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Proprioceptive Cervicogenic Dizziness: A Narrative Review of Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Treatment

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Chiro.Org Blog: Basic science and clinical evidence suggest that cervical spine disorders can lead to dizziness. The diagnosis of cervicogenic dizziness can be determined based on clinical features, diagnostic tests, and the exclusion of other possible sources of dizziness.

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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. 1,4,5,9) Symptoms are often provoked by sun exposure.

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Eagle Syndrome: A Chiropractic Perspective

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As chiropractors, we pride ourselves on recognizing subtle patterns that others may overlook—yet some diagnoses, like Eagle Syndrome, require an even more refined level of clinical suspicion. Clinical Assessment During physical examination, palpation of the tonsillar fossa may reproduce symptoms.

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Meralgia Paresthetica: A Commonly Overlooked Cause of Thigh Pain

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The Three Most Essential Tests for Diagnosing Meralgia Paresthetica Recent evidence supports three simple yet powerful clinical tests for meralgia paresthetica diagnosis. 51) Differential Diagnosis Clinical Differentiator L2-L3 radiculopathy Lumbar symptoms, provoked by lumbar testing, possible motor or reflex loss.

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

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Initial examination and diagnosis Upon evaluation, the patient exhibited a 70% reduction in cervical range of motion (ROM) in all directions. Frustrated with the ongoing pain, he had even considered neck surgery or pain injections.

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Assessing and Treating Achilles Tendinopathy: A Comprehensive Guide for Evidence-Based Chiropractors

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Understanding the etiology, clinical presentation, and evidence-based treatment protocols for Achilles tendinopathy is essential for chiropractors seeking to provide effective care. Symptoms of Achilles Tendinitis The clinical presentation of Achilles tendinopathy varies depending on whether the condition is acute or chronic.

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Medicare Part B’s advance beneficiary notice

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For chiropractic, there are only a few times to use a mandatory ABN form: When the doctor believes the ongoing care may exceed the usual number of visits expected for a given diagnosis When the patient is receiving a second adjustment on the same date of service When further clinical improvement is not expected from continuous, ongoing care, and the (..)