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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

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The results indicated that acupuncture is effective for treating frequent episodic or chronic tension-type headaches, but further trials, particularly comparing acupuncture with other treatment options, such as physical therapy, massage or exercise, are needed. This is often termed a rams horn presentation.

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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1,4,5,9) Cervical spine conditions such as disc herniation, spondylosis, or chronic joint dysfunction hypersensitize these nerves, making them more likely to misfire. (12) Conservative options include cervical manipulation, manual therapy, traction, modalities, and therapeutic exercise. 12) What Causes Neuropathic Itch? 13,14,16) 3.

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Meralgia Paresthetica: A Commonly Overlooked Cause of Thigh Pain

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In the next 5 minutes, heres what youll learn from this blog: A clear overview of meralgia paresthetica and its hidden causes The three most effective diagnostic tests, backed by new research Step-by-step video guides for chiropractic testing and treatment, including nerve flossing exercises to improve outcomes 1. 2007 Aug 20;8(8):669-77.

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Understanding Ischiofemoral Impingement: Diagnosis and Management for Chiropractors

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53) It has also been identified in 9% of younger patients undergoing evaluation for joint-preserving surgery. (54) 39,40) Accordingly, clinicians should manipulate any joint restrictions in the lumbar sacroiliac and pelvic regions. What are the best ischiofemoral impingement exercises? The Journal of bone and joint surgery.

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5 Effective Cervicogenic Headache Treatments

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3) While addressing joint dysfunction throughout the cervical and thoracic spine is essential, two recent research studies underscore that cervical manipulation remains the most impactful treatment for cervicogenic headache. SNAG exercises offer patients a way to complement your care and actively participate in their recovery.

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Strategies to improve balance and support healthy aging in your patients

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Most of the issues that result in a patient seeking care from a DC are usually associated with joint pain of the extremities and back and neck pain, usually due to osteoarthritis. These deficits can be addressed with custom flexible orthotics and balance-enhancing exercises. March 2007. References All accessed November 4, 2024.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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13) MRI Considerations Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is more sensitive to detect joint effusion/synovitis, cartilage, labral, and bone marrow lesions. (15) Structural [hip] joint changes are frequent in asymptomatic population and neither radiographs nor MRI have shown a good correlation with pain and functional impairment.” (15)