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Chronic Pain in the US: A call to action for DCs

Chiropractic Economics

Nearly a quarter of US adults are living with chronic pain. We see the entrepreneur whos pushing through pain to keep their business running but knows theyre running on empty. 24% of US adults experienced chronic pain in 2023. Chronic pain steals that function. Pain is linked to mental health.

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Chiropractic research trends and current hotspots

Chiropractic Economics

To help break the data down, a group of researchers examined chiropractic research trends from 1920 to 2023. This changed in 1996, when research started to take an upward trend, growing explosively between 2008 and 2023. Over time, chiropractic evolved into one of the top-researched conservative treatments for spinal pain.

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The Benefits of Spinal Manipulation in 2025: Why HVLA Still Matters

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If you want more insights on chronic pain, you won't want to miss this! Check out this past blog featuring an interview with Anthony Nicholson from CDI, highlighting the crucial role of assessment and treatment in managing chronic pain. Chinonso Vincent Nweke (2023). Joint Mobilization and Its Resultant Effects.

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Sleep issues and musculoskeletal pain: A two-way street with numerous influences

Chiropractic Economics

Sleep difficulties and musculoskeletal pain often go hand in hand. Sleep issues increase predisposition to pain A 2018 review in CHEST says while the conventional view is a bidirectional relationship between sleep disturbances and pain, longitudinal studies are now exploring whether the former often precedes the latter.

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

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2023 Jun;32(11-12):2455-2465. Use of cryotherapy for managing chronic pain: an evidence-based narrative. Pain and therapy. An international multidisciplinary delphi-based consensus on heat therapy in musculoskeletal pain. Pain and therapy. 2023 Feb;12(1):93-110. British Journal of Sports Medicine.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

A stable spine is critical for preventing injuries, optimizing functional performance and alleviating chronic pain. She was named the 2020 American Chiropractic Association Sports Council Chiropractor of the Year and the 2023 International Federation of Sports Chiropractic Educator of the Year.

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High photon energy lasers

Chiropractic Economics

3 In 2023, the global laser therapy market was valued at $3 billion and is projected to grow to $5.5 4 In 2023, I tested low-level and green violet lasers for the Lakers trainers and Kurt Rambis. Today, we see laser interest gaining momentum. billion by 2032.

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