In today's podcast, we will discuss condition-specific prognosis, and why your treatment plan duration is dependent on the tissue injured and associated healing time, not your office policies. We will also gain an understanding of a lesser-known cause of lumbar radiculitis, which is called friction radiculitis. You will learn the factors that delay the recovery of patients with friction radiculitis including a lack of knowledge about the condition, treatment options, and obtaining the proper clinical resources for this condition. Finally, we will finish the podcast by discussing some new research studies that may just change the way you think about spinal manipulation.

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), also known as “runner’s knee,” is a common condition that causes discomfort, swelling, and crepitus in the knee. It can be caused by trauma or imbalanced forces on the joint, and is often the result of muscular imbalances and excessive stress on the knee. PFPS is the most common cause of knee pain, affecting around 25% of adults and potentially as many as 10% of young athletes. It is often related to lateral tracking of the patella, which can be caused by imbalances in the stabilizing muscles of the lower extremity, as well as factors such as flat feet, hip and foot alignment, and weakness in the gluteus medius muscle. Other risk factors for PFPS include joint overload or overuse, trauma, tight lateral knee capsule, patellar hypermobility, and muscle imbalances, particularly in the quadriceps or iliotibial band. Loss of core stability is also a risk factor. Chiropractic treatment may include manual therapy, exercises to strengthen the muscles around the knee, and the use of orthotics or other supportive devices.

A randomized control study in The American Journal of Sports Medicine fueled this podcast. They compared treating an elbow with chronic tendinitis with a corticosteroid or treating it with conservative measures. This podcast will detail the findings, then provide real-world advice with supporting evidence surrounding the diagnosis and treatment of Lateral Epicondylitis. Tim and Brandon will also relay past stories and patient encounters, highlighting the intersection between research and action. This podcast lets the listener immediately implement new evidence-based information into their practice. Get to know the company behind the Podcast | Try ChiroUp for Free.

This podcast will detail four findings, then provide real-world advice with supporting evidence surrounding the diagnosis and treatment of Cubital Tunnel Syndrome. Tim and Brandon will also relay past stories and patient encounters, highlighting the intersection between research and action. This podcast allows the listener to immediately implement new evidence-based information into their practice.

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Maigne syndrome and cluneal neuropathy are commonly overlooked causes of pain in the lumbosacral region, iliac crest, and buttock. In fact, the pair are causative or contributory in up to 40% of LBP cases. And that prospect increases as symptoms extend over the posterior iliac crest. Maigne syndrome typically results from irritation of a thoracolumbar dorsal ramus. Facet joint dysfunction, degeneration, and instability are common culprits. Maigne syndrome is particularly elusive because the anatomical site of origin is often asymptomatic. This podcast will cover the essentials of management, including the most appropriate assessments, treatments, and exercises.

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