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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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The Benefits of Spinal Manipulation in 2025: Why HVLA Still Matters

ChiroUp

Enhanced Cerebrospinal Fluid Circulation: Some studies suggest that spinal adjustments improve CSF dynamics, which may benefit conditions like cervicogenic headaches. Reduction in Fear-Avoidance Behavior: Pain relief from HVLA adjustments can encourage patients to move more freely, preventing chronic pain syndromes.

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Why Delayed Symptoms After an Auto Accident Shouldn’t Be Ignored

Reinhardt Chiropractic

Common delayed symptoms include: Neck or shoulder pain (a common sign of whiplash) Back pain Headaches Stiffness or reduced range of motion Numbness or tingling Fatigue or dizziness These symptoms may indicate underlying issues such as soft tissue injuries, misalignments, or nerve irritation that require professional attention.

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A letter from the editor

Chiropractic Economics

The experts in this issue offer you sound advice on brain-boosting supplement regimens, new strategies for holistic pain relief and disease prevention, keeping up with HIPAA and Medicare requirements and how personalized chiropractic care can be a win-win-win for them, your practice and you, the DC.

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Boost Athletic Performance with Preventive Chiropractic Care

Any Spine

Preventive chiropractic care can help. Lets uncover how preventive chiropractic care can be a game-changer in your athletic journey. Additionally, preventive chiropractic care fosters recovery and resilience in athletes. Preventive chiropractic care helps athletes stay strong and ready.

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Heat vs. Cold Therapy: Which is Best for Musculoskeletal Injuries

ChiroUp

1-3) Migraine Headaches : Using ice for migraines can provide relief. (5-7) Research has shown that using low-level heat therapy a few hours before intense exercise provides pain relief and improves movement, helping to prevent muscular damage during activity. Some studies recommend starting with ice and then switching to heat. (30)

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The one test that could change your female patients’ lives

Chiropractic Economics

The relationship between the two might still indicate estrogen dominance, which leads to headaches, cramping and mood swings prior to the period. DCs don’t have an herb or other combination you can now take in place of a birth control pill to prevent pregnancy. Likewise, let’s say a woman is developing fibroids.

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