised rates have decreased modestly over the past three decades, it is projected that globally in 2050, more than 800 million people will have low back pain.

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SpineGuard and Omnia Medical Announce the Signature of a Binding Term Sheet for the Transfer of SpineGuard Inc.

OrthoSpineNews

SpineGuard and Omnia Medical entered into collaboration in 2020 with as a US non-exclusive distribution contract. SpineGuards and Omnia Medicals missions perfectly align and both aim to make spine surgery safer by improving surgical outcomes while reducing overall healthcare costs. BOULDER, Co.,