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Precision in patient care requires precision in diagnosis

Chiropractic Economics

Ask yourself, why do they have neck, middle and lower back pain? December 2021. Carriers view these codes as short-term diagnosis codes used until the true diagnosis can be interpreted by further testing. Specifically, these codes indicate the level of understanding you possess in your analysis of the condition.

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

ChiroUp

Historical Review of Studies on Sacroiliac Fatty Nodules (Recently Termed “Back Mice”) as a Potential Cause of Low Back Pain. Pain and Therapy. 2021 Dec;10(2):1029-50. Another Cause Of Low Back Pain: Lipomata In The Sacroiliac Region. Subfascial fat herniation: sonographic features of back mice.

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

ChiroUp

With evidence supporting its role in reducing symptoms for a wide range of conditions—lower back pain, neck pain, sciatica, carpal tunnel, and shoulder impingement, to name a few—nerve flossing is a must-know for every practitioner. 2021 Jun 1;20(2):59-69. 2021 Dec 3:1-2. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine.

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Recipients of Palmer College Alumni Awards announced

Chiropractic Economics

Launching her business right when the pandemic was in full swing, she catapulted to being named “Best Chiropractor” in the Washington City Paper Reader’s Poll in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. A racetrack crash brought him back to that same DC and solidified his destiny to become one himself.

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

ChiroUp

22) When to Use Heat Therapy Lower Back Pain : Heat therapy is recommended for managing non-specific low back pain in acute, sub-acute, and chronic phases. Clinical practice guidelines from the Annals of Internal Medicine support heat therapy for reducing pain and improving function across these stages. (26)

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Shining a light on back pain

Musculoskeletal Australia

Simply select ‘Body part’ then ‘Back’ under ‘By ‘Category’ in the filter on the left side. What should I know about back pain?

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Shining a light on back pain

Musculoskeletal Australia

Simply select ‘Body part’ then ‘Back’ under ‘By ‘Category’ in the filter on the left side. What should I know about back pain?