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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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radiculopathy, lupus, herpes zoster, stroke, or multiple sclerosis. 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.

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Meralgia Paresthetica: A Commonly Overlooked Cause of Thigh Pain

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Yet, meralgia paresthetica is frequently overlooked by healthcare providers - often mistaken for lumbar radiculopathy, muscular strain, or dermatologic issues. The Three Most Essential Tests for Diagnosing Meralgia Paresthetica Recent evidence supports three simple yet powerful clinical tests for meralgia paresthetica diagnosis.

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5 Effective Cervicogenic Headache Treatments

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8) ChiroUp subscribers can access tutorials for the SNAG exercise for cervicogenic headaches in their Clinical Skills tab. In addition to the SNAG exercise described above, several other cervicogenic headache exercises are available for ChiroUp subscribers in their Clinical Skills Library. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders.

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Thoracic Outlet Compression: A GP’s Guide to Recognising, Diagnosing, and Treating This Overlooked Syndrome in Australia

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As a general practitioner in Australia, I frequently encounter patients presenting with symptoms that align with TOS, though diagnosis and management require careful clinical evaluation due to overlapping features with other musculoskeletal and neurological disorders. What is Thoracic Outlet Compression?

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7 Essential Neurodynamic Tests For Sciatica And Lumbar Radiculopathies

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1) However, radiculopathies originating above L4 necessitate alternative nerve tension tests. 2,3) Check out the following synopsis for additional clinical pearls on lower extremity neurodynamic testing. Meta-analysis indicates fair reliability (4); a positive straight leg raise test shows 83-89% sensitivity for lumbar radiculopathy.

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Top Chiropractic Research from 2024: Elevating Evidence-Based Care

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From reducing opioid dependence to improving functional outcomes , these chiropractic studies affirm our role as leaders in musculoskeletal health. Recent CPG [clinical practice guidelines] recommendations favored SMT for tension-type and cervicogenic headaches. Journal of Clinical Medicine. Journal of Clinical Medicine.

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6 Key ChiroUp Condition Reference Updates to Enhance Your Success

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This powerful resource fuels ChiroUp’s core functionalities, ensuring that your clinical decisions are backed by the latest research. In our latest update , we've enhanced the condition reference to improve your clinical outcomes and practice efficiency. Not yet a subscriber?