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

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When treating musculoskeletal injuries, chiropractors often face the key question of when to use heat vs ice therapy. When to Use Ice vs Heat for Musculoskeletal Injuries Heat and cold therapy both play valuable roles in managing pain and promoting healing. Mechanisms and efficacy of heat and cold therapies for musculoskeletal injury.

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Study suggests physical activity reduces cardiovascular disease

Chiropractic Economics

For DCs, this emphasizes the importance of promoting physical exercise for overall health, highlighting its benefits for cardiovascular, neurological and musculoskeletal well-being. Communicating these findings can help patients understand the comprehensive health benefits of regular physical activity.

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Give your patients a gut health check

Chiropractic Economics

The connection between nutrition, gut health and overall wellness By understanding the intricate connections between gut function and overall health, you can offer your patients solutions that go beyond symptom management and address root causes. When we address gut health, the transformations can be remarkable.

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Transforming the Health of the Culture: A Chiropractic Black History Perspective

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In a healthcare system that has historically marginalized Black Americans, the ability to reclaim agency over our health is a form of resistance. For too long, the Black community has been systematically excluded from equitable access to healthcare, resulting in devastating health disparities.

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Sleep issues and musculoskeletal pain: A two-way street with numerous influences

Chiropractic Economics

It also explores other factors influencing both sleep and pain, such as mood and affect, as well as potential dual treatment options, including medication and psychotherapy. Sleep difficulties and musculoskeletal pain often go hand in hand. Finding ways to resolve both can help patients enjoy an improved quality of life.

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Cannabinoids may help reduce musculoskeletal pain when used short-term

Chiropractic Economics

This article summarizes research supporting the effects of cannabinoids for reducing musculoskeletal pain, more so when used short term. One question many researchers are asking is whether cannabinoids can help ease musculoskeletal pain. According to several reviews, the answer is yes when they are used short-term.

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Optimizing the inflammatory response with nutrients and herbs | The clinical challenges of systemic inflammation

Chiropractic Economics

While occasional inflammation is a necessary biological process that facilitates healing and protects the body from infections and injuries, chronic inflammation is a root cause of many musculoskeletal disorders, joint degeneration and systemic diseases that you commonly encounter.

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