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Case report: Prevention of an above-knee amputation

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By January 2021, his knee was infected with Cutibacterium acnes and required extensive washout and implant knee replacement. When joint fluid was synovasure negative and other infection indicators had normalized, the patient was replanted with another permanent total knee. The Lancet. 1980;316(8190):946-948. link] Paolucci T, et al.

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Fulcrum Health supports Minnesota DCs in federally funded RETAIN study

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An underlying issue Musculoskeletal injuries and their resulting economic impact make up a much larger issue than most people are aware of. According to the National Safety Council, in 2021 the financial impact of such injuries was $167 billion. DCs also provide instructions on how to avoid further injury.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment: The Impact of Wrist Bracing

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One such approach gaining attention is using wrist splints, specifically those incorporating the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joints. The study found that a wrist splint incorporating the MCP joints is more effective than the traditional wrist-only splint. 2021 Dec;26(4):635-43. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil 2015;28:761–7.

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

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When treating musculoskeletal injuries, chiropractors often face the key question of when to use heat vs ice therapy. When to Use Ice vs Heat for Musculoskeletal Injuries Heat and cold therapy both play valuable roles in managing pain and promoting healing. Mechanisms and efficacy of heat and cold therapies for musculoskeletal injury.

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7 Essential Neurodynamic Tests For Sciatica And Lumbar Radiculopathies

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Exacerbation of radicular complaints upon dorsiflexion or hip rotation suggests a neurologic origin vs. a musculoskeletal origin. (8) 8) The Extended Straight Leg Raise increases tension on remote neural structures without affecting local musculoskeletal tissues. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice. 2022 Jun 1;59:102529.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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Essential Questions To Ask In A Hip Exam Like most other musculoskeletal complaints, a comprehensive patient history is the primary source of diagnostic information for hip-related issues. 13) MRI Considerations Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is more sensitive to detect joint effusion/synovitis, cartilage, labral, and bone marrow lesions.

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Treat knee conditions with high-energy inductive therapy and extracorporeal shockwave therapy

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1, 2021, the patient’s knee became infected with Cutibacterium acnes , which was treated with an extensive washout with an antibiotic solution and replacement of the acrylic portion of the implant. A trial of Hylan G-F 20 had been unsuccessful, and the patient opted for a TKA.