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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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Superficial vs deep dry needling

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10 Most recently, a systematic review with meta-analysis evaluated the literature regarding the effects of DDN versus SND on spine-related pain. 2019:31(1):9-23. 2019:27(3):128-140. Still, these changes were more significant in patients treated with DDN, especially in extended follow-up periods at 15 days post-treatment.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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Test Description: The patient is instructed to reach behind their back and slide their extended thumb as high up the spine as possible. 2019) found that both operative and nonoperative groups reported improved pain and functional outcome scores. (3) However, research by Jones et al. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. 2020 Jul 7.

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Happy Chiropractic Founders Day!

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“His interest in anatomy led him to consider the effect of minor derangements of the spine (which he called ‘subluxations’) upon the nervous system,” Sportelli wrote. He theorized that manipulation of the spine (which he called spinal adjustments) could have a salutary effect on the body.”

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Chronic Pain in the US: A call to action for DCs

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According to a recent report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 24% of adults experienced chronic pain in 2023, a significant increase from 2019. We see the entrepreneur whos pushing through pain to keep their business running but knows theyre running on empty. 24% of US adults experienced chronic pain in 2023.

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New Year Same Spine

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Creating a website home for ChiroJunky was a goal from its creation in 2019. Same Spine Every December 31st as the year turns another age, your spine also grow older. Though some organs tissues have the ability to regenerate, like the liver, the spine ages and degenerates overtime.

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New Year Same Spine

ChiroJunky

Creating a website home for ChiroJunky was a goal from it’s creation in 2019. Same Spine Every December 31st as the year turns another age, your spine also grow older. Though some organs tissues have the ability to regenerate, like the liver, the spine ages and degenerates overtime.

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