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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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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

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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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5 Time-Saving Hacks Every Chiropractor Needs to Do

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Patient education is essential for excellent outcomes, but you probably explained proper posture or home exercises way too many times last week. Set up a system that sends patients customized educational content, like: Follow-up emails with exercise videos and condition-specific resources. 2023 Apr 6:1-8. Get Started.

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Ankle sprains as peripheral and central injuries

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DPTs specialize in restoring functional movement by combining manual therapy, targeted exercises and patient education. They work closely with clinicians to implement neuromuscular drills and progressive exercise routines. Such precision can expedite the safe commencement of gentle range-of-motion exercises post-surgery.

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