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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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A brachioradial pruritus diagnosis is primarily accomplished through clinical history and physical examination. Brachioradial pruritis differential diagnosis considerations: It is crucial to exclude dermatological causes like eczema or contact dermatitis. 2021 Mar 1;2:96-7. 2021 Sep;48(9):e399-413. 2021 Mar;9(5).

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Precision in patient care requires precision in diagnosis

Chiropractic Economics

Your examination, manipulation and treatment plan require precision; however, precision in your diagnosis is often overlooked. The diagnosis you render reflects your knowledge, education and experience. An unspecified diagnosis lessens your reputation and your profession. 2 The diagnosis is the cornerstone of patient care.

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Top 7 Things Chiropractors Need to Know About Back Mice (Episacral Lipomas)

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In this blog, we’ll summarize our network’s input and dive into the top 7 things every chiropractor needs to know about back mice, from symptoms and diagnosis to effective treatment options that can boost your management and provide much-needed relief to your patients. 2021 Dec;10(2):1029-50. What is an Episacral Lipoma? Copeman WS.

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7 Essential Neurodynamic Tests For Sciatica And Lumbar Radiculopathies

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10) The crossed femoral nerve stretch test may be a valuable screening test supporting a diagnosis of upper lumbar radiculopathy. (12) Use of neurodynamic or orthopedic tension tests for the diagnosis of lumbar and lumbosacral radiculopathies: study of the diagnostic validity. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 22, 303 (2021) Link 9.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment: The Impact of Wrist Bracing

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sensitive for the diagnosis of CTS. (3) 2021 Dec;26(4):635-43. Did You Know… Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is by far the most common peripheral nerve entrapment, affecting one in ten adults at some point in their lifetime. (1) 1) The lifetime risk increases to an astonishing 84% in diabetics. (2) Nadar MS, Alotaibi N, Manee F.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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C Sign Hip A positive C-sign hip pain test strongly suggests a hip-related diagnosis. 5) Femoroacetabular Impingement Test (FAI Test) Femoroacetabular impingement, an increasingly recognized diagnosis, is particularly prevalent among young, active individuals. Labral injuries of the hip: A review of diagnosis and management.

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The ROOTS of a Play Based Approach

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This article was originally published on Back to Roots in August, 2021. A Deep Dive In May 2021, Dr Craig Liebenson suggested we write a piece for First Principles of Movement (FPM) on how we integrate Play into clinical practice. How do we best do this though?

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