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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

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9 Two included clinical trials with tension-type headache participants demonstrated statistically significant improvements following dry needling. 13 Treatment of cervicogenic headaches via manipulation Manual therapy can be very effective in conjunction with dry needling in treating cervicogenic headaches. Int J Sports Phys Ther.

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

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22) When to Use Heat Therapy Lower Back Pain : Heat therapy is recommended for managing non-specific low back pain in acute, sub-acute, and chronic phases. Clinical practice guidelines from the Annals of Internal Medicine support heat therapy for reducing pain and improving function across these stages. (26) Kwiecien SY.

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Heat or Ice AFTER Manual Therapy: Revisiting the Evidence for Optimal Recovery

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Chiropractors often use manual therapy to treat orthopedic conditions, but a common question is whether to apply heat or ice afterward to enhance recovery. This brief review summarizes peer-reviewed research and clinical guidelines. For this blog, I will focus on using heat or ice after manual therapy. 2021 Jun 6;9(17):4116.

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Ankle sprains as peripheral and central injuries

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These insights carry important implications for doctors of chiropractic (DCs), doctors of physical therapy (DPTs), athletic trainers (ATCs) and orthopedic surgeons, all of whom collaborate in designing and delivering both conservative and surgical interventions that emphasize a more holistic recovery path. Visual system.

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Insurance type tied to variations in chronic pain treatment, research suggests

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The current 2022 CDC Clinical Practice Guideline encourages clinicians to evaluate the full range of evidence-based pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic options for pain treatment while also considering patient values and preferences. physical therapy), complementary or integrative care (e.g.,

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Expand your practice with nutritional testing

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I noticed that even when I applied physical therapy modalities and adjustments, some patients werent improving as quickly or as fully as I thought they could. By addressing nutritional deficiencies and imbalances, you can improve clinical outcomes, enhance patient satisfaction and diversify your revenue streams.

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Chiropractic Treatment for Cuboid Syndrome

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Given the limited utility of radiographic imaging, diagnosis primarily relies on patient history and clinical signs and symptoms, emphasizing the importance of understanding the syndrome's underlying causes for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Joint dysfunction arises from poor balance and foot stability during athletic activity.