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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. 2022 Sep 14;5(3):e39863. 2022 Feb;14(2). 2022 Sep 12. 2022 Aug;2022(8):rjac277. 2022 May 2;14(1):93-7.

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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. 22,37) Key Takeaways for Clinical Practice By understanding the principles and consulting current research, chiropractors can offer patients an evidence-based approach to using heat and ice therapy. Epub 2022 May 20.

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

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Clinical Implications for Rehab For evidence-based chiropractors, the takeaway is clear: loading is essential, but not always sufficient. As evidence-based chiropractors, it’s our responsibility to stay current, think holistically, and empower every patient who walks through our doors. Journal of applied physiology.

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Chiropractic Care to Treat & Prevent Sports Injuries

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Following this record low, sports and recreational injuries increased 20% in 2021, 12% in 2022, and 2% in 2023. Chiropractors, as joint, muscle and nervous system experts, can help prevent and manage sports-related injuries. Click here to find a chiropractor near you 1. In 2023, 3.7 How do sports injuries happen?

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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Chiropractors can counsel their patients accordingly, presenting both treatment paths as legitimate choices, depending on individual circumstances. Conclusion Chiropractors can better diagnose and manage rotator cuff issues by understanding and applying orthopedic tests like the Internal Rotation & Shift Test and the DIME Test.

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Back Pain Statistics by the Numbers

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Our friendly and knowledgeable chiropractors at Petrak Family Chiropractic define back pain as pain that occurs anywhere along the four regions of your spine, which run from the base of your skull to your tailbone. One statistic reveals how many Americans visit a chiropractor per year: 35 million! ​ Schedule A Consultation

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Do your chiropractic clinical assessments need an updated?

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For instance, a 2022 study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found the ability to complete a simple 10-second one-legged stance test was a predictor of all-cause mortality​. 21 June 2022. This decline not only affects balance but can impair a patient’s ability to perform daily tasks safely and independently.