Acupuncture Helps Rheumatoid Arthritis of the Hands
The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine has published the first double-blind controlled study on acupuncture in rheumatoid arthritis of the hand that objectively and specifically assesses positive effects supporting its integration in rheumatology. ~ Dr. Broussard Effectiveness of Acupuncture on Pain, Functional Disability, and Quality of Life in Rheumatoid Arthritis of the Hand: Results of…
Acetaminophen Fails in Back Pain
by Nancy Walsh, Senior Staff Writer, MedPage Today July 23, 2014 The use of acetaminophen for acute low-back pain was no more effective than placebo, with similar times to recovery regardless of whether the drug was taken regularly or as needed, a large randomized trial found. Among patients who took acetaminophen on a regular schedule, median time…
Two Outcome Trajectories Identified After Knee Replacement
Clinicians have been reporting about 20% poor outcomes in knee replacements for decades. This report demonstrated for the first time with a scientifically defensible method that they were right all along. This article also discuss why some people have good results and why some don’t. Janis C. Kelly January 31, 2019 Two characteristics that can be…
This is How Much Daily Fiber to Eat for Better Health
More appears better in meta-analysis — as in more than 30 g/day by Ashley Lyles, Staff Writer, MedPage Today January 14, 2019 Eating more dietary fiber was linked with lower risk of disease and death, a meta-analysis showed. According to observational studies, risk was reduced most for a range of critical outcomes from all-cause mortality…
Regular Chocolate Consumption May Be Linked to Lower Risk of Heart Flutter
Date: May 23, 2017 Source: BMJ Summary: Regular chocolate consumption may be linked to a lower risk of developing the heart rhythm irregularity atrial fibrillation, also known as heart flutter Date: May 23, 2017 Source: BMJ Summary: Regular chocolate consumption may be linked to a lower risk of developing the heart rhythm irregularity atrial fibrillation,…
Questions Growing on Knee-Replacement Surgery Outcomes
By Elaine Goodman Knee replacement is an increasingly common surgery for treatment of osteoarthritis, but recent research is raising questions about the procedure’s effectiveness in relieving pain and improving function. “Most patients have a very good clinical outcome after knee replacement, but multiple studies have reported that 20% or more of patients do not,” Professor…
Myofascial Release Reduces Pain and Improves ROM in the Thoracic Spine
Myofascial release is a technique used on muscles to help lenghen them. When used on the muscles between the shoulder blades, it helps to improve range of motion and reduce pain. ~ Dr. Broussard Immediate biomechanical, systemic, and interoceptive effects of myofascial release on the thoracic spine: A randomised controlled trial Journal of Bodywork and…
Vitamin D Could Lower the Risk of Developing Diabetes
High blood sugar and insulin resistance both have a lot to do with health issues such as diabetes and polycystic ovary syndrome. This study suggests that it may be wise to get your vitamin D levels checked, as it may be an associated factor involving your blood sugar and insulin resistance. ~Dr. Broussard Study demonstrates role…
Why Sleepless Nights Can Mean More Painful Days
Being able to sleep is a very important factor in relieving someone’s pain. If they can’t sleep, they can’t heal. This is why I sometimes insist on very frequent treatments for people that are in pain that can’t sleep through the night because of their pain. ~ Dr. Broussard By Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY,…
High Blood Pressure Linked to Zinc Deficiency
Published Tuesday 29 January 2019 By Tim Newman A new study demonstrates a link between zinc deficiency and high blood pressure. The findings could help scientists design new ways of intervening in at-risk patient populations. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a huge and growing health concern in the United States. According to the American…