Author: Andre Broussard, D.C.
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Mediterranean diet prevents a leading cause of blindness, study suggests
Research shows we can all eat our way to better eye health Date: October 1, 2018 Source: American Academy of Ophthalmology Summary: Evidence is mounting that a poor diet plays an important role in the development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness in the United States. Evidence is mounting that a poor…
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Surgery vs Physical Therapy For Knee Menisucs Tears
This study shows that physical therapy is just as good as arthroscopic surgery for meniscus tears that don’t cause locking of the knee joint, however, surgery is still frequently performed. ~ Dr. Broussard Effect of Early Surgery vs Physical Therapy on Knee Function Among Patients With Nonobstructive Meniscal Tears October 2, 2018 The ESCAPE Randomized…
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High-Dose Omega 3 Appears Effective for Reducing Cardiovascular Risk
As those that follow this research have seen, the higher doses (4g in this study) appear to be effective for CV risks and other conditions (inflammation/pain), while the studies using lower doses showed no benefit. – Dr. Broussard REDUCE-IT: 25% Reduction in MACE With High-Dose EPA Sue Hughes September 25, 2018 High doses (4-g…
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Back pain in the U.S. – Statistics & Facts
Back pain is one of the most common health complaints among adults in the United States. Such pain can be caused by strained muscles or ligaments, excess weight, poor posture, psychological problems, or every day activities. A Statista survey from 2017 found that 29 percent of U.S. adults with back problems believed stress was the cause of their pain,…
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Processed meat consumption linked to breast cancer risk
Date: October 2, 2018 Source: Wiley Summary: Studies on red and processed meat consumption with breast cancer risk have generated inconsistent results. A new analysis has now examined all published studies on the topic. Comparing the highest to the lowest category in the 15 studies included in the analysis, processed meat consumption was associated with…
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3 New Genes Linked to Chronic Back Pain
By Mary Elizabeth Dallas HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Oct. 1, 2018 (HealthDay News) — New research pinpoints three genes responsible for skeletal development that appear to be connected to chronic back pain. The study authors said their findings could shed new light on the biological factors involved in the development of the condition and lead to…
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Spinal Manipulation Reduces Cerebral Palsy Stiffness By 60% In The Short Term
In the short term, the participants with cerebral palsy who received spinal manipulation had about a 60% reduction in stiffness. I work on my nephew who has cerebral palsy, and he said, “that’s about right”.~ Dr. Broussard Influence of Spinal Manipulation on Muscle Spasticity and Manual Dexterity in Participants With Cerebral Palsy: Randomized Controlled Trial…
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Vitamin D deficiency: an unrecognized cause of flank pain
An article published in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Metabolism suggests that unexplained flank pain may be due to a vitamin D deficiency. If there is no medical history of kidney problems, trauma, etc., and no positive radiology findings, you can try supplementing with vitamin D, and you have about a 50% chance of…
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More Evidence Links Mediterranean Diet to Less Depression
Pauline Anderson September 28, 2018 Adherence to a healthy diet, particularly the plant-rich Mediterranean diet, and avoidance of sugary processed foods that promote inflammation are associated with a reduced risk for depression, a new systematic review and meta-analysis suggest. This is yet more confirmation that a healthy diet not only improves physical health but also…
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Understanding the Use of Acupuncture for Insomnia Among Cancer Survivors
The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine Vol. 24, No. 9-10 Original Research Articles Free Access Understanding the Use of Acupuncture for Insomnia Among Cancer Survivors: A Qualitative Study Whitney T. Eriksen, Lydia Singerman, Sally A. D. Romero, Jason Bussell, Frances K. Barg, and Jun J. Mao Published Online:24 Sep 2018https://doi.org/10.1089/acm.2018.0156 Abstract Objective: To understand…