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Chiropractic Care to Treat & Prevent Sports Injuries

Canadian Chiropractic Association

Proper warm-ups, form techniques, and appropriate equipment can significantly reduce the risks of injury, but accidents and underlying conditions can still lead to issues requiring treatment from healthcare professionals. Chiropractors, as joint, muscle and nervous system experts, can help prevent and manage sports-related injuries.

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

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. 10 The acupuncture literature provides further evidence for the use of dry needling for the treatment of headaches.

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Assessing and Treating Achilles Tendinopathy: A Comprehensive Guide for Evidence-Based Chiropractors

ChiroUp

Understanding the etiology, clinical presentation, and evidence-based treatment protocols for Achilles tendinopathy is essential for chiropractors seeking to provide effective care. Treatment of Achilles Tendinitis The treatment of Achilles tendinopathy should be multifaceted, addressing both the symptoms and the underlying mechanical causes.

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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. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. physical therapy), complementary or integrative care (e.g.,

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The benefits of a concierge chiropractic practice

Chiropractic Economics

A more sustainable business model A concierge practice shifts the focus from reactive acute care to long-term preventive care. DCs are able to take into account not only a patients medical history but also their personal goals, lifestyle and preferences when creating a treatment plan.

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Even light daily physical activity lowers cancer risk

Chiropractic Economics

NCIs intramural research program conducts innovative, transdisciplinary basic, translational, clinical and epidemiological research on the causes of cancer, avenues for prevention, risk prediction, early detection and treatment, including research at the NIH Clinical Centerthe worlds largest research hospital.

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The Benefits of Spinal Manipulation in 2025: Why HVLA Still Matters

ChiroUp

While various low-force techniquessuch as flexion distraction, drop tables, and instrument-assisted methodsoffer valuable benefits, todays focus is on the classic hands-on approach that delivers that satisfying "pop" during treatment. HVLA manipulation is a well-researched and widely used technique in chiropractic and manual therapy.