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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

9 Two included clinical trials with tension-type headache participants demonstrated statistically significant improvements following dry needling. 13 Treatment of cervicogenic headaches via manipulation Manual therapy can be very effective in conjunction with dry needling in treating cervicogenic headaches. Int J Sports Phys Ther.

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

ChiroUp

22) When to Use Heat Therapy Lower Back Pain : Heat therapy is recommended for managing non-specific low back pain in acute, sub-acute, and chronic phases. Clinical practice guidelines from the Annals of Internal Medicine support heat therapy for reducing pain and improving function across these stages. (26) Kwiecien SY.

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Heat or Ice AFTER Manual Therapy: Revisiting the Evidence for Optimal Recovery

ChiroUp

Chiropractors often use manual therapy to treat orthopedic conditions, but a common question is whether to apply heat or ice afterward to enhance recovery. This brief review summarizes peer-reviewed research and clinical guidelines. For this blog, I will focus on using heat or ice after manual therapy. 2021 Jun 6;9(17):4116.

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What Happens When You Pop a Joint?

Evolve Chiropractic

From knuckle cracking to neck stretching, joint noise fits seamlessly into the soundtrack of everyday life. But why does it feel good to pop joints? Let’s break down the science behind the sensation, looking at the potential health effects of joint popping. What Happens When You Pop a Joint?

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Treat tendinopathy in athletes

Chiropractic Economics

Chiropractic care and effective physical therapy play a significant role in this process, promoting tissue healing, reducing stress on tendons and restoring biomechanics. Manipulation and mobilization Manipulations crucially restore joint mechanics and reduce tendon stress. A 2025 cross-sectional study highlighted that 30.6%

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Chiropractic vs. Physical Therapy: Key Differences

Fisher Chiropractic

Techniques and Approaches Chiropractic treatments typically involve manual therapy, often including spinal manipulation and adjustments. These techniques are designed to restore mobility to joints restricted by tissue injury caused by a traumatic event, such as falling, or repetitive stress.

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Trending tendinopathy in athletes

Chiropractic Economics

Chiropractic care and effective physical therapy play a significant role in this process, promoting tissue healing, reducing stress on tendons and restoring biomechanics. Manipulation and mobilization Manipulations crucially restore joint mechanics and reduce tendon stress. A 2025 cross-sectional study highlighted 30.6%