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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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2) Chiropractors routinely encounter patients with neuropathic itching, particularly conditions like brachioradial pruritus, as they often stem from cervical spine dysfunction and nerve irritation. Imaging studies, such as cervical X-rays or MRIs, are generally unnecessary but may help identify underlying cervical spine abnormalities (i.e.,

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Master the 2-Minute Knee Exam: Essential Tests & Techniques for Knee Pain

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Download the ChiroUp Inflammatory Arthropathy Quick Reference Card for a handy refresher. 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) Wang X, Oo WM, Linklater JM. Accessed on 01/12/2024 from Link 8.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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Download the ChiroUp Inflammatory Arthropathy Quick Reference Card for a handy refresher. Neuro eval- dermatomes, myotomes, reflexes Lumbosacral evaluation - an estimated 71% of hip problems arise from an asymptomatic spine. (2) However, if this stiffness exceeds 30 minutes, it may raise suspicion of inflammatory arthropathy.

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Top Chiropractic Research from 2023

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European Spine Journal. Or download our Chiropractic Safety Toolkit for additional patient and provider resources, including our most popular webinar. Liu Z, Shi J, Huang Y, Zhou X, Huang H, Wu H, Lv L, Lv Z. European Spine Journal. Clinical Spine Surgery. 2023 Jul 8:1-8. 2023 Apr 7:101751. 2022 Dec 29:1-7.

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Chiropractic X-ray Utilization: Trends and Insights

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X-rays are a valuable tool in chiropractic practice, offering diagnostic insights and supporting patient education. However, with advancements in technology and evolving clinical practice guidelines, how chiropractors use X-rays has shifted. How do imaging rates for PCPs compare to DCs?

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How Integrating Nervous System Scanning Can Transform Your Chiropractic Practice

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Many chiropractors rely exclusively on traditional tools like X-rays, which provide great insights into structural misalignments. Why X-Rays Alone Arent Enough Anymore X-rays have been a staple in chiropractic care for decades, and for good reason. X-rays dont reveal that interference.

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Why Shifting to a Function-First Approach in Chiropractic Matters

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As chiropractors, weve long focused on vertebral subluxationsthose misalignments in the spine that cause dysfunction. What if the spines misalignments arent the problem but the bodys attempt to adapt to stress and maintain function? It means adjustments arent just about fixing the spine. This approach shifts the narrative.