Author: Andre Broussard, D.C.
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Manual Therapy vs Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
In my experience, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome can be caused by more than just a nerve entrapment at the level of the wrist. The peripheral nerve actually emerges from the spinal cord in the neck, then goes through the neck muscles, shoulder muscles/joint, elbow muscles/joint and then finally the wrist muscles/joint. The nerve can be trapped…
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Does Diet Have Any Effect On Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) In Children
I found the article below very interesting. If we can just get the “junk phood” out of the diet, such as what they mention, i.e., fast-food, sugar, candy, cola beverages and soft drinks. In my opinion, just doing that is going to help children. February 08, 2017 Pediatrics TAKE-HOME MESSAGE Children and adolescents with attention-deficit/hyperactivity…
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Lumbar Support for Low Back Pain: Does It Work?
From: PAIN MEDICINE NEWS FEBRUARY 3, 2017 Lumbar support cannot be recommended for the management of nonspecific low back pain in the general population, according to a study conducted by a French research team affiliated with CHU Gabriel-Montpied Hôpital, in Clermont-Ferrand, France (Ann Phys Rehabil Med 2016;59S:e29). Charlotte Lanhers and her colleagues conducted a review…
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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…