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Top 10 Chiropractic Research Studies from 2025 (So Far)

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Top Cervicogenic Headache Care: SMT & SNAGs "In patients with cervicogenic headache, sustained natural apophyseal glides (SNAG) mobilization can significantly improve pain and function, with benefits maintained in the long-term. Xu X, Ling Y. Frontiers in Neurology. 2025 May 16;16:1566764. Trager RJ, Williamson TJ, Makineni PS, Morris LH.

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How Chiropractors Can Help Patients Conquer Headaches with SNAG Mobilizations

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Headaches remain one of the most common reasons patients seek chiropractic care, and research continues to show that chiropractors play a key role in relieving them. 2) Unlike passive mobilizations, SNAGs often involve active patient movement, making them ideal for at-home exercises and self-care programs.

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Eagle Syndrome: A Chiropractic Perspective

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If left undetected, it can lead to unnecessary interventions and prolonged patient suffering. Chiropractic Management of Eagle Syndrome Research on the use of spinal manipulation for Eagle Syndrome is limited. The treatment included gentle cervical mobilization, soft tissue therapy, and postural correction exercises.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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Shoulder pain and weakness are common symptoms in patients seeking chiropractic care. When used together, these tests can help differentiate between simple rotator cuff irritation and a rotator cuff tear, ultimately influencing treatment decisions, rehabilitation exercises, and the duration of care.

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The future of chiropractic: How can we address issues and evolve the profession?

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However, as PTs refine their spinal manipulation techniques and scope-of-practice lines blur, how will DCs further differentiate themselves in a healthcare market that presents patients more choices than ever? Now, imagine that same dilemma for patients looking for chiropractic care. Probably not. Subluxation-based.

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What does a chiropractor really do?

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They use manual therapy, including spinal manipulation, to improve spinal alignment and restore proper nerve function, aiming to enhance the body’s natural healing capabilities. to identify spinal misalignments or other issues. To restore proper spinal alignment and joint mobility.

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What is dry needling and why is it so popular?

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The ubiquity of dry needling illustrates the increasing trend of integrating various therapy modalities, as it combines scientific rigor with practical application, offering patients a safe and effective means of pain alleviation and improved functionality.