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Laser therapy: A proven solution for pain management

Chiropractic Economics

This development marked a turning point in the efficacy of therapeutic lasers, making them a viable and potent treatment option. The impact of laser therapy on pain management Today, reputable scientific journals, including the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy (JOSPT) , recommend PBM therapy for a range of conditions.1

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Heat vs. Cold Therapy: Which is Best for Musculoskeletal Injuries

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Cold therapy has proven to be most beneficial for controlling excessive swelling within the first 6-12 hours post-injury. (1-3) 7) Acute Rheumatologic Flare-Ups : While there is no research consensus, ice therapy is generally considered beneficial for reducing inflammation in acute rheumatologic flare-ups, particularly in cases of gout. (8-9,38)

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Is multidisciplinary the right approach for your practice? Four questions to ask

Chiropractic Economics

No matter what sort of healthcare services youre including in your practice (physical therapy, massage, nutrition, acupuncture, etc.), DCs know that chiropractic treatment works better with things like proper nutrition, adequate exercise, massage therapy and even acupuncture.

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

In contrast, dry needling focuses on an anatomic basis to treat musculoskeletal conditions and aid in physical rehabilitation. Treatment of cervicogenic headaches via dry needling A systematic review has investigated the effectiveness of dry needling and conventional physiotherapy in managing cervicogenic headaches or tension-type headaches.

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Insurance type tied to variations in chronic pain treatment, research suggests

Chiropractic Economics

An analysis of medical claims data suggests adults may have differential access to chronic pain treatment options based on the type of health insurance they have. But the findings did show the type of health insurance was associated with differences in the provision, patterns and timing of treatment for chronic pain. Also, 63.1%

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KT elevates sports medicine education with new KT Continuing Education Course Series

Chiropractic Economics

Harper, PT, DPT, OCS, a member of the KT Sports Medicine Advisory Board, an esteemed group including sports medicine, physical therapy and chiropractic care experts. Additionally, accreditation has been approved across most physical therapy state boards. KT representatives lead the program with support from Christopher W.

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The state of integrative medicine and chiropractic

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Thats where integrated medicine and chiropractic come in, offering a modern approach to care that combines the best of all worlds: natural healing, evidence-based treatments and a collaborative team of experts. Here are a few popular options to consider: Physical therapy. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT).