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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. Understanding the benefits of ice and heat therapy can significantly impact a patient's healing journey. Such strategies can not only enhance patient comfort but also promote long-term healing.

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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. 9) Neuropathic itch is more common in patients with systemic triggers like sensory polyneuropathy (e.g.,

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Magnesium Glycinate can correct magnesium deficiency—and make your patients feel much better

Chiropractic Economics

As a doctor of chiropractic, you probably see the symptoms of magnesium deficiency every day: patients suffering from muscle cramps, fatigue, irritability, poor sleep and chronic tension. It is possible for patients to achieve ideal magnesium levels through diet. What is subclinical deficiency?

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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Shoulder pain and weakness are common symptoms in patients seeking chiropractic care. Orthopedic testing helps isolate specific musculoskeletal tissues, sometimes eliciting pain, weakness, or a combination of both. How does shoulder weakness affect my patient’s prognosis? Should I Refer a Patient to an Orthopedist?

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Superficial vs deep dry needling

Chiropractic Economics

Some of the benefits of needling this way include less risk of significant tissue trauma, reduced risk of nerve or visceral injury and increased patient comfort. Still, these changes were more significant in patients treated with DDN, especially in extended follow-up periods at 15 days post-treatment. Sarrafzadeh, et al.,

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HSS Presents Innovative Research Aimed at Faster Recovery After Knee Surgery at AAOS Annual Meeting

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What follows are highlights from these studies: Limiting Use of Tourniquets During Knee Replacement Surgery Improves Patient Outcomes Tourniquets have traditionally been used during TKA to reduce blood loss and the need for transfusions. Surgeons use these devices differently based on individual patient needs.

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Back Pain Statistics by the Numbers

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According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), “Back pain is one of the most common medical problems in the United States.” Adults, 2019.” Here are a few of the most fascinating back pain statistics their study revealed: In 2019, 39.0%