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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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2) Chiropractors routinely encounter patients with neuropathic itching, particularly conditions like brachioradial pruritus, as they often stem from cervical spine dysfunction and nerve irritation. 9) Neuropathic itch is more common in patients with systemic triggers like sensory polyneuropathy (e.g., What Is Brachioradial Pruritus?

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Help patients bridge the financial gap to complementary care

Chiropractic Economics

The functional medicine approach The healthcare landscape is changing , and in recent years, the way patients seek out and prioritize the care they want has changed along with it. The number of patients using functional wellness to specifically address conditions causing chronic pain has risen from 42.3% in 2002 to 49.2%

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

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Understanding the benefits of ice and heat therapy can significantly impact a patient's healing journey. 8-9,38) Post-Knee Arthroplasty : Studies indicate that cold compression therapy after knee replacement surgery can improve outcomes, such as better pain relief, compared to other treatment methods. Practice with Confidence Today!

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Superficial vs deep dry needling

Chiropractic Economics

Some of the benefits of needling this way include less risk of significant tissue trauma, reduced risk of nerve or visceral injury and increased patient comfort. A 2002 article by Peter Baldry brought to the forefront discussion of the difference between SDN and DDN. It can also be combined with needle manipulation. Sarrafzadeh, et al.,

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Patient compliance: The five best ways to get patients to follow your treatment plan

Chiropractic Economics

Patient retention is the lifeblood of any successful chiropractic practice, but it all starts with patient compliance. Unfortunately, the reality is often riddled with challenges leading to patient drop-off. We’ve identified five key areas, the five Fs, that significantly boost patient compliance and loyalty.

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Chiropractic Research

ABCA

For Acute and Chronic Pain “Patients with chronic low-back pain treated by chiropractors showed greater improvement and satisfaction at one month than patients treated by family physicians. Satisfaction scores were higher for chiropractic patients. Four weeks after cessation of treatment.

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Pain Education for Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain

Palmer College of Chiropractic

Post-Doctoral Research Scholar August 27, 2024 Introduction Patient education encompasses a broad variety of topics and methods. Considering most patients seek chiropractic care for pain-related problems (2), a natural question arises: What research is available to inform patient education about pain?