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A Chiropractor’s Guide to Proper Billing: Therapeutic Exercises (97110) vs. Therapeutic Activities (97530)

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Two key CPT codes commonly used in chiropractic billing 97110 for therapeutic exercises and 97530 for therapeutic activitiesplay a significant role in your practices financial health. The correct billing code ensures youre reimbursed accurately for the therapeutic exercises and activities you provide.

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

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The results indicated that acupuncture is effective for treating frequent episodic or chronic tension-type headaches, but further trials, particularly comparing acupuncture with other treatment options, such as physical therapy, massage or exercise, are needed. This is often termed a rams horn presentation.

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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1,4,5,9) Cervical spine conditions such as disc herniation, spondylosis, or chronic joint dysfunction hypersensitize these nerves, making them more likely to misfire. (12) Conservative options include cervical manipulation, manual therapy, traction, modalities, and therapeutic exercise. 12) What Causes Neuropathic Itch? 13,14,16) 3.

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Health Logics BioCell® Collagen and MOVE! A comprehensive, holistic approach to joint health

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It’s holistic and natural approach to maintaining healthy connective tissue, joints and skin is unmatched by any other product on the market. products are a comprehensive approach to joint health, one that not only targets cartilage, but the related tendons, ligaments and synovial fluid. BioCell Collagen and MOVE!

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Assessing and Treating Achilles Tendinopathy: A Comprehensive Guide for Evidence-Based Chiropractors

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Pain is often most noticeable when walking, running, or performing exercises that involve standing on the toes. Hallux limitus : A limitation in dorsiflexion of the first metatarsophalangeal joint has been linked to Achilles tendon pain Assessing for functional hallux limitus may help identify underlying foot stability issues.

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Heat or Ice AFTER Manual Therapy: Revisiting the Evidence for Optimal Recovery

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It will also help you clarify when to use each modality, depending on whether the condition is acute or chronic and whether it involves soft tissue or joint structures. Notably, cryotherapy plus mobilization produced greater reductions in neck pain and disability than a similar program that added stretching exercises. (4)

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The body’s own cannabinoid system for healing

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6 For DCs, this is particularly relevant as many of the conditions treated, such as joint pain, back pain and soft tissue injuries, involve inflammatory processes. 8 Enhancing ECS function through lifestyle modifications, such as diet, exercise and mindfulness practices, can be an effective strategy in integrative care.