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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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radiculopathy, lupus, herpes zoster, stroke, or multiple sclerosis. Imaging studies, such as cervical X-rays or MRIs, are generally unnecessary but may help identify underlying cervical spine abnormalities (i.e., Brachioradial pruritus as a symptom of cervical radiculopathy. spondylosis or disc lesions). 2021;79:900-3.

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The Chiropractic Exam Reimagined

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By following specific criteria like tenderness at key spots or the inability to bear weight post-injury, you can confidently decide whether an X-ray is necessary, saving your patient unnecessary radiation exposure and healthcare costs. You might suspect a rotator cuff tear, but what if it’s stemming from cervical radiculopathy?

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Top Chiropractic Research from 2023

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A systematic review of Clinical Practice Guidelines for persons with non-specific low back pain with and without radiculopathy: Identification of best evidence for rehabilitation to develop the WHO's Package of Interventions for Rehabilitation. Conservative Management of Cervical Radiculopathy: A Systematic Review. 2023 Mar 23.

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Schmorl’s Node Refresher: 7 Surprising Facts Every DC Must Own

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2,7) Schmorls node spine MRI Schmorl’s node lumbar spine x-ray 2. Schmorl’s Node: An Uncommon Case of Back Pain and Radiculopathy. Schmorl’s Node: An Uncommon Case of Back Pain and Radiculopathy. How common are schmorl’s nodes? The reported frequency of schmorl’s nodes varies from 2–80%. (8-17) Asian spine journal.

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Healthcare Insider Podcast: Surgical robotics 101: What providers need to know

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And so I was originally trained to do percutaneous pedicle screws under fluoro and obviously if you’re taking a bunch of small x-rays repetitively that repetitive dose over many, many screws over many, many years that radiation dose adds up.

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