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06/04/2025

Explaining the Chiropractic Adjustment

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Comparing and Contrasting the Audible (“Pop, Crack”) to the Non-Audible Adjustment And Clinical Outcomes Chiropractic care does not involve drugs or surgery. Chiropractic care centers around the application of mechanical forces to a patient’s body, and

06/04/2025

A Common Cause of Kneecap Pain

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Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is characterized by pain in the front region of the knee, around the patella (kneecap), and is often described as stabbing, aching, and/or burning—especially during movements that increase pressure between the

06/04/2025

X-Rays for Seniors with Chronic Low Back Pain

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Chronic low back pain is a common condition that becomes even more prevalent with age. By some estimates, it may affect nearly 3 in 4 older adults each year. As individuals aged 65 and older

06/04/2025

Truck Driving and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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When we think of carpal tunnel syndrome, we often picture people whose jobs or leisure activities involve rapid hand movements—like typing, playing an instrument, or line work; heavy tool usage—like construction work; or prolonged time

06/04/2025

Neck Pain in Young Adults

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Neck pain is a common complaint at all age levels, but it can be particularly problematic in the young adult population as it can limit their ability to carry out daily life and work activities

06/04/2025

Whiplash and Injury to the Facet Joints

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The facet joints are located in the posterior (back) part of the vertebrae and are typically symmetrical, with four per vertebra—a left and right superior facet and an inferior facet set. The superior and inferior

06/04/2025

Coenzyme Q10 in the Management of Heart Failure

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Heart failure has been described as a clinical syndrome with symptoms and signs stemming from a structural and/or functional cardiac abnormality, which is confirmed by elevated natriuretic peptides (hormones that play a crucial role in

05/03/2025

Fatty Infiltration and Chronic Whiplash Associated Disorders

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Whiplash-associated disorders (WAD) refer to a range of symptoms—including neck pain, stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and reduced mobility—that arise from a hyperextension-flexion injury of the cervical spine. This commonly occurs due to sudden acceleration and deceleration

05/03/2025

A Plausible Theory for Chiropractic Care for Chronic Low Back Pain

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05/03/2025

The Gut Microbiome and Degenerative Disk Disease

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Degenerative disk disease (DDD) is a condition where the intervertebral disks gradually break down leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced flexibility in the spine. While DDD is influenced by factors such as aging, mechanical stress,

05/03/2025

Decision-Making Factors for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Care

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While carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a very common condition, controversy still exists among researchers and healthcare professionals regarding best practices for managing the condition. Most studies on musculoskeletal disorders, including CTS, focus on identifying

05/03/2025

Poor Neck Posture’s Effect on Balance and Breathing

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Ideally, the head should rest on the neck with the external auditory meatus (ear opening) aligning with the acromion process (bony end of the shoulder) when viewed from the side. When we have good neck

05/03/2025

Active Vs. Passive Treatment for Hip Pain

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Patients frequently seek chiropractic care for hip-related conditions—such as femoroacetabular impingement, developmental dysplasia of the hip, labral tears, and cartilage injuries—often in hopes of preventing or delaying surgery. Fortunately, treatment guidelines for these and many

05/03/2025

Maintaining Physical Function in Older Adults

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By 2050, the population of adults over age 65 in the United States is expected to grow by more than 40%, reaching over 83.7 million and making up nearly a quarter of the American population.

05/02/2025

Spotting the Signs of Stroke

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Stroke is a leading cause of death and long-term disability globally. While 1-in-10 stroke patients may achieve a full recovery, the majority will experience varying degrees of impairment, ranging from minor to severe, that can

05/02/2025

The Effect of Whiplash on the Autonomic Nervous System

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The sudden acceleration and deceleration of the head and neck during a whiplash event is most commonly associated with mechanical injury to the soft tissues that support the cervical spine, leading to symptoms like neck

05/02/2025

Cranio-Cervical Flexion Exercises for Chronic Neck Pain

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Chronic neck pain is defined as pain persisting for longer than three months in the area between the base of the skull (occiput) and the upper thoracic region, specifically up to the T3 level of

05/02/2025

Comprehensive Treatment for Subacromial Pain Syndrome

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Shoulder pain is a common complaint that drives patients to a doctor’s office, including chiropractic clinics. It’s estimated that about one-third of the population will experience shoulder pain at some point, with subacromial pain syndrome