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Strategies to improve balance and support healthy aging in your patients

Chiropractic Economics

As the global population continues to increase, more people are over 65, which presents unique challenges for the chiropractic profession. 1 The aging patient presents many complex conditions that can affect all the body’s major systems. Assessment is where strategies to improve balance, posture, and functional movement are born.

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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. 3) Improve Ergonomics: Optimize seated, standing, and laptop workstations to reduce spinal stress and improve posture. Acta dermato-venereologica.

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

Diagnostic criteria have been established for cervicogenic headache, but its presenting characteristics may be difficult to distinguish from other headaches, such as migraine or tension-type headache. A likely symptom generator can be an excessive extension of the occiput on the atlas in functional postures.

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Adolescent posture assessment

Chiropractic Economics

Recent studies indicate a multimodal approach to adolescent posture corrections proves the traditional chiropractic marketing slogan. “As Depending on the definition of weak posture, the literature indicates that up to 65% of adolescents aged 10-18 have postural weakness, which is believed to lead to neck and back pain as adults.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

Physical examination Postural analysis Observe alignment and asymmetries in standing, sitting and dynamic positions. Postural retraining Teaching patients to maintain proper alignment during static and dynamic activities is vital for reducing mechanical stress on the spine. This condition can result from: Degenerative changes (e.g.,

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Discover Better Posture: Chiropractic Care in Atlanta

Any Spine

This article will shed light on the integral role chiropractic care plays in improving posture and, consequently, your overall well-being. Detecting postural issues early can prevent a host of alignment-related health risks, including persistent back pain that might lead to insurance claims.

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Present Time Consciousness in Chiropractic Practice

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Present Time Consciousness (PTC) is one of the most impactful yet underutilized skills in chiropractic communications and care. The ability to be fully present with your patients during each interaction can dramatically improve patient outcomes, deepen trust, and enhance the overall success of your practice.