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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. A brachioradial pruritus diagnosis is primarily accomplished through clinical history and physical examination.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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Properly identifying these symptoms can lead to a more accurate diagnosis and prognosis. Test Description: The patient is instructed to reach behind their back and slide their extended thumb as high up the spine as possible. Published 2022 Feb 18. Today’s blog will review two orthopedic tests for rotator cuff syndrome.

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Understanding Ischiofemoral Impingement: Diagnosis and Management for Chiropractors

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15) In particular, pelvic retroversion entails flattening of the lumbar spine and sacrum, which move the ischial tuberosities closer to the lesser trochanters. (9) 9,24-26,50) Deeper dive: Like nearly every other MSK diagnosis, there is no single clinical exam finding specific to the diagnosis of ischiofemoral impingement.

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5 Effective Cervicogenic Headache Treatments

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Nearly half of the population experiences headaches, and an estimated 25% are cervicogenic headaches, i.e., stemming from dysfunction in the cervical spine. 1,2) While often overlooked, cervicogenic headaches can be just as debilitating as migraines, especially when compounded by cervical spine dysfunction.

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

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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. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that the chiropractic profession will grow by 9% from 2022-2032. educational programs. Why Choose Palmer College of Chiropractic?

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

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A recent case report on Katie May, who died in 2016 after receiving chiropractic cervical spine manipulation (CSM) from a DC, has concluded it did not cause her death. 4,6 Expert: cervical spine manipulation did not cause VAD The case report concludes that CSM did not cause the VAD, and that the dissection had been present before the CSM.

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North America Sports Medicine Market Forecast and Competitive Landscape Report 2025-2033 Featuring Zimmer Biomet, Stryker, Medtronic, Novartis, Smith & Nephew, CONMED, and Johnson & Johnson

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For example, according to the Sports Accident Statistics report that LegalMatch updated in August 2022, approximately 150,000 anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries occur annually in the United States. Back and Spine Injuries 8.7 Body Reconstruction & Repair 7.2 Accessories 7.3 Body Monitoring & Evaluation 7.4 Application 8.1