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Insurance type tied to variations in chronic pain treatment, research suggests

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The current 2022 CDC Clinical Practice Guideline encourages clinicians to evaluate the full range of evidence-based pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic options for pain treatment while also considering patient values and preferences. Pain affects a large part of the U.S.

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Baxter’s Nerve Entrapment

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While plantar fasciitis (PF) is often the primary diagnosis considered, it's essential to recognize other potential causes, such as Baxter's neuropathy. Baxter's neuropathy, also known as Baxter's nerve entrapment or compression, can mimic PF but requires a distinct approach for accurate diagnosis and management. 2008 May;13(2):103-11.

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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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10) The crossed femoral nerve stretch test may be a valuable screening test supporting a diagnosis of upper lumbar radiculopathy. (12) Use of neurodynamic or orthopedic tension tests for the diagnosis of lumbar and lumbosacral radiculopathies: study of the diagnostic validity. 2022 Jun 1;59:102529. References 1. Pesonen, J.,

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Why DCs need cannabinoid therapy education

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Additionally, discussing cannabinoids openly with patients fosters trust and allows for accurate diagnosis and treatment. 3 As of 2022, 26% of Americans were using CBD products, and that number has gone up dramatically since then. Read on for why DCs need cannabinoid therapy education.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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C Sign Hip A positive C-sign hip pain test strongly suggests a hip-related diagnosis. 5) Femoroacetabular Impingement Test (FAI Test) Femoroacetabular impingement, an increasingly recognized diagnosis, is particularly prevalent among young, active individuals. Labral injuries of the hip: A review of diagnosis and management.

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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. Published 2022 Feb 18. Orthopedic testing helps isolate specific musculoskeletal tissues, sometimes eliciting pain, weakness, or a combination of both. Today’s blog will review two orthopedic tests for rotator cuff syndrome. 2022;6(3):495-499.