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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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Properly identifying these symptoms can lead to a more accurate diagnosis and prognosis. If pain is present, refer to the condition reference protocol in ChiroUp to rule out involvement of the long head of the biceps or a SLAP lesion. Today’s blog will review two orthopedic tests for rotator cuff syndrome. 2020 Jul 7. Jones, Grant L.

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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. Among athletes with foot injuries, as many as 4% presented with cuboid syndrome.

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Baxter’s Nerve Entrapment

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While plantar fasciitis (PF) is often the primary diagnosis considered, it's essential to recognize other potential causes, such as Baxter's neuropathy. Baxter's neuropathy, also known as Baxter's nerve entrapment or compression, can mimic PF but requires a distinct approach for accurate diagnosis and management. 2008 May;13(2):103-11.

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7 Essential Neurodynamic Tests For Sciatica And Lumbar Radiculopathies

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14) The test was initially described principally as prone knee flexion; however, adding hip extension improves sensitivity and reliability (16,17) It may yield false positives due to tight or injured anterior thigh muscles, as well as hip bone or joint issues. (12) Is the Straight Leg Raise Suitable for the Diagnosis of Radiculopathy?

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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) 7) However, radiographic findings do not always align with symptoms, and the diagnosis of OA can often be made without imaging based on risk factors and typical symptoms. (8)

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Chiropractic Treatment of SLAP Lesions

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The significance of a confirmed labral tear is debatable since this finding is present in more than half of asymptomatic middle-aged patients. (1) The joint function and goals of the patient often direct the need for a surgical consultation instead of the structural deficit. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 85-A(1):66-71.

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Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA)

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PsA is a condition that presents differently in different people. Psoriatic arthritis can be challenging to recognise because of the varied ways it can present and because of overlapping symptoms with other conditions. This difficulty can sometimes lead to a delay in diagnosis and treatment. PsA can affect anyone.