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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. Imaging studies, such as cervical X-rays or MRIs, are generally unnecessary but may help identify underlying cervical spine abnormalities (i.e.,

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Top 10 Chiropractic Research Studies from 2025 (So Far)

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Additionally, cervical spine manipulation may be the most effective short-term intervention for reducing pain and disability compared to mobilization, massage, and exercise, although clinician expertise appears to be an important factor." 2024 Dec;7(12):e70218. 2024 Dec 10. European Spine Journal. 2024 Dec 26:1-7.

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

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2 A cervicogenic headache is a secondary headache caused by a cervical spine disorder and its component bone, nerve/nerve root disc, and/or soft tissue elements. 14,15 The primary focus of manual therapy is to restore normal arthrokinematics of the cervical region, with special attention paid to the upper cervical spine. Europe PMC.

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Chiropractic research trends and current hotspots

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Their findings were published in Complementary Therapies in Medicine in June 2024, and here’s what they found. The second most frequently co-cited publication is Spine, followed by the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). The Journal of Chiropractic Education holds the second slot for publication with 108 articles.

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SpineGuard Announces Full-Year 2024 Financial Results and First Quarter 2025 Sales

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million, with consolidated net income improving by 26% in 2024 PARIS & BOULDER, Colo.–( ” 2024 Net Income Improved by 26% As announced in January 2025, 2024 revenue amounted to 4,648 K, representing an increase by 8% at actual and constant exchange rates compared to 2023. Significant reduction in losses of 1.1

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

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2,3) However, a critical review published in the October 2024 British Medical Journal found no conclusive evidence from human studies that cryotherapy effectively limits secondary injury or promotes tissue regeneration. (4) 2024 Oct 1;58(20):1215-23. Retrieved on 11/12/2024 from Link 14. The Spine Journal. J Clin Nurs.

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

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Our review of 2024 Top Chiropractic Research highlighted several new studies showing nerve mobilization improves outcomes for various extremity complaints, ranging from carpal tunnel syndrome to lateral epicondylopathy. 2024 Apr;8(4):2300331. 2024 May 31:100953. 2024 Mar 13;19(3):e0299125. 2024 Apr 1;9(2):e23.