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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

ChiroUp

1,9) Successful management involves identifying contributory cervical and thoracic spinal joint dysfunction, paraspinal hypertonicity, and postural stressors such as upper-crossed syndrome. 5,6,11) Clinicians should prioritize treating the underlying musculoskeletal issues rather than simply masking symptoms.

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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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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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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

Spinal stability is a cornerstone of musculoskeletal health and functional movement. Physical examination Postural analysis Observe alignment and asymmetries in standing, sitting and dynamic positions. In faulty foot posture, the pelvis has great difficulty attaining stability. spondylolisthesis, disc degeneration) Trauma (e.g.,

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The Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy

Fisher Chiropractic

Postural Changes: As the belly expands, posture shifts to accommodate the change, often resulting in back pain. Chiropractic care is a form of alternative medicine focused on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders, particularly those involving the spine. What Is Chiropractic Care?

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Meet the huge demand for weight loss with all-natural GLP-1 products

Chiropractic Economics

Treat the cause of pain Some very powerful statistics bear out the idea that optimizing body weight is important for health, including musculoskeletal structural health. Many musculoskeletal diseases develop simply because joints and bones are forced to carry a heavier load.

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Postural Aging

Smart Pain Solutions

One significant aspect to aging includes the decline of our posture. Postural aging refers to the gradual deterioration of strength & stability within our bones, muscles, discs, and joints. Louis offers an integrated approach to managing postural aging. Contributions to Postural Aging As spine specialists in St.

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