Neck Pain and Smart Phone Overuse

In the European Spine Journal, the authors of a paper concluded that smartphone overuse by office workers increases the chance of neck pain by 6 times.  They also stated that smart phone overuse is associated with anxiety, stress and depression. ~ Dr. Broussard Neck pain associated with smartphone overuse: cross-sectional report of a cohort study…

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What Kind of Exercises Help With Neck Pain?

This study shows that motor control and segmental exercises are the most effective exercise training to reduce short term pain and disability due to neck pain.  If you want to get started on some of these exercises, these three videos will provide a good reference:  Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3. ~ Dr. Broussard…

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Neck and Shoulder Problems Sometimes Relate

Changes in spinal alignment also change the mechanics of the shoulder and this can cause shoulder problems. Additionally shoulder pathology may refer pain to the neck. ~ Dr. Broussard The Study: Overlapping, Masquerading, and Causative Cervical Spine and Shoulder Pathology: A Systematic Review . The Facts: a. The authors reviewed the literature regarding the link…

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Diabetes in Osteoarthritis: Pain Is Worse

— Association was independent of obesity and radiographic severity by Nancy Walsh, Senior Staff Writer, MedPage Today March 3, 2020 Among patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA), pain was greater for those with coexisting diabetes mellitus (DM), and this association was independent of obesity and radiographic severity, European researchers found. In an analysis that adjusted for…

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Neck Motion and Problems with Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ/TMD)

This article in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation concludes that women with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) suffer from poor upper neck area mobility, and weak muscles in the front of the neck.  THIS ARTICLE published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine showed that spinal manipulation of the upper neck helps to improve neck motion and…

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Cost of Non-Operative Treatments for Pinched Nerves In the Neck

In order, this is what people spend on trying to treat pinched nerves in the neck before they decide to get surgery: Injections $988 Physical Therapy: $510 Bracing: $193 Chiropractic services: $193 Narcotics: $101 Gabapentin: $93 NSAIDs: $47   Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2019 Jul 1;44(13):937-942. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002983. Barton C Abstract STUDY DESIGN: Retrospective, observational…

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Posture Correcting Shirts/Garments Not Shown To Help Pain

Based on this review, the recommendation is for doctors NOT to recommend posture correcting garments because their use in helping pain is not supported by current evidence. ~ Dr. Broussard The use of posture-correcting shirts for managing musculoskeletal pain is not supported by current evidence – a scoping review of the literature Scandinavian Journal of…

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Pain Management Best Practices Report – 2019

In  this official final report on pain management best practices by the Department of Health and Human Services US Government, they included complementary and integrative health.  Specifically, they recommend acupuncture, massage and manipulative procedures, mindfulness-based stress reduction, Yoga, Tai Chi, and spirituality. ~ Dr. Broussard May 9, 2019 PAIN MANAGEMENT BEST PRACTICES INTER-AGENCY TASK FORCE…

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Mid Back Treatment Helps Neck and Arm Symptoms

Cervical radiculopathy is when a nerve is pinched in the neck, and it radiates down into the arm(s).  This paper suggests that by treating the mid back with manipulation techniques, you can get some quick relief of this problem.  Good news for patients who don’t want to get their “neck cracked”. ~ Dr. Broussard  …

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The Effect of Manual Therapy and Exercise on Neck Pain

The results of this study suggest that we need more research, however, using manual therapy in addition to an exercise program, seems to reduce pain and improve function in people with neck pain. ~ Dr. Broussard   The effect of manual therapy and stabilizing exercises on forward head and rounded shoulder postures: a six-week intervention…

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