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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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1,4,5,9) Cervical spine conditions such as disc herniation, spondylosis, or chronic joint dysfunction hypersensitize these nerves, making them more likely to misfire. (12) Conservative options include cervical manipulation, manual therapy, traction, modalities, and therapeutic exercise. 12) What Causes Neuropathic Itch? 13,14,16) 3.

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Optimize athletic performance through kinetic chain integration

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The kinetic chain refers to the interrelated joints, muscles, ligaments and tendons that work in a coordinated manner to produce movement. Chiropractic adjustments, combined with muscle activation exercises and foot function corrections, can help restore your patient’s proper biomechanics and enhance performance.

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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) 2020 Apr 1;122(3):151511. Acta Histochemica. 2024;7(1):96-101.

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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. 2020 Jul 7. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

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DCs play a pivotal role in assessing and enhancing spinal stability through manual therapies, corrective exercises and patient education. Anatomy and biomechanics of spinal stability Stabilizing subsystems Passive subsystem Comprises vertebrae, intervertebral discs, ligaments and joint capsules. Example: Planks, bird-dog exercises.

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Chiropractic Care in Atlanta GA: Your Wellness Solution

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For instance, one client suffering from chronic lower back pain due to desk-bound work received a treatment course incorporating spinal manipulation, targeted exercises, and lifestyle recommendations. Customized exercise regimens and at-home self-care tips have been integral in maintaining recovery and preventing relapse.

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Understanding Ischiofemoral Impingement: Diagnosis and Management for Chiropractors

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53) It has also been identified in 9% of younger patients undergoing evaluation for joint-preserving surgery. (54) 39,40) Accordingly, clinicians should manipulate any joint restrictions in the lumbar sacroiliac and pelvic regions. What are the best ischiofemoral impingement exercises? The Journal of bone and joint surgery.