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The Benefits of Spinal Manipulation in 2025: Why HVLA Still Matters

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Biomechanical Effects HVLA adjustments affect the spinal joints, muscles, and ligaments , leading to: Restoration of joint mobility: HVLA techniques help to reduce joint restriction by stretching and repositioning spinal facet joints. (2) Get Started. References 1. Alanazi, M. Degenhardt, B., Kelley-Franklin, G., Lipke, L., & Reed, W.

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Case study: Chronic neck pain in a 54-year-old truck driver

Chiropractic Economics

Results after 30 days Following one month of treatment, the patient showed significant improvement: Cervical ROM: Improved by 50% Soto Hall and Cervical Compression Tests: Now negative Neurological findings: Improved C5 dermatome sensation on the left side X-ray findings from 1/23/2025: Grade 1 anterolisthesis of C2 on C3.

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Optimize athletic performance through kinetic chain integration

Chiropractic Economics

The kinetic chain refers to the interrelated joints, muscles, ligaments and tendons that work in a coordinated manner to produce movement. Accessed June 16, 2025. Accessed June 16, 2025. Accessed June 16, 2025. Disruptions within this chain can lead to inefficiency, decreased performance and increased risk of injury.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

Modern approaches to spinal stability focus on the interplay between the passive (bony and ligamentous structures), active (muscular system) and neural subsystems.Dysfunctions in any of these components can compromise stability, leading to compensatory patterns, pain and a heightened risk of injury. erector spinae , rectus abdominis ).

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Medline to launch Synthetic Ligament Augmentation implant at ACFAS 2025 Annual Scientific Conference

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Discover the next generation in tendon and ligament repair, reinforcement, and augmentation of reconstructions. Medline UNITE launches its new Synthetic Ligament Augmentation implant. Mar 24, 2025 OrthoSpineNews – Attendees at this years American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Annual Meeting in Phoenix, Ariz.

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What is dry needling and why is it so popular?

Chiropractic Economics

By inserting a needle into the localized area of discomfort, penetrating the skin to reach the damaged muscle, ligament, fascia or periosteum, the body instinctively regenerates tissue, facilitating angiogenesis and releasing nerve growth factor and myogenic transcription factor.

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The benefits of treating chronic knee pain

Chiropractic Economics

Research in individuals with chronic knee pain due to osteoarthritis, meniscus injury and anterior cruciate ligament injury showed that intermittent vibrational stimulation timed to motion significantly reduced knee pain and symptoms and improved quadriceps muscle function during walking.