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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. Understanding the benefits of ice and heat therapy can significantly impact a patient's healing journey. Such strategies can not only enhance patient comfort but also promote long-term healing.

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Pain management through improved ergonomics

Chiropractic Economics

Pain, especially musculoskeletal pain, is a widespread issue affecting people in both their personal and professional lives. With the increasing shift toward sedentary work environments, improper posture, prolonged sitting and poor ergonomics significantly contribute to the prevalence of back, neck, shoulder and wrist pain.

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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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The body’s own cannabinoid system for healing

Chiropractic Economics

DCs are increasingly recognizing the importance of the ECS in maintaining homeostasis, promoting healing and enhancing patient outcomes. 2 These receptors are involved in modulating the release of neurotransmitters, thereby influencing pain perception, inflammation and overall homeostasis.

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The benefits of treating chronic knee pain

Chiropractic Economics

An introduction to cutaneous intermittent vibration for chronic knee pain relief. Despite the prevalence of chronic knee pain, which affects approximately 25% of adults, there is still a significant demand from patients for new treatment options.

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Congress reintroduces Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act

Chiropractic Economics

The Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act, bipartisan legislation that would increase patient access to Medicare-covered services provided by doctors of chiropractic, was reintroduced Jan. The prevalence of musculoskeletal conditions such as back, neck and joint pain increases with age. Gregory Steube (R-Fla.)

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The benefits of CBD for pain management

Chiropractic Economics

The acceptance of CBD for pain management is taking hold in chiropractic. As a result, many DCs are continually exploring complementary therapies, such as the use of CBD for pain management, that align with this philosophy. CBD is available in multiple formats to suit your patients’ unique needs.