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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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2) Chiropractors routinely encounter patients with neuropathic itching, particularly conditions like brachioradial pruritus, as they often stem from cervical spine dysfunction and nerve irritation. Imaging studies, such as cervical X-rays or MRIs, are generally unnecessary but may help identify underlying cervical spine abnormalities (i.e.,

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

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herpes zoster), infections, malignancies, inflammatory diseases including inflammatory joint pain, pregnancy, or neurological conditions that may alter peripheral sensitivity, such as multiple sclerosis, ALS, spinal injuries, and diabetes. 2017 Mar 7;8:93. 2017 Apr 4;166(7):514-30. 2017 Jan 1;30(4):889-96.

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Summit Orthopedics Receives Shoulder Arthroplasty (Shoulder Joint Replacement) Certification by the Joint Commission, becoming the first ASC in Minnesota and the US to achieve the recognition

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The ambulatory surgery center has also received certifications in Spine Fusion and Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement, making it the first freestanding ASC in the country to receive all three designations WOODBURY, Minn., Summit Orthopedics is the first freestanding ambulatory surgery center in the U.S. to have the designation.

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What To Do When You Slip and Fall on Ice

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Bureau of Labor Statistics , over 20,000 workplace injuries were reported in 2017 as a result of falling on ice. Even if you don’t experience immediate pain, subtle injuries to your spine, hips, or joints may develop over time. In fact, according to the U.S.

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Combating forward head carriage

Chiropractic Economics

Ideal posture, when viewed from the front, includes a vertical gravity line in the midline of the spine, with the ears, shoulders and hips aligning on the horizontal plane. Devices creating cervical spine extension and traction allow the patient to restore flexibility to the musculature of the cervical spine. October 2, 2017.

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What you need to know about TECAR therapy

Chiropractic Economics

By reducing pain and promoting tissue repair, TECAR can improve joint and muscle flexibility. The technology is particularly beneficial during the acute phases of musculoskeletal injuries, as it helps increase tissue drainage, decrease pain perception, improve joint range of motion and enhance quality of life. Improved mobility.

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Food and Drug Administration Allows Compassionate Use for the Reverse Hip Replacement System

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Zabinski, MD, Medical Director of Joint Replacement Surgery and Assistant Chairman of the Department of Surgery at Shore Medical Center. in the 2019 Bone & Joint Journal , these patients experience significantly increased risk of dislocation due to alteration of the spinal pelvic mechanics. Bone Joint J. Epub 2017 Oct 31

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