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

ChiroUp

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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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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Is multidisciplinary the right approach for your practice? Four questions to ask

Chiropractic Economics

No matter what sort of healthcare services youre including in your practice (physical therapy, massage, nutrition, acupuncture, etc.), DCs know that chiropractic treatment works better with things like proper nutrition, adequate exercise, massage therapy and even acupuncture.

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Laser therapy: A proven solution for pain management

Chiropractic Economics

This development marked a turning point in the efficacy of therapeutic lasers, making them a viable and potent treatment option. The impact of laser therapy on pain management Today, reputable scientific journals, including the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy (JOSPT) , recommend PBM therapy for a range of conditions.1

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10 Best Chiropractic Website Trends for 2025

iMatrix

Whether they’re browsing for chiropractic care, massage therapy, or physical therapy, visitors expect user-friendly design, easy access to patient resources, and a smooth booking process across all screen sizes and mobile devices. And for patients, it’s one less obstacle between pain and chiropractic treatment.

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

ChiroUp

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. Should I ICE After Treatment? Should I HEAT After Treatment? Clinical guidelines for low back pain notably endorse superficial heat as an effective therapy.

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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. The adjustments are performed with the chiropractor's hands or small instruments, applying controlled force to a spinal joint to improve physical function and alleviate pain.