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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. 2019 Jun 21;10:1303.

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Enhance exercise performance with infrared therapy

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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) 2019 Dec;8:1-8. Systematic reviews. 2006 Oct 1;87(10):1310-7.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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When used together, these tests can help differentiate between simple rotator cuff irritation and a rotator cuff tear, ultimately influencing treatment decisions, rehabilitation exercises, and the duration of care. In such cases, simple rehabilitation exercises are essential. What test can identify weakness from a supraspinatus tear?

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Tendinopathy Rehab and Metabolic Health: Why Loading Alone Isn’t Enough

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That means doing more than just assessing, treating, and prescribing exercises—it means providing world-class resources that help patients take control of their health. BMJ open sport & exercise medicine. 2019 Dec 6;5(1). Because educated patients become compliant patients, and compliant patients get better outcomes.

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Back Pain Statistics by the Numbers

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Adults, 2019.” Here are a few of the most fascinating back pain statistics their study revealed: In 2019, 39.0% Most Common Causes of Back Pain ​ Fitness level : back pain is more common in those who don’t exercise very often. Regular exercise helps to strengthen the core muscles that support the spine.