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Ankle sprains as peripheral and central injuries

Chiropractic Economics

A neuroplasticity-informed approach Ankle sprains are among the most frequent musculoskeletal injuries in the US With an estimated four million cases per year. By collaborating with other healthcare professionals, you can ensure all aspects of your patients recovery are cohesively addressed. Accommodate edema. Customize support.

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Osteoporosis: The unseen problem of fragile bones

Musculoskeletal Australia

We talk a lot about musculoskeletal conditions being invisible. With current treatments, most people diagnosed with a musculoskeletal condition will have no outward signs of their condition. Falls are most commonly caused by poor muscle strength, poor vision, problems with balance, and home hazards that lead to tripping.

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Strategies to improve balance and support healthy aging in your patients

Chiropractic Economics

1 The aging patient presents many complex conditions that can affect all the body’s major systems. Most of the issues that result in a patient seeking care from a DC are usually associated with joint pain of the extremities and back and neck pain, usually due to osteoarthritis. Older Adult Falls Data. A global perspective.

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Fall Prevention Strategy For Your Patients

ChiroUp

As you ponder this ‘subtle’ dad joke, it's crucial to reflect on some concerning statistics that underscore the importance of reevaluating your approach to patient education regarding the elderly and their susceptibility to falls. Here are two ways to test if your patients can recover from a potential fall.