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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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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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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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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. Global Spine Journal. Cañis Parera M, Expósito Izquierdo M, Cabré Vila JJ. Pain and Therapy. Copeman WS. Fibro-fatty Tissue and its Relation to “Rheumatic” Syndromes. British Medical Journal.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Cervicogenic Headaches

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Understanding the Significance of Suboccipital Muscles A recent Delphi study highlighted that cervicogenic headaches (CGH) respond positively to upper cervical spine mobilization, emphasizing the importance of addressing specific anatomical regions. (1) Musculoskelet Sci Pract. 2021 Jan 26;52:102325. BMC Musculoskelet Disord.

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7 Essential Neurodynamic Tests For Sciatica And Lumbar Radiculopathies

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Differentiating lumbar radiculopathies from hamstring strains can be challenging; however, Braggard test can help, as hamstring symptoms typically remain unaffected by this maneuver, while lumbar spine issues may be exacerbated. (7) Musculoskeletal Science and Practice. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice. 2022 Jun 1;59:102529.

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

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Quick Tutorial : Neurodynamics 101: What You Need to Know in 90 Seconds Chiropractors know all too well the impact of poor neurodynamics on musculoskeletal health. Whether caused by cervical spine irritation or peripheral nerve entrapment, dysfunction of the radial nerve can lead to debilitating pain and weakness in the arm and hand.

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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. Neuro eval- dermatomes, myotomes, reflexes Lumbosacral evaluation - an estimated 71% of hip problems arise from an asymptomatic spine. (2)

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