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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. As a DC, you’re not just responsible for your patients’ musculoskeletal health; you’re tasked with helping them achieve improved wellness on all fronts.

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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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Chiropractic research trends and current hotspots

Chiropractic Economics

While all this information is beneficial, it can be difficult to keep up with the science since it is estimated that more than three million new articles are published annually. Leaders in chiropractic research This review also provided insight into who is paving the path in published chiropractic information.

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A Chiropractor’s Guide to Proper Billing: Therapeutic Exercises (97110) vs. Therapeutic Activities (97530)

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Applications Strengthening exercises, joint mobilization, or flexibility activities to address musculoskeletal impairments, such as muscle weakness or joint stiffness. Provide information regarding the volume of exercise, including sets and repetitions, time duration, and specific techniques used.

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

Dry needling (also known as Western medical acupuncture) primarily uses a Western medicine philosophy grounded in anatomy and physiology and focuses on musculoskeletal issues. In contrast, dry needling focuses on an anatomic basis to treat musculoskeletal conditions and aid in physical rehabilitation.

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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9,24) To learn more about the physiology of ice and how it helps suppress nerve function, check out our recent chiropractic blog on Heat vs. Cold Therapy: Which is Best for Musculoskeletal Injuries, or the corresponding chiropractic podcast on Heat vs Cold Therapy for Chiropractic Injury Recovery.

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Congress reintroduces Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act

Chiropractic Economics

106 ) would reduce barriers to care and enable seniors and other beneficiaries to more fully access the chiropractic professions evidence-based, non-drug approach to managing pain and improving musculoskeletal function, noted an American Chiropractic Association (ACA) press release. The Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act ( H.R.