Term
| Refer to an orthopedist for further investigation and treatment. Surgical pinning is often used. Do not adjust locally; it can lead to further damage and an avascular necrosis. |
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Definition
| SLIPPED CAPITAL FEMORAL EPIPHYSIS |
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Term
| Refer to a pediatric orthopedist for treatment and co-manage afterwards. Adjust subluxations, but not the involved hip if there are no contraindications. |
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Definition
| LEGG-CALVE-PERTHES DISEASE |
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Term
Weight loss, chiropractic adjustments, non-weight bearing exercise and an anti-inflammatory diet are all beneficial
Refer to an orthopedist if chiropractic care fails |
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Definition
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Term
| Remove compression, Refer to a neurologist if chiropractic care is not helpful |
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Definition
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Term
| Stretch, avoid aggravating activities |
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Definition
| ILIOTIBIAL BAND SYNDROME (ITB) |
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Term
Adjustments of the area are contraindicated in the acute phase
Acute knee injuries [up to 72 hours after injury] are treated with PRICE:
• Protection
• Rest
• Ice compression
• Compression
• Elevation
Rehabilitation exercises focusing on strengthening the hamstrings and
proprioceptive training may be given later
Refer to an orthopedist if chiropractic care is not helpful |
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Definition
| ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT TEAR (ACL) |
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Term
Adjustments of the area are contraindicated in the acute phase
Acute knee injuries [up to 72 hours after injury] are treated with PRICE:
• Protection
• Rest
• Ice compression
• Compression
• Elevation
Rehabilitation exercises focusing on strengthening the quadriceps and proprioceptive training may be given later
Refer to an orthopedist if chiropractic care is not helpful |
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Definition
| POSTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT TEAR (PCL) |
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Term
Adjustments of the area are contraindicated in the acute phase
Acute knee injuries [up to 72 hours after injury] are treated with PRICE:
• Protection
• Rest
• Ice compression
• Compression
• Elevation
Rehabilitation exercises focusing on strengthening the quadriceps and proprioceptive training may be given later
Refer to an orthopedist if chiropractic care is not helpful |
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Definition
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Term
| DO NOT ADJUST THE KNEE; Rest, ice, avoid aggravating activity. A brace may be helpful. Refer to an orthopedist if chiropractic treatment and rest is not helpful |
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Definition
| OSGOOD-SCHLATTER’S DISEASE |
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Term
Chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy and orthotics are usually helpful
Refer to a podiatrist if chiropractic management fails |
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Definition
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Term
Refer all fractures and Grade 3 sprains to the hospital for immobilization
Acute strains and sprains [up to 72 hours after injury] are treated with PRICE:
• Protection
• Rest
• Ice compression
• Compression
• Elevation
Refer to an orthopedist if chiropractic care is not helpful |
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Definition
| ANKLE FRACTURE/STRAIN/SPRAIN |
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Term
Refer to a podiatrist if chiropractic care fails. Preventative measures are
important, such as buying appropriately fitting shoes that prevent cramming of
the toes |
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