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Study suggests physical activity reduces cardiovascular disease

Chiropractic Economics

Researchers analyzed more than 50,000 participants and found those meeting exercise recommendations had a 23% lower risk of cardiovascular disease. For DCs, this emphasizes the importance of promoting physical exercise for overall health, highlighting its benefits for cardiovascular, neurological and musculoskeletal well-being.

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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.

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The body’s own cannabinoid system for healing

Chiropractic Economics

This article explores the ECS, its role in health and disease and how it can be leveraged in chiropractic and integrative care to support the body’s natural healing processes. Chronic pain is a significant concern in chiropractic practice, often stemming from conditions such as musculoskeletal disorders, nerve impingement and inflammation.

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High-intensity laser therapy in acute injury care

Chiropractic Economics

As DCs continue to expand their role in conservative musculoskeletal care, high-intensity laser therapy (HILT) has emerged as a meaningful tool for managing acute injuries. This article outlines the rationale for using HILT across the injury cycle and discusses the DC’s role in delivering nonpharmacologic, performance-centered injury care.

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Think Outside the Ortho Box: A Case Study In Unexpected Bruising

ChiroUp

In clinical practice, it’s easy to focus on the musculoskeletal system—after all, that’s the bread and butter of chiropractic care. This case study highlights how bruising without musculoskeletal injury can occur in older adults, why that matters, and what chiropractors need to consider in their differential diagnosis.

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Daily wellness journaling: A practice for health, clarity and success 

Chiropractic Economics

In a recent New York Times article , Phelps credited his journaling practice as a critical tool for personal growth, saying, Journaling has helped me process my thoughts and emotions, and it allows me to see things from a different perspective. Patients who are constantly stressed experience higher levels of inflammation and muscle tension.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

Spinal stability is a cornerstone of musculoskeletal health and functional movement. This article delves into the anatomy and biomechanics of spinal stability, explores the clinical significance of instability and outlines evidence-based strategies for assessment, treatment and rehabilitation. Example: Planks, bird-dog exercises.