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

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Mechanism of Action and Benefits of Cold Therapy Cold therapy, or cryotherapy, is commonly used immediately following an acute injury to reduce inflammation and limit tissue damage. (1) 2) Limiting Secondary Injury? Mechanisms and efficacy of heat and cold therapies for musculoskeletal injury. Postgraduate medicine.

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Laser therapy: A proven solution for pain management

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1 Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis and other soft tissue injuries are just a few examples where PBM has been shown to reduce pain and promote recovery. Clinical trials consistently report positive outcomes, underscoring the reliability and impact of PBM in rehabilitation and pain management.

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

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This brief review summarizes peer-reviewed research and clinical guidelines. It will also help you clarify when to use each modality, depending on whether the condition is acute or chronic and whether it involves soft tissue or joint structures. Mechanisms and efficacy of heat and cold therapies for musculoskeletal injury.

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The body’s own cannabinoid system for healing

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6 For DCs, this is particularly relevant as many of the conditions treated, such as joint pain, back pain and soft tissue injuries, involve inflammatory processes. As research continues to uncover the complexities of the ECS, its role in health and disease will become increasingly relevant in clinical practice.

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Masseuse vs. Massage Therapist: What’s the Difference?

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Medical massage is targeted, goal-oriented care designed to address specific conditions like soft tissue injuries, chronic inflammation, or nerve pain. This isnt relaxation for relaxations sakeits pain relief rooted in clinical expertise. Credentials and clinical knowledge make all the difference.

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Top Chiropractic Research from 2024: Elevating Evidence-Based Care

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Recent CPG [clinical practice guidelines] recommendations favored SMT for tension-type and cervicogenic headaches. Journal of Clinical Medicine. Sept 2024 Link Deeper Dive: SMT is endorsed by multiple authoritative clinical practice guidelines. Journal of Clinical Medicine. Clinical Rehabilitation. 17) Lin et al.

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What you need to know about TECAR therapy

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The technology is particularly beneficial during the acute phases of musculoskeletal injuries, as it helps increase tissue drainage, decrease pain perception, improve joint range of motion and enhance quality of life. Laser is commonly used for soft tissue injuries, wound healing, circulation and neuropathic pain.