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

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Clinical tests revealed: Soto Hall Test and Cervical Compression: Positive for pain Cervical Distraction Test: Positive for pain relief Neurological findings: Decreased C2 dermatome sensation on the left side X-ray findings from 9/19/2024: Grade 2 anterolisthesis of C2 on C3 was noted disturbing George’s line. An overall improvement of 50%.

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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. Overview Eagle Syndrome arises from an elongated styloid process or calcified stylohyoid ligament, leading to craniofacial or cervical discomfort.

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Top five most popular laser therapy articles of 2024

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Apart from its clinical usefulness, laser therapy has the capacity to generate a ton of revenue, especially if you offer sessions as add-ons to traditional chiropractic adjustment appointments, payable in cash. Laser therapy for mitochondrial dysfunction by Robert G.

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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)

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Meralgia Paresthetica: A Commonly Overlooked Cause of Thigh Pain

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1-3) The LFCN originates from L2-L3 spinal roots, courses through the lumbar plexus, and exits the pelvis just medial to the ASIS beneath the inguinal ligament - a frequent site of entrapment. (4) Tinel's Sign Over the Inguinal Ligament Sensitivity: 85.1% | Specificity: 87.5% Surgery) Diabetes (Nearly 6-fold increased risk) 2.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

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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. fractures, ligament tears) Neuromuscular dysfunction (e.g., Beighton Score: Screen for generalized ligamentous laxity.

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Ankle sprains as peripheral and central injuries

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Heres how, reframes this common injury through the lens of neuroplasticity, asserting that ankle sprains not only damage local ligaments and tissues but also induce changes in how the central nervous system (CNS) processes sensory and motor signals. This technique anatomically reattaches torn ligaments to the fibula.

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