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A letter from the editor: Integrated treatments

Chiropractic Economics

According to Mark Sanna, DC, “From human cellular tissue products and platelet-rich plasma therapy to ozone and peptide therapies, regenerative medicine is transforming the way musculoskeletal conditions, joint health and overall patient wellness are managed.”

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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1,9) Successful management involves identifying contributory cervical and thoracic spinal joint dysfunction, paraspinal hypertonicity, and postural stressors such as upper-crossed syndrome. 5,6,11) Clinicians should prioritize treating the underlying musculoskeletal issues rather than simply masking symptoms.

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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

Dry needling (also known as Western medical acupuncture) primarily uses a Western medicine philosophy grounded in anatomy and physiology and focuses on musculoskeletal issues. In contrast, dry needling focuses on an anatomic basis to treat musculoskeletal conditions and aid in physical rehabilitation.

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Pain management through improved ergonomics

Chiropractic Economics

Pain, especially musculoskeletal pain, is a widespread issue affecting people in both their personal and professional lives. With the increasing shift toward sedentary work environments, improper posture, prolonged sitting and poor ergonomics significantly contribute to the prevalence of back, neck, shoulder and wrist pain.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

Spinal stability is a cornerstone of musculoskeletal health and functional movement. Physical examination Postural analysis Observe alignment and asymmetries in standing, sitting and dynamic positions. In faulty foot posture, the pelvis has great difficulty attaining stability. spondylolisthesis, disc degeneration) Trauma (e.g.,

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Demonstration of Autonomic Nervous Function and Cervical Sensorimotor Control After Cervical Lordosis Rehabilitation: A Randomized Controlled Trial

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Chiro.Org Blog: Although the effects of autonomic system activity on musculoskeletal function have been studied extensively, [10] little research supports the idea that the autonomic nervous system is intimately responsive to changes in the afferent articular input due to joint dysfunction. [11]

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Daily wellness journaling: A practice for health, clarity and success 

Chiropractic Economics

Promote gratitude journaling for stress reduction Stress is one of the biggest contributors to musculoskeletal issues. Some examples include: I will improve my posture by stretching for five minutes each morning. Patients who are constantly stressed experience higher levels of inflammation and muscle tension.

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