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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. Mechanisms and efficacy of heat and cold therapies for musculoskeletal injury. References 1.

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Heat or Ice AFTER Manual Therapy: Revisiting the Evidence for Optimal Recovery

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After manual therapy, heat is often used to soothe tight muscles or to maintain tissue elasticity gains from stretching/mobilization. When To Use HEAT Therapy Heat is commonly recommended for chronic or subacute musculoskeletal pain. Clinical guidelines for low back pain notably endorse superficial heat as an effective therapy.

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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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Top Chiropractic Research from 2024: Elevating Evidence-Based Care

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This blog distills key findings and themes from this years chiropractic studies, spotlighting the benefits of spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) and other chiropractic interventions. From reducing opioid dependence to improving functional outcomes , these chiropractic studies affirm our role as leaders in musculoskeletal health.

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Expand your practice with nutritional testing

Chiropractic Economics

I noticed that even when I applied physical therapy modalities and adjustments, some patients werent improving as quickly or as fully as I thought they could. Many DCs focus solely on musculoskeletal care, but by integrating nutrition, you position yourself as a more comprehensive provider.

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7 New Research Findings Every DC Needs to Know About Rotator Cuff Injuries

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Top Rotator Cuff Injury Test The accuracy of diagnostic tests for rotator cuff injuries varies, but a BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders systematic review quantified the reliability of several common assessments. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders. Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy. Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy.

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Ankle sprains as peripheral and central injuries

Chiropractic Economics

A neuroplasticity-informed approach Ankle sprains are among the most frequent musculoskeletal injuries in the US With an estimated four million cases per year. While many individuals recover with rest, ice, compression and elevation (RICE), a substantial number suffer recurrent or chronic ankle instability.

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