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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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A brachioradial pruritus diagnosis is primarily accomplished through clinical history and physical examination. Brachioradial pruritis differential diagnosis considerations: It is crucial to exclude dermatological causes like eczema or contact dermatitis. 2010:157-61. How Is Brachioradial Pruritus Diagnosed? At G, Bilir Kaya B.

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Eagle Syndrome: A Chiropractic Perspective

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Differential diagnosis should exclude TMJ disorders, neuralgias, and cervical spine pathologies. (1) 1) How to rule out TMD Mouth Opening Test Centric Relation Provocation Test Imaging and Diagnosis A 3D CT scan is the gold standard for visualizing styloid elongation or ligament calcification.

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Meralgia Paresthetica: A Commonly Overlooked Cause of Thigh Pain

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The Three Most Essential Tests for Diagnosing Meralgia Paresthetica Recent evidence supports three simple yet powerful clinical tests for meralgia paresthetica diagnosis. 51) Differential Diagnosis Clinical Differentiator L2-L3 radiculopathy Lumbar symptoms, provoked by lumbar testing, possible motor or reflex loss. Harney D, Patijn J.

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Insurance type tied to variations in chronic pain treatment, research suggests

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adult population and has been estimated to cost $560 to $635 billion annually (in 2010 dollars), according to the Institute of Medicine. Chronic pain, notes an NCCIH press release , is considered a sensitive barometer of population health. Pain affects a large part of the U.S.

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Chiropractic Treatment of SLAP Lesions

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3) This pathology is relatively common, as 25% of patients undergoing shoulder arthroscopy for any diagnosis will demonstrate a SLAP lesion. Diagnosis and management of superior labral anterior posterior tears in throwing athletes. Epub 2010 Oct 12. 4,5) Can a chiropractor treat a SLAP lesion? Am J Sports Med. May;42(5):1155-60.

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Keep pushing for answers. Speak up. Get checked.

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From 2010 to 2016, I raced professionally, living and training across the globe. It took 18 months to get a diagnosis: rheumatoid arthritis. I’m an Olympian and former professional cyclist, and these days I’m a bricklayer, small business owner, and someone learning to manage life with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). But it got worse.

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Understanding Ischiofemoral Impingement: Diagnosis and Management for Chiropractors

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9,24-26,50) Deeper dive: Like nearly every other MSK diagnosis, there is no single clinical exam finding specific to the diagnosis of ischiofemoral impingement. However, a collection of findings may help confirm the diagnosis. (27) Current concepts in the diagnosis and management of extra-articular hip impingement syndromes.

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