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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

In contrast, dry needling focuses on an anatomic basis to treat musculoskeletal conditions and aid in physical rehabilitation. Treatment of cervicogenic headaches via dry needling A systematic review has investigated the effectiveness of dry needling and conventional physiotherapy in managing cervicogenic headaches or tension-type headaches.

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Heat vs. Cold Therapy: Which is Best for Musculoskeletal Injuries

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Cold therapy has proven to be most beneficial for controlling excessive swelling within the first 6-12 hours post-injury. (1-3) 7) Acute Rheumatologic Flare-Ups : While there is no research consensus, ice therapy is generally considered beneficial for reducing inflammation in acute rheumatologic flare-ups, particularly in cases of gout. (8-9,38)

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Heat or Ice AFTER Manual Therapy: Revisiting the Evidence for Optimal Recovery

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It will also help you clarify when to use each modality, depending on whether the condition is acute or chronic and whether it involves soft tissue or joint structures. For this blog, I will focus on using heat or ice after manual therapy. A follow-up discussion will include the use of these treatments before manual therapy.

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Treat tendinopathy in athletes

Chiropractic Economics

3 A comprehensive, evidence-based approach is essential for successful tendinopathy treatment. Chiropractic care and effective physical therapy play a significant role in this process, promoting tissue healing, reducing stress on tendons and restoring biomechanics. A 2025 cross-sectional study highlighted that 30.6%

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What Happens When You Pop a Joint?

Evolve Chiropractic

From knuckle cracking to neck stretching, joint noise fits seamlessly into the soundtrack of everyday life. But why does it feel good to pop joints? Let’s break down the science behind the sensation, looking at the potential health effects of joint popping. What Happens When You Pop a Joint?

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Chiropractic vs. Physical Therapy: Key Differences

Fisher Chiropractic

Techniques and Approaches Chiropractic treatments typically involve manual therapy, often including spinal manipulation and adjustments. These techniques are designed to restore mobility to joints restricted by tissue injury caused by a traumatic event, such as falling, or repetitive stress.

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

Chiropractic Economics

According to 2024 data from the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy The US has about 310,000 licensed physical therapists, 1 compared to the often-cited 70,000 doctors of chiropractic practicing in the US. The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. Accessed June 9, 2025. Accessed June 9, 2025.