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Hi, I am not one to complain:)  However,  recently working as a MHT/CNA,  when doing a transfer, I felt an unusual twindge in my right shoulder, back and neck.  the next day the pain was sharp and now was going down my right arm,..and part of my hand was becoming numb.  I went to my regular MD,..and was just given a muscle relaxor and sent on my way,..still this was over a week ago, and my problem remains no better than it was in the beginning.  Thought maybe if you had the time,  you could make other suggestions.  I try not to use my right arm anymore than needed,  but working as a health care worker,  makes that vertually impossible:)  I am also taking ibuprofen and capistan ointment I rub on the whole right arm and back where  it still remains just as uncomfortable as it was in the beginning:(  ouch!!  Would appreciate any advice or suggestions as your time permits.  Thanx for your help and have a great day:)  

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Dear AllExperts User:

Here is an update on the petition project I emailed you about previously.  A few changes were needed to correct and clarify the petition, requiring me to restart using a new one.  The means that everyone who signed needs to resign the new form which is located at http://www.petitiononline.com/ajb2/petition.html

There really seems to be a good deal of support for this initiative to clean up misinformation about chiropractic in the most widely used career sourcebook for students.

Please visit the site, review the new petition and add your support.  I also am asking everyone to contact as many friends and family members as possible to get the message out either by emailing them directly or passing a message on to distribution lists and discussion forums.  I am certain that health professionals, students and smart consumers would appreciate learning more about this subject and join us.  If enough attention is raised I am confident we can make a difference and get this fixed!

Thank you for your support,
Allen Botnick DC BA