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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. A brachioradial pruritus diagnosis is primarily accomplished through clinical history and physical examination. 2022 Sep 14;5(3):e39863.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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Properly identifying these symptoms can lead to a more accurate diagnosis and prognosis. Chiropractors can counsel their patients accordingly, presenting both treatment paths as legitimate choices, depending on individual circumstances. Published 2022 Feb 18. References Fieseler G, Laudner K, Sendler J, et al. 2022;6(3):495-499.

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Top Chiropractic Research from 2024: Elevating Evidence-Based Care

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As chiropractors, were fortunate to work in a field supported by an ever-growing body of chiro research that supports our profession. Many high-quality studies have demonstrated that cervical spinal manipulation, when performed by qualified chiropractors, is not a proven cause of vascular events like cervical artery dissection.

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Baxter’s Nerve Entrapment

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Heel pain is a common complaint encountered by chiropractors in clinical practice. While plantar fasciitis (PF) is often the primary diagnosis considered, it's essential to recognize other potential causes, such as Baxter's neuropathy. A review of plantar heel pain of neural origin: differential diagnosis and management.

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Top Chiropractic Research from 2023

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It is more likely that in the period leading up to their diagnosis of cervical artery dissection, patients with neck pain and related symptoms seek out care from a cervical spinal manipulation provider, a medical provider or both, rather than having a specific risk for cervical artery dissection imparted by receipt of cervical spinal manipulation."

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7 Essential Neurodynamic Tests For Sciatica And Lumbar Radiculopathies

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Evidence-based chiropractors frequently manage lower extremity radicular pain, with sciatica being the most common culprit. 10) The crossed femoral nerve stretch test may be a valuable screening test supporting a diagnosis of upper lumbar radiculopathy. (12) 2022 Jun 1;59:102529. Differential Diagnosis of Hip Pain.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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Fortunately, evidence-based chiropractors are proficient in managing most of these patients. C Sign Hip A positive C-sign hip pain test strongly suggests a hip-related diagnosis. Labral injuries of the hip: A review of diagnosis and management. 2022 Feb 16:1-5. ACR appropriateness criteria® chronic hip pain: 2022 update.

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