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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

ChiroUp

A brachioradial pruritus diagnosis is primarily accomplished through clinical history and physical examination. 1,9) Successful management involves identifying contributory cervical and thoracic spinal joint dysfunction, paraspinal hypertonicity, and postural stressors such as upper-crossed syndrome. spondylosis or disc lesions).

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Documentation and coding of kinetic chain disruptions

Chiropractic Economics

The conversion of a global problem into separate diagnosis codes (in this example, coding of kinetic chain disruptions) proves difficult when reporting holistic conditions to an insurance carrier that views the world differently than we do. 1 Our medical decision-making incorporates addressing the cause of the problem from the ground up.

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Can Chiropractic Care Help with Sleep Apnea?

Oviedo Chiropractic

Enhancing Posture Poor posture, especially forward head posture, can compress the airway and worsen sleep apnea symptoms. Chiropractors address postural issues through adjustments and exercises, which may improve airway alignment and breathing during sleep.

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Discover How Atlanta Chiropractors Provide Sciatica Relief

Any Spine

This discomfort can significantly impact daily activities, making it crucial to seek early diagnosis and treatment. Importance of Early Diagnosis and Treatment Recognizing the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of sciatica is critical for effective pain management and overall well-being.

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Ensure patient compliance with radiology

Chiropractic Economics

And, by clearly communicating with your patients about their diagnosis, treatment options and treatment plans, you can help them understand the importance of remaining in compliance. Radiology images can detect postural alterations, vertebral body malpositions, bone density, osteoarthritis, congenital anomalies, prior trauma and pathology.

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What is Chiropractic?

ABCA

Doctors of Chiropractic – often referred to as chiropractors or chiropractic physicians – practice a drug-free, hands-on approach to health care that includes patient examination, diagnosis and treatment.

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Do You Have “Text Neck”?

Oviedo Chiropractic

The way we hold devices (and how long we use them) can actually manifest in aches and pains throughout our body due to poor posture. Text neck is a relatively new term used to describe the forward head posture a body assumes when it is texting, looking at a phone to read, or just scrolling. Namely: text neck also known as tech neck.