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Cannabinoids may help reduce musculoskeletal pain when used short-term

Chiropractic Economics

This article summarizes research supporting the effects of cannabinoids for reducing musculoskeletal pain, more so when used short term. One question many researchers are asking is whether cannabinoids can help ease musculoskeletal pain. According to several reviews, the answer is yes when they are used short-term.

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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9,24) To learn more about the physiology of ice and how it helps suppress nerve function, check out our recent chiropractic blog on Heat vs. Cold Therapy: Which is Best for Musculoskeletal Injuries, or the corresponding chiropractic podcast on Heat vs Cold Therapy for Chiropractic Injury Recovery. 2021 Mar 1;2:96-7. 2021 Mar;9(5).

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The chiropractic approach to cardiovascular health

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DCs focus on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders, particularly those related to the spine, with the belief that spinal health impacts the nervous system and, consequently, the function of various organs. Multiple Cause of Death 2018–2021. For more information, visit wholisticmatters.com. link] CDC WONDER Database.

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

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2021 Dec;10(2):1029-50. Adipose tissue as pain generator in the lower back and lower extremity: application in musculoskeletal medicine. Cañis Parera M, Expósito Izquierdo M, Cabré Vila JJ. Historical Review of Studies on Sacroiliac Fatty Nodules (Recently Termed “Back Mice”) as a Potential Cause of Low Back Pain. Pain and Therapy.

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Fulcrum Health supports Minnesota DCs in federally funded RETAIN study

Chiropractic Economics

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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Time to start thinking big: The 27th Annual Salary and Expense Survey

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We’ve seen a slow but steady increase in female respondents over the last few surveys, except for dips in 2021 and 2023. Females made up 25% of respondents in 2023, 27% in 2022, 25% in 2021, 28% in 2020 and 23.3% These results allude to an overall positive trend regarding closing the gender gap. sell edible products containing CBD.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Cervicogenic Headaches

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Consensus among musculoskeletal experts for the management of patients with headache by physiotherapists? Musculoskelet Sci Pract. 2021 Jan 26;52:102325. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice. Check out this oldie but goodie free clinical webinar. Watch now References 1. A delphi study.

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