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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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1,4,5,9) Cervical spine conditions such as disc herniation, spondylosis, or chronic joint dysfunction hypersensitize these nerves, making them more likely to misfire. (12) A brachioradial pruritus diagnosis is primarily accomplished through clinical history and physical examination. 12) What Causes Neuropathic Itch? 13,14,16) 3.

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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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Think Outside the Ortho Box: A Case Study In Unexpected Bruising

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But sometimes, the presentation doesn’t fit neatly into an orthopedic box. This case study highlights how bruising without musculoskeletal injury can occur in older adults, why that matters, and what chiropractors need to consider in their differential diagnosis.

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Meralgia Paresthetica: A Commonly Overlooked Cause of Thigh Pain

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4) The condition is most common in middle-aged men, and bilateral presentation occurs in 20-25% of cases. Meralgia Paresthetica Symptoms Meralgia paresthetica presents as burning, buzzing, itching, or aching pain on the lateral or anterior thigh. Surgery) Diabetes (Nearly 6-fold increased risk) 2. Sleep and function may be disrupted.

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Eagle Syndrome: A Chiropractic Perspective

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Symptoms often mimic temporomandibular joint disorders, glossopharyngeal neuralgia, or cervicogenic headaches, presenting as unilateral throat pain, dysphagia, otalgia, or a sensation of a foreign body in the throat. Differential diagnosis should exclude TMJ disorders, neuralgias, and cervical spine pathologies. (1)

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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Properly identifying these symptoms can lead to a more accurate diagnosis and prognosis. If pain is present, refer to the condition reference protocol in ChiroUp to rule out involvement of the long head of the biceps or a SLAP lesion. Today’s blog will review two orthopedic tests for rotator cuff syndrome. 2020 Jul 7. Jones, Grant L.

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Treat tendinopathy in athletes

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of high-performance athletes had a confirmed diagnosis of tendinopathy. Manipulation and mobilization Manipulations crucially restore joint mechanics and reduce tendon stress. For example, a restricted ankle joint can lead to Achilles tendinopathy. A 2025 cross-sectional study highlighted that 30.6%