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Part 2: If NSAIDs for arthritis pain make it worse, what’s the alternative?

Chiropractic Economics

Studies have shown enzymes to be comparable to NSAIDs in their efficacy at relieving pain, easing joint stiffness and improving function. Studies have shown enzymes to be comparable to NSAIDs in their efficacy at relieving pain, easing joint stiffness and improving function. They do so with few, if any, side effects. Jonas WB, et al.

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Muscle / Tendon Strains – A Definitive Guide

Musculoskeletal Medicine

Limited Range of Motion You may have difficulty moving the injured muscle or joint through its full range of motion. Stiffness Stiffness in the affected joint or muscle may be present, especially in the morning or after periods of inactivity. Muscle Spasms Muscle spasms or involuntary contractions can occur in response to the strain.

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Should your practice offer peptide therapy? This DC says yes

Chiropractic Economics

As you look into new and innovative treatments you can offer patients in your practice, make sure to consider peptides. These mechanisms highlight the diverse ways peptide therapies address various health conditions, showcasing the specificity and effectiveness of peptide-based treatments in medicine.

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LOW BACK PAIN: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment

Orthopedic Principles

Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA LOWER BACK PAIN ETIOLOGY: There is no definite etiology in 85% of cases. Facet joints 2. Sacroiliac joint 5. Hip joint/ piriformis syndrome PHYSICAL FACTORS CAUSING LOWER BACK PAIN: 1. TREATMENT: 1. SITES OF PAIN: 1. Intervertebral discs 3. Ligaments 7.

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“Laser precision” required for coding low-level laser therapy

Chiropractic Economics

The best plan is to use the most applicable code allowed by the payer that meets the code definitions. Final thoughts on low-level laser therapy coding Expanding your treatment options to include LLLT in the practice is a wonderful option for patients. CMS’ National Coverage Determination (NCD) 270.6

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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. However, the attempts fail because the condition of the vertebral endplate does not permit adequate nutrition of the stem cells, making treatment ineffective.

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Pelvic obliquity through the chiropractic lens

Chiropractic Economics

Charting a course for correcting pelvic obliquity seems like a task for a Chiropractic 101 class when considering its simplest definition: “A postural abnormality occurring when the pelvis tilts to one side.” Pelvic obliquity can cause abnormal posturing, which can increase stress on the spine, sacroiliac joint and hips.