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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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Conservative options include cervical manipulation, manual therapy, traction, modalities, and therapeutic exercise. Fast Fact Limit nerve irritation, including underlying postural stressors Arm & neck exercises for brachioradial pruritis can help alleviate symptoms and improve function and mobility. 2023 Aug 1;112(2):84-7.

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Top bio hacks for longevity and optimal aging

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Resistance exercises like squats, deadlifts and presses stimulate muscle protein synthesis and enhance bone density. Exercise performed at 60-70% of your maximum heart rate, e.g., brisk walking or light jogging, improves mitochondrial efficiency. Both forms of exercise reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.

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

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Recent evidence has led practitioners to shift from RICE to the PEACE & LOVE approach, which emphasizes early protection, elevation, avoiding antiinflammatories, compression, and education, followed by (controlled) loading, optimism, vascularization, and exercises. (2) 2023 Jun;32(11-12):2455-2465. 2023 Feb;12(1):93-110.

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Strategies to improve balance and support healthy aging in your patients

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2 In 2023, more than 41,000 people 65 and older experienced falls that resulted in death. These deficits can be addressed with custom flexible orthotics and balance-enhancing exercises. More than 68,000 fatalities were associated with traumatic brain injury.

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Top Chiropractic Research from 2023

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Multimodal approaches incorporating education, exercise, and spinal manipulation. Intensive interdisciplinary rehabilitation that includes exercise and cognitive/behavioral interventions for persistent pain.” 2023 Mar 23. 2023 Jul 8:1-8. 2023 Mar 1;39(3):138-46. 2023 Apr 7:101751. European Spine Journal.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

DCs play a pivotal role in assessing and enhancing spinal stability through manual therapies, corrective exercises and patient education. Example: Planks, bird-dog exercises. Sensorimotor integration (proprioception) exercises are imperative for all successful rehab programs that aim to stabilize the spine. Bosu ball).

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Chiropractic Care to Treat & Prevent Sports Injuries

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Following this record low, sports and recreational injuries increased 20% in 2021, 12% in 2022, and 2% in 2023. In 2023, 3.7 Sports and exercise are essential in maintaining well-rounded health, but they come with inherent risks. How do sports injuries happen?