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

ChiroUp

When treating musculoskeletal injuries, chiropractors often face the key question of when to use heat vs ice therapy. When to Use Ice vs Heat for Musculoskeletal Injuries Heat and cold therapy both play valuable roles in managing pain and promoting healing. 1-3) Migraine Headaches : Using ice for migraines can provide relief. (5-7)

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

Diagnostic criteria have been established for cervicogenic headache, but its presenting characteristics may be difficult to distinguish from other headaches, such as migraine or tension-type headache. In contrast, dry needling focuses on an anatomic basis to treat musculoskeletal conditions and aid in physical rehabilitation.

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How Chiropractors Can Help Patients Conquer Headaches with SNAG Mobilizations

ChiroUp

1, 3-5) Spinal Manipulation for Headaches & Migraines While SNAGs are an effective tool, spinal manipulation remains a foundational treatment for headache patients. 8) Migraine Relief A meta-analysis found that spinal manipulation reduces migraine days by about two per month when combined with usual medical care. (9)

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The Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Chronic Pain Management

Barrett Whole Body Chiropractic

Conditions such as back pain, neck pain, migraines, and other musculoskeletal issues can be debilitating, leaving individuals searching for effective, non-invasive treatments. Migraines and tension headaches: These can be triggered by muscle tension, nerve irritation, or spinal misalignment.

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Why Many Chiropractors Miss Out on MD Referrals and How to Change That

The Evidence Based Chiropractor

In reality, many MDs may not be fully informed about chiropractic’s potential to improve patient outcomes, especially for pain management and musculoskeletal health conditions. At the same time, a neurologist may want to know about its impact on headache and migraine relief.

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Help patients bridge the financial gap to complementary care

Chiropractic Economics

While chiropractic adjustment primarily focuses on the musculoskeletal system, consumers recognize how it can affect other areas. A chiropractic adjustment may help reduce pain, minimize migraines and neck-related headaches and improve your bodys overall physical functioning.

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Chiropractic FAQs: What to Know Before Your First Visit

Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

Chiropractic care is a non-invasive, drug-free approach to health that focuses on diagnosing and treating mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system—especially the spine. What is chiropractic care? What kind of conditions can chiropractic care treat?