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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

ChiroUp

2) Chiropractors routinely encounter patients with neuropathic itching, particularly conditions like brachioradial pruritus, as they often stem from cervical spine dysfunction and nerve irritation. Imaging studies, such as cervical X-rays or MRIs, are generally unnecessary but may help identify underlying cervical spine abnormalities (i.e.,

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New Year Same Spine

ChiroJunky

Same Spine Every December 31st as the year turns another age, your spine also grow older. Though some organs tissues have the ability to regenerate, like the liver, the spine ages and degenerates overtime. The spine is the weight-baring back one of the body. The spine has several functions that maintain us through life.

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Academy of Chiropractic surpasses 2 million chiropractic patient referrals

Chiropractic Economics

By highlighting DCs’ specialized credentials and positioning them as experts in primary spine care, the Academy has created a perception shift that encourages referrals from both the medical and legal communities. The two million referrals validate our approach as the most effective strategy for expanding chiropractic’s role in patient care.”

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

2 A cervicogenic headache is a secondary headache caused by a cervical spine disorder and its component bone, nerve/nerve root disc, and/or soft tissue elements. 14,15 The primary focus of manual therapy is to restore normal arthrokinematics of the cervical region, with special attention paid to the upper cervical spine. Europe PMC.

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2024 chiropractic case studies find benefits for complex patients

Chiropractic Economics

Treatment consisted of low-force joint manipulation and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), the former to reduce pain and increase range of motion and the latter to ease muscle tightness and inflammation. These images showed abnormal alignment, degeneration and narrowing in the cervical spine.

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Joint Cracking 101: Spine and Joint Cavitation Explained

The Smart Chiropractor

Here's what to know about joint cracking and joint cavitation. What do those sounds you hear when you 'crack' your knuckles really mean?

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The Temporomandibular Disorder: A Guide for Evidence-Based Chiropractors

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An Introduction to Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMD) Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD) encompasses a complex set of muscular and articular disorders affecting the TMJ, leading to pain, dysfunction, and potential degeneration. masseter, temporalis) and assess cervical spine mobility.