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Top 10 Chiropractic Research Studies from 2025 (So Far)

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Additionally, cervical spine manipulation may be the most effective short-term intervention for reducing pain and disability compared to mobilization, massage, and exercise, although clinician expertise appears to be an important factor." Xu X, Ling Y. Trager RJ, Williamson TJ, Makineni PS, Morris LH. Health Science Reports.

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How Chiropractors Can Help Patients Conquer Headaches with SNAG Mobilizations

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1) These mobilizations help reduce headache frequency, improve cervical range of motion, and decrease associated disability, outperforming massage, general exercise, and even some alternative therapies. 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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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. Differential diagnosis should exclude TMJ disorders, neuralgias, and cervical spine pathologies. (1)

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What does a chiropractor really do?

Beecher Chiropractic

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. Here’s a more detailed look at what chiropractors do: 1.

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Chiropractic Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Weakness

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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. In such cases, simple rehabilitation exercises are essential. What test can identify weakness from a supraspinatus tear?

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

Chiropractic Economics

Both professions treat musculoskeletal conditions, yet as physical therapists increasingly integrate manual therapy and joint manipulation, the distinction between the two is becoming less clear to the public. Soft-tissue therapy, spinal manipulation and corrective exercises. Subluxation-based. Upper cervical specialist.

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Relief Awaits: Back Pain Chiropractic Solutions in Atlanta

Any Spine

Spinal manipulation targets immediate pain relief, while Active Release Techniques focus on muscle pain through addressing and relieving soft tissue tension. Spinal Manipulation for Immediate Pain Relief Spinal manipulation is an essential technique I use to provide immediate pain relief for my clients suffering from back pain.