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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. When to Use Ice vs Heat for Musculoskeletal Injuries Heat and cold therapy both play valuable roles in managing pain and promoting healing. However, their mechanisms and effects differ. 2) Limiting Secondary Injury?

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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Fast Fact Clinically and via the ice pack sign Brachioradial pruritis ICD10: L29.9 - Pruritus, unspecified. A brachioradial pruritus diagnosis is primarily accomplished through clinical history and physical examination. American journal of clinical dermatology. 2024 Oct 17:1-1. 2024 Aug 30;6(3):171. 9,12,21,22) 5.

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

Dry needling (also known as Western medical acupuncture) primarily uses a Western medicine philosophy grounded in anatomy and physiology and focuses on musculoskeletal issues. In contrast, dry needling focuses on an anatomic basis to treat musculoskeletal conditions and aid in physical rehabilitation. Int J Sports Phys Ther.

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The body’s own cannabinoid system for healing

Chiropractic Economics

Chronic pain is a significant concern in chiropractic practice, often stemming from conditions such as musculoskeletal disorders, nerve impingement and inflammation. As research continues to uncover the complexities of the ECS, its role in health and disease will become increasingly relevant in clinical practice. Marzo V, Piscitelli F.

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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)? We were curious about that (and about the broader patterns behind how clinics do or dont get referrals), so we surveyed the ChiroUp provider network. How Many PCP Referral Sources Do Most Clinics Have?

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Transforming the Health of the Culture: A Chiropractic Black History Perspective

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The Reality of Health Disparities Black Americans face disproportionate rates of chronic conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, and musculoskeletal disorders. Instead, they are more likely to be prescribed opioids at a higher rate while being under-prescribed non-pharmaceutical interventions like chiropractic (Bartlett, 2024).

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7 New Research Findings Every DC Needs to Know About Rotator Cuff Injuries

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Top Rotator Cuff Injury Test The accuracy of diagnostic tests for rotator cuff injuries varies, but a BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders systematic review quantified the reliability of several common assessments. AgingRelated Rotator Cuff Tears: Molecular Mechanisms and Implications for Clinical Management. 2024 Apr;8(4):2300331.