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

ChiroUp

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. 1-3) Migraine Headaches : Using ice for migraines can provide relief. (5-7)

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

ChiroUp

If you want more insights on chronic pain, you won't want to miss this! Check out this past blog featuring an interview with Anthony Nicholson from CDI, highlighting the crucial role of assessment and treatment in managing chronic pain. The best chiropractors never stop learning. The best practices never stop evolving.

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The body’s own cannabinoid system for healing

Chiropractic Economics

2 These receptors are involved in modulating the release of neurotransmitters, thereby influencing pain perception, inflammation and overall homeostasis. The ECS and pain management One of the most well-documented functions of the ECS is its role in modulating pain.

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The Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Chronic Pain Management

Barrett Whole Body Chiropractic

Chronic pain is a widespread issue that affects millions of people, impacting their quality of life and daily functioning. Conditions such as back pain, neck pain, migraines, and other musculoskeletal issues can be debilitating, leaving individuals searching for effective, non-invasive treatments.

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What is dry needling and why is it so popular?

Chiropractic Economics

From a neurological standpoint, dry needling interferes with the pain processing pathways in the central nervous system. Dry needling stimulates the muscle and adjacent connective tissue, influencing the transmission of pain signals to the brain and aiding in the deactivation of acute and chronic pain pathways.

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Chiropractic FAQs: What to Know Before Your First Visit

Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

Chiropractic care is a non-invasive, drug-free approach to health that focuses on diagnosing and treating mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system—especially the spine. Some patients experience temporary soreness, fatigue, or, in rare cases, a mild headache after an adjustment. What is chiropractic care? ​Yes.

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Why Many Chiropractors Miss Out on MD Referrals and How to Change That

The Evidence Based Chiropractor

In reality, many MDs may not be fully informed about chiropractic’s potential to improve patient outcomes, especially for pain management and musculoskeletal health conditions. At the same time, a neurologist may want to know about its impact on headache and migraine relief.