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Ankle sprains as peripheral and central injuries

Chiropractic Economics

A neuroplasticity-informed approach Ankle sprains are among the most frequent musculoskeletal injuries in the US With an estimated four million cases per year. DCs offer a holistic approach that emphasizes alignment, manual manipulation and proprioceptive re-education to optimize joint and neuromuscular function throughout the kinetic chain.

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Strategies to improve balance and support healthy aging in your patients

Chiropractic Economics

Most of the issues that result in a patient seeking care from a DC are usually associated with joint pain of the extremities and back and neck pain, usually due to osteoarthritis. 2 In 2023, more than 41,000 people 65 and older experienced falls that resulted in death. Older Adult Falls Data. CDC Older Adult Fall Prevention.

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Fall Prevention Strategy For Your Patients

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Proprioceptive System Proprioception involves sensors in your muscles, tendons, and joints that provide information about the position of your body parts. Can Chiropractors Reduce Fall Rates? For every 1% increase in body weight generated beneath the big toe, the risk of falling decreases by 7%. (7) Clinical Biomechanics.