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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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Expert analysis: Did cervical spine manipulation cause the death of Katie May?

Chiropractic Economics

A recent case report on Katie May, who died in 2016 after receiving chiropractic cervical spine manipulation (CSM) from a DC, has concluded it did not cause her death. 4,6 Expert: cervical spine manipulation did not cause VAD The case report concludes that CSM did not cause the VAD, and that the dissection had been present before the CSM.

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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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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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Medicare Part B’s advance beneficiary notice

Chiropractic Economics

Since the ABN form is mandatory only when the otherwise covered service may not be covered that visit, it simply means that it only applies to manual manipulation of the spine when it doesn’t meet Medicare’s definition of medical necessity. Let’s interpret the Act as it relates to chiropractic spinal adjustments.

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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. Cat-Cow Stretch The Cat-Cow Stretch is a gentle yet effective exercise ideal for warming up your spine and activating core muscles.

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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) The Spine Journal. This belief is primarily based on animal studies, which suggest that early application of ice can help control inflammation and minimize further injury within the first 6-12 hours. 2005 Jul 1;5(4):395-403.