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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

Cervicogenic headache refers to a headache of cervical origin. 1 The International Headache Society (IHS) has classified headaches as primary, where there is no other causative factor, or secondary, where the headache occurs in close temporal relationship to another disorder to which it is attributed.

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Top 6 Core Exercises for Better Posture

Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

Poor posture isn't just an aesthetic issue; it can lead to significant health problems like chronic neck and back pain, headaches, and even spinal misalignment if not addressed. One highly effective approach to improving posture is strengthening your core. But which core exercises are the best for improving posture?

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Discover Better Posture: Chiropractic Care in Atlanta

Any Spine

This article will shed light on the integral role chiropractic care plays in improving posture and, consequently, your overall well-being. Detecting postural issues early can prevent a host of alignment-related health risks, including persistent back pain that might lead to insurance claims.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Cervicogenic Headaches

ChiroUp

Recent studies have highlighted the importance of assessing and treating suboccipital muscles in patients suffering from headaches. This blog aims to guide chiropractors through the significance of suboccipital muscles in headache treatment and outlines four essential treatments for addressing these issues. 1) Tavakkoli et al.

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Tracking Postural Health with Surface EMG Scans

CLA

When that connection is off, posture suffers. And bad posture? Enter surface EMG scans (sEMG), your secret weapon for tracking postural health. These scans measure the electrical activity in muscles, helping chiropractors uncover the imbalances and compensations that throw posture off course.

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The Temporomandibular Disorder: A Guide for Evidence-Based Chiropractors

ChiroUp

Concurrent neck pain and headaches are common. masseter, temporalis) and assess cervical spine mobility. 2) STM- Lateral Ptyergoid TMJ Mobilization Exercise Postural and TMJ Function Exercises: Encourage patients to perform specific stretches and strengthening exercises (e.g.,

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The Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Chronic Pain Management

Barrett Whole Body Chiropractic

It can arise from various causes, including poor posture, injury, inflammation, or underlying medical conditions. Common types of chronic pain that chiropractic care can address include: Back pain: Often caused by poor posture, spinal misalignment, herniated discs, or muscle strain.