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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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Imaging studies, such as cervical X-rays or MRIs, are generally unnecessary but may help identify underlying cervical spine abnormalities (i.e., ChiroUp subscribers can download helpful instructional infographics by searching mind or stress from their Forms Library. spondylosis or disc lesions).

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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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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. Pro Tip : ChiorUp subscribers can download exam templates for a hip exam (or any other region) by visiting the Practice Resources forms library and then selecting Clinical/ Regional exam forms. 16) Does Hip Arthritis Cause Pain?

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Why Shifting to a Function-First Approach in Chiropractic Matters

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Instead of relying solely on X-rays to show structural changes, scans measure the nervous systems functional performance. They might still have a slight misalignment on their X-ray, but if their nervous system is thriving, theyre on the right track. Is their autonomic nervous system balanced?

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Bridging the Gap Between Traditional and Function-First Chiropractic Care

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Traditional approaches focused on structure, like spinal misalignments seen on X-rays, have been the backbone of the field for decades. Heres what traditional care offers: Clear diagnostics : Tools like X-rays provide detailed images of spinal structure. Lets face itchiropractic care is evolving.

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How To Get Neurological Scanning Into Your Chiropractic Practice

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Why Neurological Scanning Goes Beyond Traditional X-Rays Lets talk about X-rays for a second. X-rays show bones. They can see exactly how their care is working, which builds trust and keeps them coming back. Theyre great for showing structure, but they dont tell you anything about function.