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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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9,24) To learn more about the physiology of ice and how it helps suppress nerve function, check out our recent chiropractic blog on Heat vs. Cold Therapy: Which is Best for Musculoskeletal Injuries, or the corresponding chiropractic podcast on Heat vs Cold Therapy for Chiropractic Injury Recovery. How Is Brachioradial Pruritus Treated?

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

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Diagnostic criteria have been established for cervicogenic headache, but its presenting characteristics may be difficult to distinguish from other headaches, such as migraine or tension-type headache. In contrast, dry needling focuses on an anatomic basis to treat musculoskeletal conditions and aid in physical rehabilitation.

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Meralgia Paresthetica: A Commonly Overlooked Cause of Thigh Pain

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In the next 5 minutes, heres what youll learn from this blog: A clear overview of meralgia paresthetica and its hidden causes The three most effective diagnostic tests, backed by new research Step-by-step video guides for chiropractic testing and treatment, including nerve flossing exercises to improve outcomes 1. 49,50) Imaging (e.g.,

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

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Spinal stability is a cornerstone of musculoskeletal health and functional movement. DCs play a pivotal role in assessing and enhancing spinal stability through manual therapies, corrective exercises and patient education. Example: Planks, bird-dog exercises. This condition can result from: Degenerative changes (e.g.,

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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Orthopedic testing helps isolate specific musculoskeletal tissues, sometimes eliciting pain, weakness, or a combination of both. When used together, these tests can help differentiate between simple rotator cuff irritation and a rotator cuff tear, ultimately influencing treatment decisions, rehabilitation exercises, and the duration of care.

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7 New Research Findings Every DC Needs to Know About Rotator Cuff Injuries

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Top Rotator Cuff Injury Test The accuracy of diagnostic tests for rotator cuff injuries varies, but a BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders systematic review quantified the reliability of several common assessments. Research In Action: Want video tutorials for all of the top rotator cuff treatments, rotator cuff tests, and rotator cuff exercises?

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Ankle sprains as peripheral and central injuries

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A neuroplasticity-informed approach Ankle sprains are among the most frequent musculoskeletal injuries in the US With an estimated four million cases per year. DPTs specialize in restoring functional movement by combining manual therapy, targeted exercises and patient education.

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