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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. 9) Neuropathic itch is more common in patients with systemic triggers like sensory polyneuropathy (e.g., 12) What Causes Neuropathic Itch?

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A path to chiropractic franchise ownership

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Chiropractic Economics interviews Daniel Rae, DC, a multi-unit franchisee for The Joint Chiropractic, about his journey into franchise ownership and why franchising can be a beneficial path for others. I immediately needed to find additional work to supplement my income, so I began working at The Joint Chiropractic.

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

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Understanding the benefits of ice and heat therapy can significantly impact a patient's healing journey. 2,18) When using an ice pack, patients may progressively feel cold, followed by burning, aching, and finally numbness (CBAN). Such strategies can not only enhance patient comfort but also promote long-term healing.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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Shoulder pain and weakness are common symptoms in patients seeking chiropractic care. How does shoulder weakness affect my patient’s prognosis? When should I consider referring a patient to a shoulder orthopedist? However, the vast majority of patients respond well to conservative measures.

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Should your practice offer peptide therapy? This DC says yes

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As you look into new and innovative treatments you can offer patients in your practice, make sure to consider peptides. CE : What are the essential peptides you recommend to your patients? Tissue healing: Studies indicate that BPC-157 supports the healing of tissues like tendons, joints, nerves and gut tissues.

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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. of commercially insured patients received pain-related outpatient specialist care, whereas only 17.4%

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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Hip pain affects patients of all ages and increases with time. Fortunately, evidence-based chiropractors are proficient in managing most of these patients. Fortunately, evidence-based chiropractors are proficient in managing most of these patients. provided we accurately diagnose the problem.

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