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Ankle sprains as peripheral and central injuries

Chiropractic Economics

DCs offer a holistic approach that emphasizes alignment, manual manipulation and proprioceptive re-education to optimize joint and neuromuscular function throughout the kinetic chain. Recognizing ankle sprains as peripheral and central injuries informs a more holistic approach to treatment and prevention. Visual system.

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Strategies to improve balance and support healthy aging in your patients

Chiropractic Economics

Most of the issues that result in a patient seeking care from a DC are usually associated with joint pain of the extremities and back and neck pain, usually due to osteoarthritis. 2 In 2023, more than 41,000 people 65 and older experienced falls that resulted in death. Older Adult Falls Data. A global perspective.