Author: Andre Broussard, D.C.
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Western Diet May Cause Divrticulitis
Here’s a study that related the Western Diet with developing diverticulitis. The recommended it would be wise to avoid foods high in processed red meat, refined grains, and high-fat dairy. Risk of Incident Diverticulitis Increases With Western Dietary Pattern and Decreases With Prudent Dietary Pattern February 03, 2017 Gastroenterology TAKE-HOME MESSAGE This prospective cohort study…
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People With Chronic Neck Pain Walk With a Stiffer Spine
In the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, I read an article that made a correlation between neck pain and the stiffness of one’s spine while walking. The authors concluded, “Reduced rotation of the trunk during gait may have long term consequences on spinal health.” Sometimes my patients ask why I address the spine when…
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Vitamin D Deficiency Increases Risk of Chronic Headache
Date: January 4, 2017 Source: University of Eastern Finland Summary: Vitamin D deficiency may increase the risk of chronic headache, according to a new study. Vitamin D deficiency may increase the risk of chronic headache, according to a new study from the University of Eastern Finland. The findings were published in Scientific Reports. The Kuopio Ischaemic…
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Cooled RF Ablation Superior to Corticosteroids in Knee Osteoarthritis
74.1% of the patients that their knee nerves burned with Cooled RF Ablation, had at least 50% relief after 6 months. My data shows that 66.67% of my patients treated with TRIGENICS® had at least 50% relief at 6 months WITHOUT having to burn their knee nerves. That’s only a 7.43% difference. And, my knee pain…
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The drugs don’t work, say back pain researchers
Date: February 2, 2017 Source: George Institute for Global Health Summary: Commonly used non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as aspirin and ibuprofen, used to treat back pain provide little benefit, but cause side effects, according to new research. The findings of the systematic review reveal only one in six patients treated with the pills, also known…
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Manipulative Therapy Is Most Frequently Used CAM Modality for Headache/Migraine Sufferers
This article said that the most frequently used CAM modality among all headache/migraine sufferers was manipulative therapy, herbal supplementation and mind-body therapy. The top 3 reasons for using CAM for headache were general wellness, improving overall health, and reducing stress. Complementary and Alternative Medicine Use Among US Adults With Headache or Migraine: Results From the…
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Herniated Disc Has 66.66% Chance of Going Away On Its Own
An article published in the journal Pain Physician, reviewed the research, and they found that if you have a herniated disc, there is a 66.66% chance that it will spontaneously go away on its own. They recommend conservative treatment as a first choice of treatment for lumbar herniated discs. ~ Dr. Broussard Incidence of Spontaneous…
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Clinical practice guidelines for the noninvasive management of low back pain
Brand new clinical guideline recommendations are published in the European Journal of Pain. According to high-quality guidelines, all patients with acute or chronic back have the option of receiving treatments that chiropractors use including spinal manipulation and manual therapy. Acupuncture is even included. Patients with herniated discs with sciatica may benefit from spinal manipulation as well.…
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The weather’s not to blame for your aches and pains
JANUARY 24, 2017 George Institute for Global Health News New research from The George Institute for Global Health has revealed the weather plays no part in the symptoms associated with either back pain or osteoarthritis. It’s long been thought episodes of both back pain and arthritis can be triggered by changes in the weather, including…
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Running May Actually Lower Inflammation in Knee Joints
Researchers suggest running might slow development of osteoarthritis FRIDAY, Jan. 6, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Running might actually reduce inflammation in knee joints, according to research published recently in the European Journal of Applied Physiology. Matt Seeley, Ph.D., an associate professor of exercise sciences at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, and colleagues reached their…