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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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Imaging studies, such as cervical X-rays or MRIs, are generally unnecessary but may help identify underlying cervical spine abnormalities (i.e., 2023 Aug 1;112(2):84-7. 2023 Aug 18. 2023 Dec 24;90(1):5-18. spondylosis or disc lesions). Journal of orthopaedics and sports medicine. 2024 Aug 30;6(3):171.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

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Imaging and diagnostic tools X-rays and MRIs can reveal structural abnormalities but should be used with clinical findings. 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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Top Chiropractic Research from 2023

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2023 Mar 23. 2023 Jul 8:1-8. A 2023 Journal of Chiropractic Medicine study showed “[upper cervical manipulation] did not appear to alter blood flow parameters of the vertebral artery and internal carotid arteries." 2023 Mar 1;39(3):138-46. Liu Z, Shi J, Huang Y, Zhou X, Huang H, Wu H, Lv L, Lv Z. Protruded - 52.5%

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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12,13) Imaging Acute Hip Pain X-rays of the hip and pelvis are prioritized to rule out fractures, especially after a fall or minor injury. (12) 14) If X-rays are unclear but a fracture remains a concern, a non-contrast MRI or CT scan of the pelvis and hip should be considered. (12) 2023 May 1;20(5):S33-48.

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

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When To Image The Knee X-rays for acute presentations The Ottawa Knee Rules define when plain film Imaging is appropriate for acute knee pain patients. (4) When To Image The Knee X-rays for acute presentations The Ottawa Knee Rules define when plain film Imaging is appropriate for acute knee pain patients. (4)

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Equilibrium achieved. What’s next? Results of the 28th annual Fees and Reimbursements Survey (2024)

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It has been interesting to see that although our systems differ, for example, in the Netherlands and Belgium DCs are not allowed to order X-rays of patients, that we all face similar challenges, often fueled by the public’s misunderstanding of chiropractic’s efficacy and scope. This is the same percentage as in 2023’s survey.

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Schmorl’s Node Refresher: 7 Surprising Facts Every DC Must Own

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2,7) Schmorls node spine MRI Schmorl’s node lumbar spine x-ray 2. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 14 Jun 2023) from Link 36. A Schmorl’s node (aka intraosseous disc herniation or intravertebral disc herniation) represents an area where the disc nucleus has herniated through the cartilaginous vertebral endplate.

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