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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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Conservative options include cervical manipulation, manual therapy, traction, modalities, and therapeutic exercise. Fast Fact Limit nerve irritation, including underlying postural stressors Arm & neck exercises for brachioradial pruritis can help alleviate symptoms and improve function and mobility. 2016 Jul;91:549-51.

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

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. Acupuncture for the Prevention of Tension-Type Headache (2016). April 2016.

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Enhance exercise performance with infrared therapy

Chiropractic Economics

That’s because “Overwhelming evidence exists that lifelong exercise is associated with a longer healthspan, delaying the onset of 40 chronic conditions/diseases.” When it comes to exercising, everyone shares these same two goals: to enhance exercise performance and to shorten post-exercise recovery time.

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How Chiropractors Can Help Patients Conquer Headaches with SNAG Mobilizations

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1) These mobilizations help reduce headache frequency, improve cervical range of motion, and decrease associated disability, outperforming massage, general exercise, and even some alternative therapies. 2) Unlike passive mobilizations, SNAGs often involve active patient movement, making them ideal for at-home exercises and self-care programs.

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

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Recent evidence has led practitioners to shift from RICE to the PEACE & LOVE approach, which emphasizes early protection, elevation, avoiding antiinflammatories, compression, and education, followed by (controlled) loading, optimism, vascularization, and exercises. (2) 2016 Jun 28;154(3):245-53. 2006 Oct 1;87(10):1310-7.

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Chiropractor vs Physical Therapist: Which One Is Right For You?

Oviedo Chiropractic

Patients are instructed in a series of exercises designed to build strength and flexibility. Beginning in 2016, the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) requires all entry-level physical therapy programs to switch to a DPT program.

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The chiropractic approach to cardiovascular health

Chiropractic Economics

Chiropractic treatments typically involve spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapies, rehabilitative exercises and lifestyle counseling. DCs may design personalized exercise programs to improve cardiovascular fitness, flexibility and strength. These programs can help patients manage weight, reduce stress and lower blood pressure.