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

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Understanding the benefits of ice and heat therapy can significantly impact a patient's healing journey. 2,18) When using an ice pack, patients may progressively feel cold, followed by burning, aching, and finally numbness (CBAN). Such strategies can not only enhance patient comfort but also promote long-term healing.

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Heat or Ice AFTER Manual Therapy: Revisiting the Evidence for Optimal Recovery

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1-3) When To Use ICE Therapy In a neck pain trial, patients received cervical mobilizations with cryotherapy; after 5 weeks, pain and disability improved significantly. Notably, cryotherapy plus mobilization produced greater reductions in neck pain and disability than a similar program that added stretching exercises. (4) References 1.

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Tips for communicating with patients with limited English proficiency

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This article discusses the negative impact of language discordance between provider and patient on patient health, and specifies the regulatory guidelines requiring language access. It also provides tips for better communicating with patients who have limited English proficiency. Nearly one in five people in the U.S.

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PCP Referrals to Chiropractors: What the Top Clinics Are Doing Differently

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But how many new patients should a chiropractic clinic realistically expect to receive from primary care providers (PCPs)? According to the results, chiropractors report that, on average, approximately 14% of their new patients come from PCP referrals. Most chiropractors agree that medical referrals are valuable.

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Citation check for “exercise is good for chronic pain” [3m]

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Look at it one way, and it does seem like exercise is an effective treatment for pain. The general explanation for this inconsistency is probably that it depends on exactly what we mean by “exercise” and by “pain.” A study… Vaegter et al argued that exercise is quite a good treatment for chronic pain. And by “treatment.”

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Top 7 Things Chiropractors Need to Know About Back Mice (Episacral Lipomas)

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As a chiropractor, you’ve likely encountered patients with persistent mechanical low back pain that defies conventional treatments. These small, tender nodules can significantly impact your patients’ well-being, yet many healthcare professionals are unaware of their presence and potential treatments. What is an Episacral Lipoma?