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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

Cervicogenic headache refers to a headache of cervical origin. 1 The International Headache Society (IHS) has classified headaches as primary, where there is no other causative factor, or secondary, where the headache occurs in close temporal relationship to another disorder to which it is attributed.

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How Chiropractors Can Help Patients Conquer Headaches with SNAG Mobilizations

ChiroUp

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. Why SNAGs Matter for Cervicogenic Headaches SNAG is a manual therapy technique developed by Brian Mulligan to improve cervical mobility and decrease pain. (2)

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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. Type Headache: Retrospective Cohort Study. Frontiers in Neurology. 2025 May 16;16:1566764.

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New Year, New Patients: 5 Ways to Attract More Chiropractic Patients in 2025

Perfect Patients

5 Actionable Strategies to Attract New Chiropractic Patients in 2025 Every January, millions of people make a promise to themselves: This is the year Ill feel healthier, stronger, and pain-free. Motivated new patients are actively searching for solutions online. Encourage Reviews: Ask satisfied patients to leave a quick Google review.

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Digital Marketing for Chiropractors: 7 Strategies to Get More Patients Online

iMatrix

Todays patients are scrolling through Google, reading reviews, and comparing optionsall before picking up the phone. Lets unpack seven powerful strategies that will bring new patients straight to your virtual doorstep. In fact, over 77% of patients now research online before scheduling a healthcare appointment.

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Comparative Effectiveness of Cervical vs Thoracic Spinal-thrust Manipulation for Care of Cervicogenic Headache: A Randomized Controlled Trial

ChiroOrg

Chiro.Org Blog: The current randomized controlled trial found that cervical spine manipulation was more effective in improving pain parameters (intensity, frequency and threshold), functional disability and quality of life in patients with cervicogenic headache than thoracic spine manipulation and conventional physiotherapy.

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The Benefits of Spinal Manipulation in 2025: Why HVLA Still Matters

ChiroUp

Whether you're a clinician looking to refine your technique or a patient curious about whats happening when you hear that audible release, this deep dive will provide clarity on the powerful impact of spinal manipulation. Heres an easy-to-follow blog with actionable strategies to help you better support your patients in your office today.