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

ChiroUp

While various low-force techniquessuch as flexion distraction, drop tables, and instrument-assisted methodsoffer valuable benefits, todays focus is on the classic hands-on approach that delivers that satisfying "pop" during treatment. HVLA manipulation is a well-researched and widely used technique in chiropractic and manual therapy.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

This article delves into the anatomy and biomechanics of spinal stability, explores the clinical significance of instability and outlines evidence-based strategies for assessment, treatment and rehabilitation. fractures, ligament tears) Neuromuscular dysfunction (e.g., Beighton Score: Screen for generalized ligamentous laxity.

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Ankle sprains as peripheral and central injuries

Chiropractic Economics

Heres how, reframes this common injury through the lens of neuroplasticity, asserting that ankle sprains not only damage local ligaments and tissues but also induce changes in how the central nervous system (CNS) processes sensory and motor signals. This technique anatomically reattaches torn ligaments to the fibula.

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Chiropractic Care to Treat & Prevent Sports Injuries

Canadian Chiropractic Association

Proper warm-ups, form techniques, and appropriate equipment can significantly reduce the risks of injury, but accidents and underlying conditions can still lead to issues requiring treatment from healthcare professionals. Following this record low, sports and recreational injuries increased 20% in 2021, 12% in 2022, and 2% in 2023.

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Master the 2-Minute Knee Exam: Essential Tests & Techniques for Knee Pain

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Direct blows and deceleration forces can lead to ligamentous ruptures and cruciate ligament injuries; Noncontact actions like sharp turns or stops can sprain or rupture the ACL; A knee hitting a vehicle dashboard stresses the PCL. Lateral or medial forces typically result in collateral ligament damage. References 1.

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Knee Pain from Gardening: How Chiropractic Can Ease Your Discomfort

Chiros in Motion

January 1, 2023 | Sports Chiropractic – In Motion Chiropractic care is increasingly recognized for its efficacy in treating a range of motion-related discomforts, including knee pain that can arise from everyday activities like gardening. These simple adjustments can significantly reduce stress on your knees and prevent pain.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

ChiroUp

ChiroUp subscribers can dive into the Clinical Skills tab for step-by-step tutorials on all the related best-practice treatments, exercises, and ADL advice that your patients need. 2023 May 1;20(5):S33-48. 2023 Nov;52(11):2259-70. Not a subscriber yet? ACR appropriateness criteria® chronic hip pain: 2022 update. Link 17.

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