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

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When treating musculoskeletal injuries, chiropractors often face the key question of when to use heat vs ice therapy. When to Use Ice vs Heat for Musculoskeletal Injuries Heat and cold therapy both play valuable roles in managing pain and promoting healing. However, their mechanisms and effects differ. 2) Limiting Secondary Injury?

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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9,24) To learn more about the physiology of ice and how it helps suppress nerve function, check out our recent chiropractic blog on Heat vs. Cold Therapy: Which is Best for Musculoskeletal Injuries, or the corresponding chiropractic podcast on Heat vs Cold Therapy for Chiropractic Injury Recovery. 2016 Jul;91:549-51. 2022 Sep 12.

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

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Dry needling (also known as Western medical acupuncture) primarily uses a Western medicine philosophy grounded in anatomy and physiology and focuses on musculoskeletal issues. In contrast, dry needling focuses on an anatomic basis to treat musculoskeletal conditions and aid in physical rehabilitation. April 2016. Explore (NY).

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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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The chiropractic approach to cardiovascular health

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DCs focus on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders, particularly those related to the spine, with the belief that spinal health impacts the nervous system and, consequently, the function of various organs. DCs may design personalized exercise programs to improve cardiovascular fitness, flexibility and strength.

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Top Chiropractic Research from 2024: Elevating Evidence-Based Care

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From reducing opioid dependence to improving functional outcomes , these chiropractic studies affirm our role as leaders in musculoskeletal health. trends from 2007 to 2016 showed a significant increase in chiropractic utilization, reinforcing the growing trust in chiropractic care. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders. 1) Chen et al.

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Top 7 Things Chiropractors Need to Know About Back Mice (Episacral Lipomas)

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Symptoms may improve with light exercise, heat, or compression. (2) Adipose tissue as pain generator in the lower back and lower extremity: application in musculoskeletal medicine. 2016 Apr;6(1_suppl):s-0036. Symptoms may include referred pain to the gluteal area, hip, thigh, or even the abdomen and groin. 2020;1(5):257.