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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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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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Shoulder pain and weakness are common symptoms in patients seeking chiropractic care. Properly identifying these symptoms can lead to a more accurate diagnosis and prognosis. How does shoulder weakness affect my patient’s prognosis? When should I consider referring a patient to a shoulder orthopedist?

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Understanding Ischiofemoral Impingement: Diagnosis and Management for Chiropractors

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4) Patients with ischiofemoral impingement can exhibit a 30-50% reduction in ischiofemoral space. (4) 53) It has also been identified in 9% of younger patients undergoing evaluation for joint-preserving surgery. (54) 14) Patients often assume an antalgic sitting posture to unload the affected ischium. (22) 9,14,21) 5.

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5 Effective Cervicogenic Headache Treatments

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In the past year, a surge of high-quality research has clarified the most effective treatment for cervicogenic headache, giving chiropractors powerful, evidence-based tools to optimize patient outcomes. SNAG exercises offer patients a way to complement your care and actively participate in their recovery.

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How to Become a Doctor of Chiropractic: A Step-by-Step Guide from Palmer College of Chiropractic

Palmer College of Chiropractic

If youre passionate about health care, thrive on helping others, and want to work hands-on with patients, a career as a Doctor of Chiropractic might be the perfect path for you. Chiropractic is a health care profession that focuses on the spine and other joints of the body, their connection to the nervous system, and overall patient health.

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Expert analysis: Did cervical spine manipulation cause the death of Katie May?

Chiropractic Economics

epidemiological study, the authors conclude that the increased risk of vertebrobasilar artery stroke associated with chiropractic and primary care provider visits is likely due to patients with headache and neck pain from VAD seeking care before their stroke. Published online January 21, 2022. In the well-known 2008 Cassidy, et al.,

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Injection infection? Another surprising way to freeze a shoulder [4m]

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The symptoms may drag on and on: “Patients will often visit their physicians months later because they are not able to carry out daily tasks that were possible before the vaccination” ( Bancsi ). There’s a 2015 paper reporting three injection injuries leading to a confirmed diagnosis of frozen shoulder ( Saleh ). acnes infection?