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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

Treatment of cervicogenic headaches via dry needling A systematic review has investigated the effectiveness of dry needling and conventional physiotherapy in managing cervicogenic headaches or tension-type headaches. 9 Since that review, another article explored superficial and deep dry needling to treat cervicogenic headache.

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2024 chiropractic case studies find benefits for complex patients

Chiropractic Economics

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. Due to the complexity of the patient’s health status, the DC ordered radiographs before beginning treatment. Home exercises were also prescribed.

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Joint Assessment – P.A.R.T.S.

ChiroOrg

Before employing any therapy, a clinician must first determine if there is a need for treatment. This article suggests the need for, and possible form of, a standardized assessment procedure for use by chiropractic clinicians. As such, they must maintain broad and thorough assessment/diagnostic skills.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment: The Impact of Wrist Bracing

ChiroUp

Evidence-based chiropractors may utilize conservative treatments to alleviate symptoms, avoiding surgical interventions. One such approach gaining attention is using wrist splints, specifically those incorporating the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joints. 1) The lifetime risk increases to an astonishing 84% in diabetics. (2)

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Laser focus boosting athletic performance with low-level laser therapy

Chiropractic Economics

The use of laser therapy in sports medicine is nothing new, although progressive applications for peak athletic performance are now going far beyond joint, muscle, tendon and ligament repair. As no two lasers or sources of light are created equal, this article explores Class 2 low-l Level laser therapy (i.e., as quickly as possible.

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Extracorporeal shockwave therapy and disc herniations

Chiropractic Economics

However, during the physical exam you notice most of the patient’s symptoms can be traced to a sacroiliac joint dysfunction. 1 If you are like me and have a practice that treats several disc herniation patients a day, just the title of this article was enough to get you excited.

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Who Pays for Chiropractor After an Accident [Car Wreck Treatment]

Reinhardt Chiropractic

In the aftermath of a car accident, individuals often face a myriad of concerns, from vehicle repairs to medical treatment. Among the crucial aspects of post-accident care is chiropractic treatment, known for its effectiveness in addressing musculoskeletal issues resulting from collisions.