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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

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For this discussion, we will define the upper cervical spine as the atlantooccipital joint, the axio-atlantal joint and the joints of the C2-3 segment. 18 Dry needling targets soft tissue, while manual therapy can be utilized to target joint dysfunction. 2007; 37(3):100107. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. Europe PMC.

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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) 2007 May;34(5):315-9. 12) What Causes Neuropathic Itch? 13,14,16) 3. spondylosis or disc lesions). AVK E, AVK , ENDUR F. The Journal of dermatology.

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Meralgia Paresthetica: A Commonly Overlooked Cause of Thigh Pain

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The primary tools of spinal and pelvic manipulation help restore joint function and reduce mechanical stress on the nerve. 2007 Aug 20;8(8):669-77. 2007 Aug 20;8(8):669-77. 2007 Jun 1;172(6):663-5. 2007 Aug;116(2):118-23. 2007 May;35(5):678-80. 2009 Apr;22(3):365-70. Harney D, Patijn J. Pain Medicine.

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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. The Journal of bone and joint surgery. 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. Exercises Dysfunction in the upper cervical joints is a hallmark feature of cervicogenic headaches. Cephalalgia.

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AAOS Names 2025 Kappa Delta Ann Doner Vaughn Award Winner for 25-Year Anterior Shoulder Instability Research

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.” With funding from the Department of Defense for a peer-reviewed research grant, the team conducted studies into the early identification of glenohumeral pathomorphology (the study of pathologies that impact the glenohumeral joint) and optimized return-to-duty strategies. Follow the AAOS on Facebook , X , LinkedIn and Instagram.

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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. March 2007. It will affect society economically, straining pension plans, health insurance and healthcare programs to support the elderly in retirement.