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

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When treating musculoskeletal injuries, chiropractors often face the key question of when to use heat vs ice therapy. When to Use Ice vs Heat for Musculoskeletal Injuries Heat and cold therapy both play valuable roles in managing pain and promoting healing. However, their mechanisms and effects differ. 2) Limiting Secondary Injury?

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Top five most popular laser therapy articles of 2024

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Laser therapy is one of the most versatile modalities you can add to a chiropractic practice, as it can address multiple varieties of musculoskeletal pain or inflammation. The following are the top five most popular laser therapy articles of 2024: 1. Laser therapy for mitochondrial dysfunction by Robert G.

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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1,4,5,9) Cervical spine conditions such as disc herniation, spondylosis, or chronic joint dysfunction hypersensitize these nerves, making them more likely to misfire. (12) 5,6,11) Clinicians should prioritize treating the underlying musculoskeletal issues rather than simply masking symptoms. 2024 Oct 17:1-1. 13,14,16) 3.

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

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Dry needling (also known as Western medical acupuncture) primarily uses a Western medicine philosophy grounded in anatomy and physiology and focuses on musculoskeletal issues. In contrast, dry needling focuses on an anatomic basis to treat musculoskeletal conditions and aid in physical rehabilitation. Int J Sports Phys Ther.

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The body’s own cannabinoid system for healing

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Chronic pain is a significant concern in chiropractic practice, often stemming from conditions such as musculoskeletal disorders, nerve impingement and inflammation. 6 For DCs, this is particularly relevant as many of the conditions treated, such as joint pain, back pain and soft tissue injuries, involve inflammatory processes.

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Strategies to improve balance and support healthy aging in your patients

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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. References All accessed November 4, 2024. May 9, 2024. 2 In 2023, more than 41,000 people 65 and older experienced falls that resulted in death.

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2024 chiropractic case studies find benefits for complex patients

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This article explores three 2024 chiropractic case studies finding benefits for patients with musculoskeletal issues combined with liver cancer, itchy back syndrome and tongue-tie. #1. Several reports have found chiropractic benefits in these situations. After two weeks, he consulted with a DC who conducted a physical examination.

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